Associate Professor, School of Law
Company: Seton Hall University, New Jersey
Location: Newark
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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).
Keywords: Seton Hall University, New Jersey, Levittown , Associate Professor, School of Law, Administration, Clerical , Newark, Pennsylvania
