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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract immigration law professor in the United States is $165,536.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $176,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectContract Immigration Law ProfessorImmigration Attorney
CredentialsJuris Doctor, academic credentials, teaching experienceJuris Doctor, law license, legal practice experience
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, academic institutionsLaw firms, government agencies, private practice
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education, legal academiaLegal services, immigration law practice

While both roles require a Juris Doctor degree, a Contract Immigration Law Professor primarily works in academia, focusing on teaching and research, whereas an Immigration Attorney practices law directly, representing clients in immigration matters. The key difference lies in their work environment and primary responsibilities, with professors in educational settings and attorneys in legal practice.

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Infographic showing various Contract Immigration Law Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,536 per year, or $79.6 per hour.

Tenure-Track Law Professor -- Immigration & Family Law

The George Washington University

Washington, DC • On-site

$185K - $205K/yr

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George Washington University rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

102nd of 622 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.

Recruitment Plan

I. RECRUITMENT PLAN

Posting Number:

Posting Number: F002641

Academic Title:

Academic Title: Associate Professor of Law

Rank:

Rank: Associate Professor

Administrative Title:

Administrative Title: Associate Professor of Law

Discipline Law

Specialty:

Contract Type:

Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements:

Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Proposed Start Date:

Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2027

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Position Description Summary:

The George Washington University Law School invites applications for two entry-level, tenure-track faculty appointments, beginning in Fall 2027. The school is interested in candidates in two fields of study: immigration and family law. The University and Law School have a strong commitment to preparing students to become resilient leaders who help shape solutions to the pressing challenges of our times. The University and Law School also have a strong commitment to recruiting faculty of the highest caliber who have thrived in different environments and would enrich the university with different experiences and perspectives.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

This position will be responsible for teaching, research, and service.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree or an advanced degree in a relevant field, and have relevant experience such as teaching, legal practice, or judicial clerkships. Applicants must also have a strong academic record that demonstrates the potential for superb teaching and show scholarly promise, evidenced by publications in scholarly journals or scholarly works in progress.

Advertised Salary:

Advertised Salary: The salary range for these positions is $185,000–$205,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Other Benefits:

This position qualifies for healthcare and other benefits available to full-time employees. For more information about these benefits, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits.

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Posting Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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George Washington University (GWU) is not a traditional company, but an esteemed hub of higher education nestled in the heart of Washington, DC, US. Established in 1821 through an Act of Congress, fulfilling George Washington's vision of an institution in the nation's capital dedicated to educating future leaders. Within the education sector, the university provides a range of products and services, such as undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, and various research programs across diverse disciplines. The university is guided by the core values of learning, communication, community, diversity, excellence, respect, service, and teamwork.

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