Professor of Law Criminal Defense Clinic

Position Description

The School of Law at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full‑time, 9‑month tenure‑track professor position with a primary focus on teaching and administering the Criminal Defense Clinic, beginning in Fall 2027. The position is open to both entry‑level candidates and candidates who are already on the tenure‑track or tenured at another school.

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all Texas Tech University employees.

• Holds a J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school or a J.D. equivalent from a recognized international institution.
• Licensed by the Texas Supreme Court and a member of the State Bar of Texas on active status and in good standing who has practiced law in Texas for three or more years, or an active member in good standing of the bar of another state who has practiced at least three years.
• Demonstrates interest in and commitment to teaching as well as supervising students in a criminal defense clinical setting.
• Demonstrates interest in and commitment to producing impactful legal scholarship.
• Has a record of, or strong commitment to, service within legal education, the legal profession, or the broader public, including institutional, community, or professional service.

• A demonstrated record of effective teaching.
• An established record of scholarly publications.
• Experience supervising students in a law school clinical program and/or supervising law students or lawyers in practice.
• A commitment to, and/or demonstrated experience in, supporting and engaging students from a broad range of backgrounds, including first‑generation college or law students.
• Other experience as a practicing attorney and/or judicial clerk, particularly in areas relevant to the teaching and scholarship expectations of the position.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff in a collegial academic environment.
• Other academic experience—such as additional degrees or leadership roles—that may enhance contributions to teaching, scholarship, or service.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Please include the following documents in your application on the Texas Tech Jobs website:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• List of references

Questions about this position should be directed to Wendy

A. Humphrey, Brock Professor of Law, and Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee phrey. For your application to be considered, you must submit it at the Texas Tech Jobs website. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources, Talent Acquisition ruiting or 806‑742‑3851.

The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, September 18, 2026. To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). with Requisition #45212 .