Seton Hall University School of Law welcomes applications for a tenure-track position to begin July 1, 2026. Candidates should demonstrate (i) scholarly promise, (ii) the ability or potential to be an outstanding teacher and mentor who can prepare students for the practice of law, and (iii) leadership in service toward building an equitable and diverse academic community.
We will consider entry-level and lateral candidates. We have particular teaching needs in family law.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Seton Hall Law School offers a vibrant, energetic academic environment. Located in downtown Newark, New Jersey, approximately 20 minutes from Manhattan, Seton Hall Law is especially well-regarded in the health and life sciences law, intellectual property, cybersecurity, and privacy arenas, and it is in the process of expanding its role in energy, gaming/sports, technology and data analytics.
The main campus of Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, about 4 miles from the Law School . Seton Hall University is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 4,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally diverse community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an Equal Opportunity employer. It honors diversity and respects the religious commitments of all its employees. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, and support the university’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
Questions should be sent to Professor Thomas Healy (thomas.healy@shu.edu).
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a J.D. or equivalent degree and a record of academic excellence.
Salary Range:
$153,855-$170,951
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
The following documents should be uploaded with your application: CV (with references), cover letter, scholarly agenda, and job talk paper (or abstract with expected date for completion of the draft).
Benefits Information:
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.
