Loyola University of Chicago: Wing Tat Lee Chair in International Law

Wing Tat Lee Chair in International Law

The Loyola University Chicago School of Law, a well established urban Jesuit law school is currently seeking candidates to fill its recently vacated chair in international law named in honor of Hong Kong businessman Wing Tat Lee.

This twelve month position will entail an appointment to an endowed chair to be made at the level of full Professor of Law.

The responsibilities of the Wing Tat Lee Chair include:
1) Scholarly research and publication,
2) Teaching courses in international law and related areas of individual expertise, both in Chicago and in overseas programs,
3) Participation in faculty governance,
4) Active involvement in student mentoring and counseling,
5) Engagement with faculty on international law matters both within the School of Law and throughout the University,
6) Together with other chairs and senior faculty, providing leadership for integrative research activities,
7) Significant engagement with academic institutions and professional organizations in international law, including frequent participation in meetings and symposia.

The qualifications required for the Wing Tat Lee chair are:
1) Juris Doctor (J.D.)  and /or Ph.D. in Law, LL.B.,
2) Broad recognition for scholarly distinction in a recognized area of public or private international law,
3) Established publication record in an international law specialty,
4) Clearly developed long term research agenda,
5) Extensive teaching experience.

Additional valued qualifications include:
1) Significant practice experience in international law,
2) Facility with relevant foreign languages,
3) Strong commitment to social justice issues,
4) History of active engagement in international law circles.

Interested candidates should submit an application at www.careers.luc.edu.  At that location they should provide:
1) A letter of interest highlighting experiences and accomplishments relevant to the position,
2) A current curriculum vitae
3) Names of and contact information regarding three professional references.

For further inquiries, please contact the search committee at WingTatLeeChair@luc.edu.  Review of applications will begin in the fall and continue until the position is filled.

For further information about Loyola University Chicago, consult: www.luc.edu. Loyola University Chicago, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to diversifying its faculty.