Tenured and Tenure-Track Law Faculty

St. Mary’s University School of Law, the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and the only law school in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking exceptional candidates for tenured and tenure-track faculty positions to start in the 2027-2028 and 2028-2029 academic years. We are building on our deep history of academic excellence and servant leadership, and we are eager to welcome new members into our vibrant intellectual community.

We are particularly interested in candidates with outstanding academic credentials, successful practice experience, a demonstrated record of scholarly research and publication, and a dedication to teaching excellence. We place great emphasis on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, and we are eager to find candidates who excel in the classroom and inspire students to achieve their best.

We are open to passionate and innovative teachers and scholars in all areas, including but not limited to civil procedure, contracts, property, and legal writing. We are hiring one clinical professor in any subject area, with a preference for criminal law specialization. 

We do  have opportunities for some select Chair appointments for strong lateral candidates in the areas of business law (to include tax), international law, natural resources, and oil and gas.

We are also seeking a Director for the Bennie W. Bock II Center for Business and Transactional Law, a new initiative advancing excellence in business law, transactional practice, and responsible AI literacy in service to the greater San Antonio community..

St. Mary's University, a Catholic Marianist University, fosters the formation of people in  faith and educates leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education, and academic excellence: www.stmarytx.edu/about

St. Mary's Law is committed to upholding the Marianist mission. Since our foundation in 1852 by the Society of Mary (Marianists), we have strived to integrate the liberal arts with professional studies, fostering a community where faculty and students alike contribute to a meaningful academic dialogue.  We are a Hispanic Serving Institution and are excited to bring cutting-edge teaching and compassionate mentoring to the large percentage of first-generation students that make up our student body.  

St. Mary's Law embraces the AALS Statement on Hiring for Diversity, Equal Opportunity, and Affirmative Action.

Applications can be submitted at https://stmarytx.applicantpro.com/jobs/4154991.  Please submit a letter of interest, CV, and a list of at least three references to Professor Jena Martin, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, at [email protected]. These can also be uploaded to your electronic application. If you are applying for one of the Chairs, please indicate that, and include a statement about how your work advances that specific area of law. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a clear background check.

St. Mary’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We look forward to receiving your application.