Clinical Assistant Professor Jobs in Massachusetts

Boston University invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor/Clinical Professor in the School of Law.

Boston University School of Law invites applications for the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Law and founding Director of the Tax Clinic. This position is a full-time, 12 month, non-tenure track clinical faculty position with a projected start date of July 1, 2027, and an expectation of opening the clinic for enrollment for the fall 2028 semester.

The tax clinic will be a signature program of Boston University School of Law, providing students in our JD and Tax LLM programs with the opportunity to work with and represent low-income clients in individual or small business disputes involving state and federal taxes. As the founding director, the incumbent will be responsible for determining and developing the structure, scope, and direction of the clinic in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Experiential Education and the Assistant Dean for Graduate, International, and Online Programs.

The Director of the Tax Clinic will be responsible for teaching the seminar and fieldwork components of the clinic, as well as coordination of all aspects of the operation and development of the clinic.

The primary responsibilities include:

• During Academic year 2027-2028, defining the scope, designing the structure and curriculum and launch of a tax clinic that includes at least one clinic seminar and one clinic fieldwork course per semester in time for the clinical and experiential programs application for AY 28-29;
• Developing policies and procedures for the clinic, including a conflict check system;
• Teaching a doctrinal, simulation, or practicum course in tax law during the fall 2027 and spring 2028 semesters and run a VITA site during the spring 2028 semester (to account for the lack of a clinical teaching load during the first year);
• Beginning Fall 2028, and continuing, teaching at least one clinic seminar and one clinic fieldwork course per semester, and serving as instructor of record for any other tax clinic courses;
• Continually reviewing, innovating, and refining the curriculum for the clinic;
• Supervising students in the clinic;
• Recruiting and hiring part-time faculty to teach in the clinic, as needed;
• Maintaining and developing relationships with organizations in Boston, including local non-profit organizations that can direct potential clients to the BU Law Tax Clinic for legal services;
• Providing substantial assistance, comprised of pedagogical, syllabus development, and other advice to any additional tax clinic instructors, including part-time faculty;
• Coordinating with the Associate Dean for Experiential Learning, the Vice Dean of Faculty, and the Registrar’s Office to assemble and publish the Clinic’s curriculum as part of the School of Law’s overall course offerings;
• Ensuring that all seminars and fieldwork courses are taught in accordance with BU Law’s outcomes, current ABA Standards, and best practices; and
• Participating in the life of the law school by serving on committees and attending regular experiential and full faculty meetings and events.

Since its founding in 1839, Boston University has embraced a mission of openness and access, becoming one of the first universities in the nation to welcome all students of ability regardless of race, gender, or creed. That tradition shapes our enduring commitment to academic freedom, free inquiry, and the robust exchange of ideas. Please visit https://www.bu.edu/values/ to learn more about our shared values.

We seek scholars who will contribute to our community of teachers and researchers through excellence in innovative scholarship, engaged teaching, and participation in the intellectual life of the University. Boston University provides an environment where faculty and students work together across disciplines, perspectives, and experiences to advance knowledge and address society’s most pressing challenges.

Candidates should have proven experience and strong research and writing skills and should work well as part of a team. Important qualities include outstanding interpersonal skills, adept management of a large client docket with varying needs and issues, and a passion for working with clients. The ability to work sensitively with a diverse population of clients, students, and staff is essential.

The ideal candidate for this position is a member of the Massachusetts bar and the federal bar for the District of Massachusetts or is eligible for bar membership, has a minimum of five years post-JD legal work or law teaching experience, a strong desire to teach and mentor, and robust knowledge of law office practice. Experience with clinical legal education and clinic management is considered a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational and managerial skills are required. Teaching and supervision experience are preferred.

To apply:

Applicants should send a letter of interest and a C.V. as soon as they are able to the Faculty Appointments Committee at lawappts@bu.edu.

Applications are being reviewed immediately and on a continuing basis, with priority given to those who submit early in the fall semester and are submitted prior to January 1, 2027.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Retaliation is also prohibited. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. As part of this process, we ask current and past employers of the last seven years whether there has been a substantiated finding of sexual misconduct under their policies. To move forward, final candidates must complete and sign an “Authorization to Release Information” form after receiving an offer to enable this background check.