Join dedicated employees who creatively collaborate and focus on students to prepare them for success in professional environments. The College of Law builds national and international connections in the heart of Atlanta. Whether you are in the early stages of building your career or want to be part of a globally engaged community, you will join leading legal educators who have an impact in the classroom, courtroom and public discussion on a national stage.
As part of Georgia State — one of the most diverse universities in the nation — our college celebrates the diversity of thought and practice. We encourage applications from minorities, women and others who would enrich diversity. We support employee creativity and promote engagement. Training, personal and online instruction, mentoring and tuition assistance support faculty members in their professional development.
Faculty Opportunities
Constitutional Law Position
Georgia State University College of Law invites applicants for the tenure-track position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Constitutional Law to begin in the 2020-21 academic year. We seek a person who will make substantial and meaningful scholarly contributions, who will participate actively in the life of the Law School, and who will enhance the College of Law’s strong teaching reputation.
Candidates should have an interest in teaching a range of constitutional law courses, including Constitutional Law I (federalism and separation of powers), Constitutional Law II (rights and liberties), First Amendment law, and other related electives. We encourage applications from those with a wide range of perspectives and who will contribute new and innovative ways of thinking about the field.
Applicants must have a J.D. or equivalent degree and a strong academic record. In addition, applicants should demonstrate a track record or promise in teaching and research in constitutional law.
Applicants wishing to apply should send a statement of interest and CV to Professor Lauren Sudeall at lsudeall@gsu.edu. Prior to a campus interview, applicants will also be required to submit three written letters of recommendation. For any questions related to the position, please contact Professors Eric Segall (esegall@gsu.edu) or Lauren Sudeall (lsudeall@gsu.edu).
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background investigation and degree verification.
Part of a comprehensive research university, the College of Law is a dynamic urban-centered law school located in the heart of Atlanta with approximately 650 full- and part-time law students. We encourage applications from candidates who would diversify our faculty. Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity educational institution and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Cybersecurity Law Position
Georgia State University College of Law invites applicants for the tenure-track position of Assistant or Associate Professor in the area of cybersecurity law to begin in the 2020-21 academic year. We seek a person who will make substantial and meaningful scholarly contributions, who will participate actively in the life of the Law School, and who will enhance the College of Law’s strong teaching reputation.
Applicants must have a J.D. or equivalent degree and a strong academic record. In addition, applicants should demonstrate a track record or promise in teaching and research in the field of cybersecurity or other closely related areas. Candidates should have an interest in teaching courses relating to cybersecurity, data privacy and risk assessment; other possible courses may include or relate to technology and the law or First Amendment law. Candidates should be familiar with issues such as liability for cyber incidents, compliance with regulatory agencies’ cybersecurity frameworks, and risk assessment.
Applicants wishing to apply should send a statement of interest and CV to Professor Eric Segall at esegall@gsu.edu. Prior to a campus interview, applicants will also be required to submit three written letters of recommendation. For any questions related to the position, please contact Professors Eric Segall (esegall@gsu.edu) or Lauren Sudeall (lsudeall@gsu.edu).
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background investigation and degree verification.
Part of a comprehensive research university, the College of Law is a dynamic urban-centered law school located in the heart of Atlanta with approximately 650 full- and part-time law students. We encourage applications from candidates who would diversify our faculty. Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity educational institution and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Precision Medicine and Health Equity Position
Successful applicants will have earned a doctorate (or equivalent degree) in one of a number of disciplines, including (but not limited to) Public Health, Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Economics, Medical Sociology, Genomics, Health Law, Public Policy, or Health Services Research; have health equity and precision medicine (or related) experience; a track record of publication, and will have broad, cross-cutting interests in the science and its social implications. Candidates who demonstrate a strong record of independent or collaborative research with extramural funding support are preferred. Prior work experience in a university setting is highly desirable. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach within the appropriate academic unit; provide academic and research advisement to graduate students; collaborate with faculty from disciplines such as law, economics, health policy, and public health to increase Georgia State’s research capacity, expand expertise in precision medicine and health equity; participate in external grants and contracts; produce appropriate scholarship; and, promote and sustain interdisciplinary dialogue and academic service. Appointment will be in one of the following units, as appropriate: the School of Public Health, the College of Law, the Institute of Biomedical Science and the Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies.
Applications are encouraged from candidates who would diversify the faculty. Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity educational institution and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. As required by Georgia State University, an appointment is contingent upon successful demonstration of degree attainment and completion of a criminal background investigation.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Required Documents:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Complete graduate school transcript
- At least three letters of reference
- Sample of Written Work (max. 10 pages)
Please submit applications to:
Prof. Leslie Wolf
Director, Center for Law, Health and Society, Center for Law, Health and Chair, Faculty Recruitment Committee
College of Law, Georgia State University
P.O. Box 4037
Atlanta, GA 30302-4037
Telephone: 404-413-9164
E-mail: lwolf@gsu.edu
Faculty Interview Process
The job talk gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to teach and promote your scholarly interests. We do not expect junior faculty candidates to be polished presenters, but we assess whether you have communicated your thesis in a clear, logical way others can easily follow. We’ll also look for your promise as a scholar. In particular, we will consider how effectively you develop your legal position, answer questions on your feet and make connections to broader legal issues.
About the Talk
The job talk will last about one hour. Candidates are expected to speak for 20-30 minutes on the topic of their choice and to leave another 30 minutes for questions from the faculty. Although we allow candidates to have at least 10 uninterrupted minutes at the beginning of the talk, the audience may immediately ask questions. You should prepare for both scenarios.
Choosing a Topic
Choose an issue related to your research or work history, a topic you’ve written about, or one you plan to explore in the future. Give careful thought to whether you can develop your thesis clearly within a 20- to 30-minute time frame. Most of your audience members won’t be experts in your field, so you’ll need to educate them on the basic legal premises underlying your position.
If you choose a topic that is highly technical or esoteric, you may want to be particularly sensitive to the challenges associated with developing a clear thesis and engaging the faculty in your discussion. You may submit a short description of your thesis before the presentation.
You may use PowerPoint or other technology during your presentation. Slides can add to or detract from discussions, so determine whether yours add meaning or clarity to the discussion.
Best Practices
The best presentations identify a problem in the law, briefly explain how the underlying problem developed and propose a solution in a way that acknowledges the strengths and weaknesses of the position. Our faculty prefers presentations that are balanced and fair to advocacy discussions.
Time is limited. Candidates who clearly convey one or two central ideas during their presentations generally do much better than candidates who try to convey too much information or assume too much pre-existing knowledge.
Q&A
You can expect a wide range of questions during the interactive portion of your presentation, relating to your topic specifically and its connection to law and policy.
These questions reflect faculty interest in your premise. It is almost always best to answer questions directly, even if an answer seemingly undermines your thesis. We don’t expect you to have a definitive answer to every question posed. Ideally, you will have identified the key strengths and weaknesses of your thesis in advance and respond thoughtfully.
Overall, we hope you’ll find your job talk to be an energizing opportunity to discuss your ideas with us. If you have any questions relating to this process, contact a member of the recruiting committee.
Georgia State University, part of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity educational institution and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For more information on employment and recruiting, visit Human Resources.
Thank you for your interest in working at Georgia State Law.