Tenure-Track/Tenure Civil Law Faculty bei Loyola University New Orleans

About the Department

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law is now accepting applications for a civil law tenure-track or tenured position to begin August 1, 2026. Loyola is seeking applicants with a background in the civil law tradition who will primarily teach Louisiana Civil Code courses. If you are interested in applying, please submit curriculum vitae and cover letter in your online application. All ranks will be considered. Loyola University New Orleans is firmly committed to and reaffirms its policy to align its recruitment practices with its mission of social justice and equity.

About the College of Law
The College of Law is located in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the United States, with unique cuisine, museums, historical sites, and a flourishing arts and music community. New Orleans is the seat of the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, Louisiana Supreme Court, Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal, as well as other lower courts. The College of Law has a student population of approximately 500 students, over forty faculty members, active clinics that have spearheaded numerous social justice reform efforts, and summer abroad programs. Its location in Louisiana, one of the world’s best known “mixed jurisdictions,” provides unique opportunities for comparative and international law scholarship. Loyola University is an educational institution
dedicated to fostering intellectual achievement, personal development, and social responsibility, and it is committed to the human dignity and worth of every person.

Position Duties

Teach primarily Louisiana Civil Code courses at the university level.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Juris Doctorate Degree or Ph.D. in Law Studies or equivalent from an accredited United States institution. 
Demonstrated expertise in working with a diverse student body preferred.

Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodations.