Full Professor - Alan S. Schenk Chair in Taxation - Law School

Full Professor - Alan S. Schenk Chair in Taxation - Law School

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Full Professor - Alan S. Schenk Chair in Taxation - Law School at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Wayne State University Law School is pleased to announce that it is seeking candidates for the Alan S. Schenk Chair in Taxation. 

The Alan S. Schenk Chair in Taxation was endowed by former students in honor of Professor Alan Schenk, a renowned tax scholar who has taught at the Law School for over 50 years. Candidates with expertise in tax, business planning, and corporate finance are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time, tenured position to start in Fall 2024. The holder of the Chair will be expected to teach courses in the noted specialties at the J.D. and graduate level, to publish in scholarly journals, and to speak at academic conferences and events.  

 

 Qualifications:

Candidates must have a J.D. degree or equivalent, outstanding academic credentials, a demonstrated commitment to teaching and scholarship, and substantial expertise in tax law. They should have a record that qualifies them for an appointment at the level of Full Professor. They should have the ability to contribute to the professional and intellectual life both of the Law School and of the legal practice community.  

Preferred qualifications:

Required application materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, research agenda, names and contact information for 3 references. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any other materials they deem relevant to their qualifications for the position. Any questions may be directed to Professor Steven Winter, at swinter@wayne.edu.

School/College/Division:

H07 - Law School

Primary department:

H0703 - Law Instruction Units

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
  
• Salary hire maximum: TBD 

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
  

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.