Clinical Faculty (Open Rank) – Law School Innovation Clinic

THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO LAW SCHOOL is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time position directing its Innovation Clinic, which is a transactional clinic providing legal services for start-up ventures in the innovation sector. Responsibilities of the position would include setting the strategic direction for the Innovation Clinic, sourcing clients and projects for the Innovation Clinic, and representing Innovation Clinic clients. In addition, the position would involve teaching and supervising law students in the Innovation Clinic and teaching a seminar related to the clinic and/or clinical skills courses.

The appointment would begin July 1, 2027, and would be at the rank of Assistant Clinical Professor of Law, or if coming from a similar position at another law school, possibly as Associate Clinical Professor of Law or Clinical Professor of Law under University Statute 11.2 (Other Academic Appointees). Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. This position is benefits eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Candidates must have a J.D. Candidates must have at minimum three years of relevant experience, and candidates with at least five years of relevant experience are strongly preferred. Candidates must be admitted to or eligible for admission to the Illinois bar. Candidates who teach in a law school legal clinic or who have prior experience supervising, mentoring, or teaching law students or other attorneys are preferred. Excellent writing, editing, and supervision skills are required. We value candidates who will contribute diverse perspectives that will enrich and improve student experiences and the Law School’s intellectual culture.

Each candidate should submit a curriculum vitae or resume, a list of references, a legal writing sample, a law school transcript, a cover letter that includes a detailed description of the candidate’s relevant practice experience and teaching experience, and course evaluations, if any, from prior teaching experience. Other material relevant to the candidate’s candidacy may be included as well.

Candidates must apply online and upload application material at: apply.interfolio.com/196048. Applications will be accepted until May 15, 2027, or until the position is filled, whichever comes first.