Dean of the College of Law
University of Nebraska - Lincoln

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Law.

Established in 1891, the College of Law is a prestigious regional institution with a growing national reputation. Many of the 31 faculty at the College are nationally known for their scholarship and law reform activities. The College provides over 400 students with a rigorous and challenging education, and graduates of the College compete well in national employment markets. The College is generously supported by alumni and has a substantial endowment.

The University of Nebraska is the only major research university in the state. The College of Law is located on the Lincoln campus, the main campus of the University serving about 24,000 students. Lincoln is an attractive city of 250,000. The University and the state government contribute to the vibrant culture and intellectual life of the community.

The College of Law is housed in very attractive and modern facilities. Since 2002, there have been three major additions to the building and the remaining portions have been completely renovated. The final renovation, for which funding is in place, is scheduled to be completed in December 2009. Two of the College's programs are of national and international significance. The Law and Psychology Program is the oldest and best-known program of its type in the country. The newly established Space and Telecommunications Program offers the College's first LL.M. degree and has already received a great deal of national and international recognition. Additional information about the College can be found at www.unl.edu/lawcoll/.

The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the College of Law. Candidates should have an outstanding academic record, a strong commitment to excellence in professional education and research, the ability to deal effectively with a broad range of constituencies, and the skills necessary to lead a complex and dynamic academic institution.

The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program, and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

Applicants must complete the Faculty/Administrative Information form at http://employment.unl.edu, using requisition #081007. Applications should be received by October 30, 2009, to ensure full consideration and should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references.

Submit nominations and applications to:

David Manderscheid, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and
Chair, College of Law Dean Search Committee
c/o Jelena Gude at jgude1@unl.edu
Telephone: (402)472-3751
Fax: (402)472-4929

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