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Assistant / Associate / Professor of Law, Open Rank, College of Law
Posting Start Date: 8/28/26
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati Donald P. Klekamp College of Law invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for a full-time, open rank tenure-track or tenured faculty position in tax law with an expected start date of August 15, 2027. Successful candidates will be expected to teach federal income tax and business tax and other subjects based on the College's curricular needs and candidates' preferences. Faculty members are welcome to engage with the College's various programs and centers, such as the Corporate Law Center, The Cincinnati Center of the Global Practice of Law, the Entrepreneurship and Community Development Clinic, and the Nathaniel R. Jones Center for Race, Gender, and Social Justice.
An urban public Carnegie R-1 research university, the University of Cincinnati is embedded in a strong, fast-growing, and affordable entrepreneurial ecosystem that includes eight Fortune 500 companies. Faculty members also have opportunities to partner with the University's many other programs, as well as with the College's community stakeholders.
Candidates must possess a J.D. or equivalent degree and excellent academic credentials and have demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching and scholarship.
Essential Functions

• Conduct and teach assigned courses and seminars.
• Attend meetings, participate in governance, prepare materials for teaching.
• Evaluate and develop curriculum for department and/or college.
• Evaluate student coursework.
• Serve on college or university committees and participate in curriculum development activities.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.
• Render service to the professional or lay community which is relevant to the individual's academic specialty.
• Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

• Candidates must possess a J.D. or equivalent degree and excellent academic credentials and have demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching and scholarship.

Application Information
The College values a wide variety of professional and academic experiences and backgrounds. All candidates, including those who have registered with the Association of American Law Schools' Faculty Appointments Register, must apply online via the University of Cincinnati recruitment system at https://jobs.uc.edu. All applications require a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research agenda, writing sample, teaching evaluations (if available), and contact information for three references.
For full consideration, candidates are encouraged to apply by September 7, 2026.
Questions about the hiring process should be directed to Professor Jacob Cogan, Chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee, at jacob.cogan@uc.edu.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary Information: $125,000 - $180,000 annually dependent on candidate experience and rank.
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
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