Assistant or Associate Professor – Civil Litigation

Emory University

Tenure-track faculty position in Civil Litigation at Emory University School of Law. Looking for candidates with strong academic records and research promise in civil litigation.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation, with a focus on teaching Civil Procedure and conducting research in related fields. Holds a J.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree, complemented by a distinguished academic record and a strong research track record.

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Civil Litigation ExpertiseCivil Procedure InstructionResearch in Civil LitigationJ.D. or Ph.D. DegreeTenure Track Experience

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Hard Skills

Civil ProcedureComplex LitigationEvidenceConflict of LawsResearch Skills

Soft Skills

Teaching AbilityCommunication Skills

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Tenure-Track PositionAcademic RecordLaw SchoolLegal Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Fill a tenure-track position in civil litigation.
Teach courses related to civil procedure, complex litigation, evidence, and conflict of laws.
Submit a cover letter, CV, published or unpublished academic article, and brief research agenda to the Appointments Committee.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidates must have a J.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree.
A distinguished academic record.
A strong track record and/or show outstanding promise in research in fields related to civil litigation.
Candidates must be willing to teach first-year Civil Procedure.
Fewer than six years of experience in a tenure track position in a law school is acceptable.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Emory is an equal opportunity employer.
Participation in university programs and use of facilities without discrimination.
Reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.