Professor of Legal Studies - Tenure track (Open Rank), NYU Abu Dhabi
- Employer
- New York University Abu Dhabi
- Location
- United Arab Emirates
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Apr 7, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Professional Fields, Law & Legal Studies
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Professor of Legal Studies – Tenure track (Open
Rank)
NYU Abu Dhabi
NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for a tenure-track/open-rank
faculty appointment in Legal Studies, Social Science Division
with appointment starting in August 2021 for the 2021-22 academic
year.
We will consider applicants from legal scholars with an active
research agenda in all areas of law, but we are especially
interested in those whose research and teaching include
international and comparative dimensions
. We particularly welcome applications from female
scholars as well as from members of traditionally underrepresented
groups.
The undergraduate major in Legal Studies at NYU Abu Dhabi poses the
broad philosophical, cultural, social, economic, political,
religious, and ethical questions that prove indispensable both to a
deep understanding of law and to liberal arts education. What is
justice? What is Law? How is it organized? Who and what constitutes
the arbiter of justice? What are the effects of historical,
cultural, religious, and national settings on law and justice? Is
the developing global society on the path to a just and moral
order, and what role can the law play? What are the legal issues
raised by global concerns such as those about the environment,
technology, and trade?
The Legal Studies curriculum design responds, in part, to the
increasing globalization of law through a consideration of issues
such as climate change, the rule of law, international business,
global governance, law and media, human rights, migration,
technology and security, and law and ethics. At the same time,
recognizing that law maintains a local focus, the curriculum treats
the broad questions raised by globalization through the study of
particular examples drawn from common law, continental law and
other legal systems. The major in Legal Studies is intended
as an approach to the study of law rooted in the liberal arts
tradition. The integration of Legal Studies with liberal arts
education enhances the opportunity for cross-disciplinary study.
The Program in Legal Studies is situated within both the Social
Sciences and the Arts and Humanities, and it thus aims to serve as
a bridge between these divisions. The curriculum aspires to foster
in students the readiness and ability to act in a truly human
manner which entails qualities such as serving as an advocate for
individual rights and as an artisan of the common good.
About NYU Abu Dhabi
NYU Abu Dhabi is a pioneer of higher education in a global world,
dedicated to excellence in teaching and research, while advancing
cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. Part of
the NYU global network, NYU Abu Dhabi offers an outstanding liberal
arts and science education to students from the United Arab
Emirates, United States, and around the world, focusing on
intercultural understanding and leadership. It supports innovative
research that pushes the frontiers of knowledge forward and
responds in powerful and interdisciplinary ways to vital global and
local questions. NYU Abu Dhabi advances NYU as a model university
for the 21st century and contributes in multiple ways to the
development of a sustainable, knowledge-based economy in Abu
Dhabi.
NYUAD values diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity; such
principles are fundamental to the university's commitment to
excellence. Our faculty are the engines that sustain our
inclusive environment; NYUAD students come from more than 115
countries, with no single one nationality exceeding more than 15
percent of the total student population. Likewise, our faculty are
highly diverse and community-minded: our modern campus is home to
over 320 faculty who represent more than 45 different
nationalities, all of whom bring a global perspective to their
classrooms and research projects. Research is advanced by over 400
highly qualified research staff, who are likewise drawn from all
over the world.
As an international center of excellence in teaching and research,
our goal is to attract outstanding faculty who are leaders in their
fields, encouraging them to create programs that draw outstanding
students, and providing an intellectually rich environment.
Students are drawn from around the globe, surpassing all
traditional academic benchmarks. The NYU Abu Dhabi undergraduate
student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships,
graduate-school appointments, and many other honors.
Working for NYUAD
A world-class institution deserves world-class benefits. At NYUAD,
we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work, it’s your
home and in order for you to research, teach, and thrive, we’re
offering a comprehensive benefits package to our top talent. Start
with generous relocation allowances to ensure a smooth transition
to Abu Dhabi, followed by competitive salaries, housing and
transportation allowances, and educational assistance for your
dependents. Health and wellness services round out our offerings,
plus more.
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more information on benefits for you and your dependents. All
benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and dependent on the
duration of the appointment.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a doctorate or equivalent degree in law, and
they must have – or have the potential to develop – a strong record
of scholarship. A clear commitment to undergraduate teaching is
also essential.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents,
to: https://apply.interfolio.com/84835
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Statement of Teaching Interests
- Recent Teaching Evaluations (if available)
- Writing Sample
- Statement of Research Interests
- The names and emails addresses of three references who will be asked to upload letters confidentially through Interfolio, NYUAD's online application database.
Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2021, and
will continue until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates
will interview virtually in Spring 2021.
NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal opportunity
employer. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich
and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our
University.
If you have any questions, please e-mail nyuad.socialscience@nyu.edu
Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for
exceptional people.
UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.
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