Dean, Levin College of Law
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, Professional Development -
Law/Legal
Professional Development
Job no: 540854
Work type: Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Executive/Director/Management
Department: - LW-ASSOC DEAN-ACADEMIC
Classification
Title:
Dean, Levin College of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent terminal law degree, possessing a distinguished record of academic scholarship and research, and having substantial administrative or higher-education leadership experience.
About the OpportunityThe Dean reports directly to the Provost and serves as a member of the University's senior administrative team providing strategic, operational, and intellectual leadership.
Key responsibilities include:- Fundraising and alumni engagement to assure continued financial strength and stability of the institution, and the school's connection to the profession
- Representing UF Law within the University community and to external constituencies, including alumni, bench, bar, and state government
- Managing operations, staff, budgeting, planning, and law school resources
- Promoting and fostering continued excellence in research, teaching, service, and intellectual engagement of a committed faculty and student body
- Overseeing faculty hiring, promotion, tenure, and professional development
- Assessing new or entrepreneurial or interdisciplinary initiatives in the changing landscape of legal education, the legal profession, and UF Law's impact on education and training in the legal profession and broader economy
- The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking leader with a deep understanding of the evolving landscape of legal education.
The University of Florida Levin College of Law is a nationally recognized leader in legal education, scholarship, and public service. As part of the University of Florida, ranked #5 among public universities by Forbes’ 2026 Best Public Universities rankings, UF Law offers the resources, interdisciplinary collaboration, and momentum of a premier public research institution. The college provides an environment where faculty and staff can advance their careers, contribute to innovative scholarship and education, and make a lasting impact on the legal profession and society.
Offering six-degree programs, including the nation’s first S.J.D. in Taxation, UF Law is recognized for academic excellence across multiple areas of legal education. The college is home to the #1 public Tax Law program, nationally ranked programs in Business Law and Dispute Resolution, and a faculty recognized among the nation’s Top 25 for scholarly impact.
UF Law combines academic excellence with exceptional value, earning national recognition as the #4 Best Value Law School by The National Jurist’s 2025 rankings and recognition for its strong return on investment.
At UF Law, talented educators, researchers, and professionals join a collaborative, high-performing community dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and preparing the next generation of legal leaders.
About the University of FloridaUF, the state’s flagship institution, is a top-ranked public research university located in Gainesville. With 16 colleges, a major academic health center, and championship-winning athletics, UF is a leader in education, research, and innovation. Its 2,000-acre campus integrates historic charm with state-of-the-art facilities and preserved natural spaces, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Ranked 7th among U.S. public universities in the 2026 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings, UF continues to drive advancements across multiple fields.
With over 62,000 students, 33,000 employees, and a $10 billion annual budget, UF is among the largest and most well-funded universities in the nation. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), UF boasts 6,600+ faculty, including National Academy members and award-winning scholars. In 2025, UF research expenditure surpassed $1.3 billion, demonstrating a strong commitment to discovery and technological advancement.
The university leads in artificial intelligence education, incorporating AI into 230+ courses taught by 350 faculty, supported by Hi Per Gator , the most powerful university-owned supercomputer…
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