Assistant/Associate Professor of Business Law

Storrs

Tuesday, 19 May 2026

School of Business Assistant or Associate Professor of Business Law The University of Connecticut School of Business invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track or tenured faculty position in Business Law at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The anticipated start date is flexible and may be Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Fall 2027. Although we will consider candidates with a range of relevant curricular and scholarly expertise in the field of law, we are specifically seeking candidates with research and teaching interests in business law. We are especially interested in receiving applications from candidates who will add to the diversity of our faculty and community. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and other candidates with experiences, backgrounds, and viewpoints that will enrich our community and further our mission. Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R 1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Earned JD degree by the time of appointment from an accredited U.S. law school or equivalent U.S. or foreign terminal degree. Evidence that reflects the potential for effective teaching of business law and/or significant experience in the practice of law in areas related to business. Oral and written communication skills. Applicants for the rank of associate professor should possess an excellent record of research, teaching performance, or service to the university or discipline. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated record of published excellent scholarship in the field of business law. A research agenda that complements departmental needs. A record of effective teaching experience at the higher or executive education level. Applicants for the rank of associate professor: demonstrate evidence of service to the university, the field, or the profession through leadership in professional organizations, editorial activities, or successful involvement in undergraduate or graduate curriculum development. APPOINTMENT TERMS This is a full-time appointment for a tenure-track or tenure-at-hire position. Applicants seeking tenure must meet University requirements for appointment at the rank of associate professor, with tenure. Salary and rank will be highly competitive and commensurate with background, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include health insurance, retirement annuities, and research support. For additional information regarding benefits, visit UConn Health Benefits. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs or Stamford campus. Faculty may also be asked to teach online or at one of UConn’s regional campuses as part of their regular workload. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

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