Associate Professor of Law

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus:
College of Law Location

University of Oklahoma College of Law

Jul 14, 2026

The University of Oklahoma College of Law seeks to fill two tenure‑track faculty positions beginning in the 2027‑2028 academic year.

The primary subject matter areas for these hires are Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Professional Responsibility, Federal Indian Law, and Torts. The College also has curricular needs in Remedies, Property, Evidence, Wills and Trusts, Commercial Law, and related areas. We anticipate hiring across these areas based on candidate quality, curricular need, and alignment with available fund opportunities.

OU Law’s strong national reputation is buttressed by a commitment to attracting and supporting excellent faculty with summer research grants, publication placement bonuses, course reductions based on scholarly productivity, and an extraordinary number of endowed positions. OU Law is committed to excellence in educating legal professionals, advancing legal scholarship, and serving the public. OU Law delivers exceptional value through academic rigor, affordability, and outstanding student outcomes.

OU Law sits on the university’s main campus in Norman, a college town alive with entertainment, arts, food, and sports. A perennial “best place to live,” Norman has excellent public schools and low cost‑of‑living. Neighboring Oklahoma City features a dynamic economy, outstanding cultural venues, and a major airport. For additional information regarding the university, visit:

All applicants must submit their application materials (CV and job‑talk paper) via Interfolio,  . A cover letter is optional. If one is selected for an interview, teaching evaluations will be requested of those candidates with teaching experience. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the positions will remain open until filled. Inquiries (but not application materials) may be sent directly to the chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee, Jon Lee: jon.lee

This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.