Full-time continuing chance
Prestigious Chair dedicated to Jurisprudence, Legal theory and the Philosophy of Law
Offering a competitive Academic remuneration package including 17% superannuation

About the opportunity
The University of Sydney is seeking an outstanding scholar to join the Sydney Law School as theChallis Chair of Jurisprudence. This flagship named Chair is one of the oldest at the University and was the fourth of its kind in the English-speaking world. As such, it offers the occupant a unique opportunity to shape the future of jurisprudence, legal theory, and the philosophy of law at one of the world's leading research-intensive universities. As Challis Chair, you will provide intellectual leadership that strengthens the School's global standing, advances an ambitious research agenda, and fosters excellence across teaching, research and engagement. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will play a strategic role in the governance of the School while cultivating an inclusive and vibrant research culture that supports scholars at every career stage. The successful candidate will be recognised as a leading voice in jurisprudence, bringing the vision, momentum and international profile to further elevate the University's reputation for excellence in legal scholarship.
Your key responsibilities in the role will be to:
provide internationally recognised academic leadership in jurisprudence, legal theory, law and philosophy, or the philosophy of law
develop and deliver an ambitious, world-leading research program that enhances the University's global reputation
publish high-quality research in leading international journals and academic presses
attract competitive research funding and foster collaborative research initiatives across Australia and internationally
provide intellectual stewardship for jurisprudence and legal theory within the school, supporting researchers across early, mid and senior career stages
contribute strategically to the leadership, governance and future direction of the Julius Stone Institute of Institute and the School
develop and maintain strong international scholarly networks that enhance the visibility and influence of the University's jurisprudence program
deliver high-quality teaching and research supervision across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, inspiring the next generation of legal scholars
contribute thoughtfully to contemporary debates about the role of jurisprudence in legal education, legal scholarship and professional practice
engage with the broader legal, academic and public communities through scholarly leadership and public intellectual engagement
mentor and support academic colleagues, fostering a collaborative, high-performing and inclusive academic environment.

About you (skills, capabilities and experience)
You will be an internationally recognised academic leader or an emergent leader on an exceptionally strong trajectory towards global leadership whose scholarship demonstrates originality, intellectual rigour and influence within jurisprudence, legal theory, law and philosophy, or the philosophy of law. You will combine academic excellence with the ambition to shape the field further and inform the future direction of one of Australia's leading law schools.
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
a PhD in Law, Philosophy or a closely related discipline
current appointment at Professor level (Level E) or Associate Professor level (Level D), or having attained an equivalent record of academic achievement and scholarly distinction justifying appointment at Professor level




an established or an exceptionally promising emergent international reputation for research excellence in jurisprudence, legal theory, law and philosophy, or philosophy of law
an outstanding publication record in internationally recognised journals and with globally respected academic publishers
demonstrated success in securing competitive external research funding and leading high-impact research initiatives and/or collaborations
the ability to provide strategic academic leadership and contribute to the governance and long-term development of a research-intensive law school
experience mentoring and developing researchers across all career stages, fostering research excellence and academic capability
a collaborative and intellectually generous approach to jurisprudence, with an openness to diverse theoretical perspectives
demonstrated excellence in university teaching, curriculum development and higher degree research supervision
outstanding communication, engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to cultivate influential scholarly partnerships nationally and internationally
the capacity to contribute to public discourse and strengthen connections between jurisprudence, legal education and the legal profession.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Visa Sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided if required.
Term and remuneration
This is a full-time continuing opportunity. An attractive remuneration package will be offered.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellenceand we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women ,people living with a disability ,people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify asLGBTQIA+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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The University of Sydney was established in **** and is consistently recognised, both locally and internationally, for its outstanding teaching and research excellence. Sydney alumni include Prime Ministers, Governor Generals, Nobel Prize winners and leaders in every field of endeavour.
The University offers a comprehensive range of courses, including a number of disciplines unique in Australia. Teaching is spread across nine different state-of-the art campuses, located across New South Wales.
The University of Sydney's commitment to excellence in research has resulted in an outstanding record in national competitive funding and underpins an approach to teaching which has won nominations for excellence and resulted in high student satisfaction ratings. The University has 78 research centres and institutes and is home to three ARC Centres of Excellence.
The teaching, research and cultural life of the University is supported by extensive facilities, including the largest library collection in the Southern Hemisphere, the world-class Nicholson Museum of archaeological antiquities, the Macleay Museum of natural history and ethnographic collections and the University Art Gallery. Its outstanding sporting and recreation facilities provide a training centre for students and Olympic athletes.
The University of Sydney is a key member of the Group of Eight Australian major research-intensive universities, and the Worldwide Universities Network.
Campuses
The University of Sydney has nine official campuses.
1. Camperdown/Darlington Campus.
2. Cumberland Campus. Home to the Faculty of Health Sciences (based in Lidcombe).
3. Mallett Street Campus. Home of the Sydney Nursing School.
4. Sydney Conservatorium of Music Campus. In Macquarie Street, central Sydney.
5. Rozelle Campus. Home to Sydney College of the Arts.
6. Surry Hills Campus. Home to the Faculty of Dentistry.
7. Camden Campus. Contains facilities connected to the Faculty of Veterinary Science and the Faculty of Agriculture and Environment.
8. Burren Street Campus. Facilties are currently under development.
9. Sydney Medical School campuses. These include the School of Rural Health (in Dubbo and Orange), the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Concord Hospital, Westmead Hospital, the Children's Hospital at Westmead, Nepean Hospital, Northern Clinical School, Sydney Adventist Hospital, Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health, and Northern Rivers University Department of Rural Health.
Faculties
The University of Sydney has 16 faculties.
1. Agriculture and Environment
2. Architecture, Design and Planning
3. Arts and Social Sciences
4. Business (Business School)
5. Dentistry
6. Education and Social Work
7. Engineering and Information Technologies
8. Health Sciences
9. Law (Sydney Law School)
10. Medicine (Sydney Medical School)
11. Nursing and Midwifery
12. Pharmacy
13. Science
14. Sydney College of the Arts
15. Sydney Conservatorium of Music
16. Veterinary Science
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