Job Description Job Summary
n The Professor of Law is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction to law students, conducting and publishing impactful legal research, and contributing to the academic community through service and mentorship. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of legal principles, a proven track record of scholarship, and a passion for shaping the next generation of legal minds.
n Key Responsibilities
n 1. Teaching and Curriculum Development
n n Design and teach core/foundational law courses (e.g., Constitutional Law, Contracts, Torts) as well as specialized electives within your area of expertise.
n Develop course syllabi, lectures, assignments, and exams that promote critical thinking and analytical reasoning.
n Utilize modern pedagogy and educational technologies (e.g., case-study methods, mock trials, and online learning platforms).
n Grade assessments timely and provide constructive feedback to support student growth.
n n 2. Research, Scholarship, and Publications
n n Maintain an active, high-level research agenda in legal theory, public policy, or specialized areas of practice.
n Write and publish scholarly articles, essays, and books in prestigious peer-reviewed law journals and academic presses.
n Present research findings at domestic and international legal conferences, seminars, and symposia.
n Seek external research grants and fellowships where applicable.
n n 3. Student Mentorship and Advising




n n Serve as an academic and career advisor to law students, helping them navigate course selection, internships, and post-graduation legal careers.
n Supervise student research projects, independent studies, Master's theses (LL.M.), and Doctoral dissertations (Ph.D./S.J.D.).
n Coach or advise student organizations, such as moot court teams, mock trial groups, or the law review board.
n n 4. Service and Administration
n n Participate actively in law school and university governance, including serving on departmental, faculty, and university-wide committees.
n Engage with the broader legal profession (e.g., serving on bar association committees, drafting amicus briefs, or performing pro bono public service).
n Assist in curriculum review, student recruitment, and faculty hiring initiatives.
n n Required Qualifications
n n Education: A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.), or Ph.D. in Law from an accredited institution.
n Licensure: Active bar membership/license to practice law (current or prior) is highly preferred.
n Experience:
n Minimum of 12+ years of teaching experience in higher education or a robust record of legal scholarship.
n Significant practical experience in private practice, public service, judiciary, or non-profit legal sectors.
n Publications: A robust, peer-reviewed publication portfolio demonstrating expertise in specific legal disciplines.
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📌 Professor of Law (Bengaluru)
🏢 Presidency University Bangalore
📍 Bengaluru