Description

Appointment Type: Tenure Track

State Title: Assistant Professor

Bargaining Unit: AFT/10 month

Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-time

Expected Term: 8/8/26 - 6/8/29

Compensation: $ 122,290.64 - $ 130,727.02

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges "most likely to pay off financially," and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

Position Overview:

The School of business seeks a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor to teach a variety of courses in the legal environment, to begin Fall 2026.

Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will be responsible for effective teaching, research, service, and advising. Specific responsibilities will include teaching introductory, core, and advanced level courses in the legal environment of business to undergraduate students including, for example, employment law, contract law and other topics relevant to business. Responsibilities will also include service on department, school, and college-level committees, and advising undergraduate majors and pre-law students.
• The successful candidate must (a) demonstrate an ability to provide highly effective teaching, (b) be committed to conducting research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals or law review journals consistent with the standards of the AACSB, (c) advise and mentor students, and (d) engage in service to the college community. The School of Business particularly values student-centered and innovative teaching approaches and expects faculty to conduct active, engaged classrooms.
• Candidates should be committed to further enhancing our collegial environment among all students and faculty demonstrated through culturally responsive course design and pedagogy, equity-minded student engagement and mentorship, and the development of intercultural competencies needed for meaningful citizenship.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Teaching experience in undergraduate, law school, professional or other settings.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu .

Employee Benefits
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

How to Apply

Please submit a vita, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of quality teaching, graduate transcripts, a sample of recent writings, and names of 3 references through the TCNJ Employment website.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by January 23, 2026.

For questions, please contact Professor Susanna Monseau , Chair, Search Committee, at monseau@tcnj.edu .

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.