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American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) seeks applications for the 2027-2028 academic year for two full-time, tenured or tenure-track positions at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor. Depending on qualifications, the appointee to one or both of these positions may be recommended for tenure at the time of hiring. The positions are in (a) constitutional law, including the First Amendment and free expression, and (b) tort law. Many strong applicants for the position in torts may also have an interest in an additional field.

Candidates must hold a J.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree by the date of their application. We seek candidates who will be innovative and productive scholars, exemplary teachers, and dynamic and engaged members of the AUWCL community.

Applications, including a curriculum vitae and cover letter, should be submitted via Workday.

If you have general questions regarding the application process, please contact Erica Devine, Faculty Affairs Manager, at [email protected]. Please contact Professor David Snyder, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, [email protected], with any other questions. Although there is no formal deadline, we will begin interviewing candidates as early as August 2026, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Salary ranges are: assistant professor, $150,000-$175,000; associate professor, $168,000-$180,000; professor, $177,000-$210,000 (disclosure pursuant to D.C. law).

Benefits

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• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• American University is an E-Verify employer.

Current American University Employees

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