Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty: School of Law

Quinnipiac University; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Quinnipiac University is looking for qualified candidates for several faculty positions at its School of Law in Hamden, CT, beginning August 2027. The roles involve teaching Legal Research and Writing along with doctrinal courses. Qualified applicants should possess a Juris Doctorate and an outstanding academic record, with a commitment to diversity in academia. The university fosters an inclusive culture and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Juris Doctorate.
• Strong track record in academics and teaching.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Teach Legal Research and Writing and foundational courses.
• Advise students and evaluate their performance.
• Produce legal scholarship and engage with the legal community.
• Participate in faculty governance and law school administration.

Skills

Excellent academic record

Outstanding teaching and scholarly achievement

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Experience with legal writing and doctrinal courses

Prior exposure to legal practice

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job no: 497073
Work type: Full-time
Campus: North Haven - North Haven, CT
Categories: Faculty

Overview

Quinnipiac University’s School of Law invites applications for several faculty positions to join our collaborative community and make a significant impact by inspiring and mentoring students. We welcome both entry-level and lateral candidates. Areas of particular curricular need include Evidence (immediate need), as well as Family Law and Criminal Law in light of anticipated curricular growth and alignment with the NextGen bar exam. Additional areas of interest may include Contracts, Civil Procedure, Business Organizations, Commercial Law, Trusts & Estates, and Academic Excellence / Bar Preparation. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to our Legal Research and Writing program while also teaching in a foundational doctrinal area. This integrated teaching model reflects the School’s commitment to combining skills instruction, doctrinal learning, and bar readiness. Appointments may be structured to align with the candidate’s teaching profile and institutional needs, including tenure-track or other full-time faculty roles, as well as teaching models that combine legal writing and doctrinal instruction. All faculty positions are full-time and based on Quinnipiac’s North Haven campus, with an expectation of in-person teaching and engagement in the academic community. We particularly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds, experiences, or scholarship would enhance the academic excellence of our faculty. The anticipated start date is August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Teach Legal Research and Writing and/or other skills-based courses, along with one or more foundational or upper-level doctrinal courses, in a primarily in-person teaching environment
• Advise and mentor students and evaluate student performance
• Produce and publish legal scholarship
• Engage with the bench, bar, and law-related service organizations
• Participate in faculty governance and law school administration
• Contribute to the School’s bar passage, academic excellence, and licensure initiatives, as appropriate to the candidate’s teaching role

Education Requirements

• Juris Doctorate required

Qualifications

• Excellent academic record
• Record of, or demonstrated potential for, outstanding teaching and scholarly achievement
• Interest in, or demonstrated capacity for, teaching both legal writing and doctrinal courses is strongly preferred
• Prior law school teaching experience is preferred but not required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to contribute to a collaborative, student-centered academic environment
• Some prior exposure to legal practice, such as employment, clinical work, or judicial clerkship
• Commitment to contribute to the intellectual vitality, diversity, and excellence of the academic community

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a CV/resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only

If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate’s current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact.

Application Details

Advertised: May 13, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled