New York University
Dean of the School of Law

New York University School of Law invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the School of Law. We seek individuals with outstanding scholarly and professional careers who have demonstrated potential for academic and administrative leadership.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: New York University School of Law is one of the nation's pre-eminent law schools, featuring innovative teaching, cutting-edge research, and intellectual and professional development in a uniquely collegial environment. The Law School enrolls approximately 2000 students per year, primarily for study for the J.D. degree, but also for 10 LL.M. Programs. The more than 100 members of the full-time faculty have a distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, and international visibility.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Dean of the Law School must have vision and leadership to foster innovation and excellence in research and in graduate education. The Dean is responsible for the planning and administration of the School's academic program and the management of its operating budget. The Dean also represents the School in major University decision-making arenas and in the external community.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: New York University is the nation's largest private research university. Founded in 1831 in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of New York, the University comprises 14 colleges and schools and 3 major Institutes with over 2800 full-time faculty members conducting research in a wide range of academic disciplines and providing instruction to approximately 20,000 undergraduate students, 20,000 graduate students, and 14,000 non-degree students. The University's programs consistently rank among the best in the country.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Screening of candidates will begin immediately. Please address inquiries, nominations, and applications to: deansearch@law.nyu.edu

New York University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and education institution.