Each year, the University of Kentucky College of Law brings to campus for a one-semester visit a distinguished scholar of law to add even more vibrancy to our already vibrant intellectual environment. In the inaugural year, we hosted noted constitutional law and legal history scholar William Wiecek, and this year we are honored to host noted tax scholar Nina Crimm. I post the Call for Nominations and Applications here because (1) the position is not limited by field; and (2) it would be great to see a distinguished education law scholar get the position. Here's the announcement:
University of Kentucky College of Law
James and Mary Lassiter Endowed Distinguished Visiting Professor
The University of Kentucky College of Law seeks applications and nominations for the James and Mary Lassiter Endowed Distinguished Visiting Professor for one semester of the 2012-13 academic year. The Lassiter Distinguished Visiting Professor recognizes a faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in his or her field and is not limited by subject matter.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants or nominees should have a record of scholarly excellence and of strong classroom teaching. The Lassiter Distinguished Visitor will teach one or two courses and will be encouraged to present workshops on research and participate broadly in the intellectual life of the College of Law.
The University of Kentucky College of Law is committed to diversifying its community and consequently welcomes expressions of interest from, or nominations of, professors who contribute to that diversity. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity campus and encourages any candidates who will contribute to the excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Review of candidates will begin upon receipt. Expressions of interest and nominations should be submitted no later than January 23, 2012 and should be directed to:
Prof. Bob Schwemm
Ashland Research Professor of Law
Chair, Lassiter Search Committee
University of Kentucky College of Law
209 Law Building
Lexington, KY 40506-0048
Schwemmr@uky.edu
859.257.6013