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JOB TITLE:
Open Rank Faculty - Civil Legal Services Clinic
JOB PURPOSE:
The College of Law invites candidates for either a tenure-track or non-tenure track position to direct the Civil Legal Services Clinic over the academic year and run the clinic during the summer, as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach law related courses, and direct the Civil Legal Services Clinic
- Advise and mentor students
- Provide services the the College of Law and University
- Maintain active scholarly research (for tenure-track) and professional development.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
As directed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor:
To be hired as a tenure-track Assistant Professor, the successful candidate will need to have:
Education: Juris Doctorate
Experience: Demonstrated ability and appropriate experience in the field of law
Other:
- License to practice law in a US state bar association
- Be willing to become licensed in the state of Wyoming
OR
Professor of Practice:
To be hired as a non-tenure track Professor of Practice, the successful candidate will need to have:
Education: Juris Doctorate
Experience: Distinguished professional career making a significant positive impact in the field of law
Other:
- License to practice law in a US state bar association
- Be willing to become licensed in the state of Wyoming
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to direct the Civil Legal Services Clinic and teach in other areas of the law curriculum
- Experience in civil case litigation
- Ability to teach at the College of Law and University level
- Demonstrated commitment to producing University-level scholarship (for tenure-track consideration)
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/4/2026 will receive full consideration.
WORK LOCATION:
On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
Posted Salary Range: $100,008 - $150,000
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