Professor of Law or Associate Professor of Law

Overview The George Washington University Law School invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty appointment, beginning as early as Summer 2026. The school is especially though not exclusively interested in candidates to teach classes in government contracts and related topics and criminal law and related topics. The University and Law School have a strong commitment to preparing students to become resilient leaders who help shape solutions to the pressing challenges of our times. The University and Law School also have a strong commitment to recruiting faculty of the highest caliber who have thrived in different environments and would enrich the university with different experiences and perspectives. Position Details Posting Number: F002564 Academic Title: Professor of Law or Associate Professor of Law Rank: Professor, Associate Professor Discipline: Law Contract Type: Tenure Track Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2026 Minimum Qualifications Applicants must possess a J.D. degree or an advanced degree in a relevant field, and have relevant experience such as teaching, legal practice, or judicial clerkships, particularly in government contracts law, criminal law, or related disciplines. Applicants must also have a strong academic record that demonstrates the potential for superb teaching, and shows scholarly promise, evidenced by publications in scholarly journals or scholarly works in progress. Responsibilities and Duties Note: The description lists the following as a header; specific duties are not provided in the source text beyond this heading. The refined version includes the program’s focus areas and expectations inferred from the posting. Advertised Salary The salary range for faculty hired at the rank of Associate is $200,000 - $225,000. The salary range for faculty hired at the rank of Professor is $225,000 - $300,000. Other Benefits This position qualifies for healthcare and other benefits available to full-time employees. For more information about these benefits, please visit Special Instructions to Applicants For Lateral Applicants: Complete an online faculty application at and upload a cover letter indicating the area of interest with a current c.v., including a list of references. For Entry Level Applicants: Apply through the AALS Faculty Appointments Register at or complete an online faculty application at and upload a cover letter indicating the area of interest with a current c.v., including a list of references. Please email questions to . Review of applications will begin October 15, 2025, and continue until the positions are filled. Only complete applications submitted through AALS or GW's online system will be considered. Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening. Open/Closing Details Open Until Filled: Yes Background Screening: Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Quick Link #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21