Assistant Professor; College of Law

Cleveland State University Assistant Professor (2 positions) College of Law Job Summary

The Cleveland State University College of Law invites applications for two tenure‑track Assistant Professors of Law, at the entry or junior lateral level, beginning August 17, 2026. Areas of interest in teaching and scholarship include criminal law, criminal procedure, evidence, property, legislation and regulation, and administrative law. Candidates may also participate in one of our thriving and innovative research centers within a growing, welcoming metropolitan community.

Duties include teaching, scholarly research, writing, and related activities such as presenting papers ending on candidate interests and the school’s needs, duties may further include participation or administrative roles in a research center and ordinary committee service.

• D. or equivalent degree with a distinguished academic record; evidence of potential for significant scholarly achievement and teaching ability.

• D. or equivalent degree with outstanding academic record, including law review, judicial clerkship, or significant practical experience.
• An excellent record of scholarly research and publication, and the ability to contribute through teaching and/or service to the intellectual excellence of the university community.
• Areas of interest in teaching and scholarship include criminal law, criminal procedure, evidence, property, legislation and regulation, and administrative law.

Applications will only be accepted online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by January 1, 2026. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Prof. Chris Sagers, at (216) 687‑2319 or c.sagers.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research Plan
• Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf

CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. It is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.