Description

The University of Pittsburgh School of Law invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Legal Writing. The position is part of a system of contracts progressing to presumptively renewable long-term contracts, separate from the University’s tenure stream. 

Pitt Law’s legal writing program develops the legal analytical skills of students and equips them to write and speak clearly and persuasively, in a manner appropriate for different audiences and purposes in law practice. The first-year Legal Analysis & Writing course spans two semesters, typically including “objective” writing assignments in the fall and persuasive writing assignments and oral argument in the spring. The course typically includes related skill sets, including client interviewing and negotiation, among others. While the course covers the basics of legal research and includes open-resource assignments, students are separately required to take a separate one-credit course on the fundamentals of legal research, taught by library faculty.

Legal Writing faculty members typically teach two small sections of first-year Legal Analysis and Writing in the fall and spring (approximately 15-20 students per section), for a total of four credits for each section.  They may also teach upper-level writing courses and may have some administrative duties.  Legal Writing faculty have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the Legal Writing program as part of their participation in faculty governance at Pitt Law. 

Minimum requirements for the position include a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, excellent writing skills, and an outstanding academic record. Experience teaching legal writing and law practice experience are preferred. Candidates should be able to work effectively with a wide variety of students and have an interest in developing legal writing experiences for law students within a community that supports collaboration and innovative teaching opportunities. 

To apply, please provide a letter of interest, CV, and list of three references addressed to Professor Alice Stewart, Chair, Appointments Committee, at [email protected]. Write “Legal Writing Faculty Application” in the subject line of the email. Please submit your application also to the University of Pittsburgh job site: www.join.pitt.edu. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by September 8, 2025.

Pittsburgh is ranked among the most livable cities in the country, offering 90 unique neighborhoods, a variety of cultural and recreational activities, and an affordable cost of living.  It boasts a vibrant modern economy, driven to a significant extent by Pitt and its neighbor, Carnegie Mellon University. The city is defined by its unique topography, including the three rivers and over 400 bridges. 

The University of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled). Recruitment is subject to approval by the University’s Provost and final budgetary confirmation.