Associate Dean International and Comparative Legal Studies

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Associate Dean, International and Comparative Legal Studies
The candidate will collaborate with other departments and personnel, under the leadership of the Dean, the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, and the Senior Associate Dean for Administrative Affairs. Maintains and enhances the scholarly reputation of the International and Comparative Law Program by conducting conferences, workshops, and lectures in the fields of international and comparative law, with particular emphasis on facilitating, promoting, and publicizing the research and other work product of program faculty, alumni, students, visitors, and staff. Develops and maintains outreach to major institutions, such as the American Society of International Law, the U.S. Department of State, the World Bank, law firms, and foreign law schools and governments. Works with other University schools on new initiatives in areas of common interest and expertise; and develops internal and external program publicity. Develops and administers special programs or projects for training and research in the field, including international agreements with foreign universities, in coordination with the Associate Provost for International Programs. Manages and promotes the visiting foreign scholars program. Co-directs the Oxford Summer Program in International Human Rights Law and assists in the administration of other foreign study programs for credit. Must have a law degree and substantial experience in the field commensurate with appointment at the rank of Associate Dean. Additional requirements for this position include a commitment to excellence in international and comparative law and legal education; a willingness to lead innovative educational programs and foster development of new teaching initiatives; and a demonstration of strong leadership and administrative skills, as well as the ability to work well within multidisciplinary teams in a diverse environment. Should have a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and 7+ years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study and 5+ years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Should preferably have JD degree.

Job Close Date: 02/01/2018.

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