The Alexander Blewett III School of Law invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track professor beginning in the 2027-2028 academic year. Duties include teaching, scholarship, and service. as set forth in the University of Montana Blewett School of Law Faculty Handbook.
Our primary curricular need is in the area of Civil Pre-Trial Advocacy and related courses. Additional curricular needs include Appellate Advocacy, Business Organizations, Employment Law, Insurance Law, and Intellectual Property (including copyright and trademark law). We are committed to integrating theory with practice. Therefore, practice experience in the areas to be taught is particularly valuable.
Situated in Missoula, the recreational center of Western Montana, the law school has a vibrant faculty and a close connection with our students, the bench, and the bar. Missoula is a wonderful place to live and work and is home to a wide range of renowned writers, artists, musicians, and outdoor enthusiasts. Our mission is to prepare students for the people-oriented practice of law by integrating theory and practice in a competency-based curriculum; serve as the academic legal center in Montana; and contribute to the development of national, state, and tribal law and legal institutions through teaching, scholarship, and service. We are interested in applicants who wish to join us in furthering our mission.
Applications must be made electronically at https://apply.interfolio.com/53871/positions. Confidential inquiries may be made to Professor Jonathon Byington, Faculty Appointments Committee Chair, by email: Jonathon.Byington@umontana.edu
Position Details:
The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
University of Montana (UM) is an equal opportunity employer. UM does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law.
The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
Priority Application: T uesday, September 1, 2026 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.
A complete application Includes:
University of Montana (UM) is an equal opportunity employer. UM does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law.
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request.
Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.
