Research Assistant - Postgraduate Non-JD Programs Fellow (Law School)

Research Assistant - Postgraduate Non-JD Programs Fellow (Law School)

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant - Postgraduate Non-JD Programs Fellow (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’s Non-J.D. Programs ("Wayne Law") is seeking applications from Class of 2022 graduates of an ABA-accredited law school for a one-year Post-Graduate Research Assistant Fellowship.

Fellowship Description: The fellowship offers an opportunity for a recent law school graduate to gain experience working with one or more of the following non-J.D. programs:

• Minor in Law Program (MIL)
• B.A. in Law program
• Master of Studies in Law program (MSL)
• Master of Laws program (LLM)

Depending on the placement the fellowship may be fully remote, hybrid, or fully in-person. The fellowship is a 35 hour a week position.

Fellowship Responsibilities: The fellow will work closely with Non-J.D. Programs faculty and staff and will report directly to the Assistant Dean of Non-J.D. Programs. The fellow will conduct research and use data driven analytics to recommend and assist with the development of innovative opportunities for increasing Wayne Law’s market share specific to non-J.D. programs. The fellow may also assist with marketing and recruitment, enrollment management, and special events and activities.

Qualifications:

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required. Bar passage not required. Priority will be given to Class of 2022 law school graduates who have a demonstrated interest in one or more of the listed areas.

Candidates must be able to exercise engage in research and writing at a high level, independent judgment; responsibly manage multiple projects; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

Selection Process: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until March 1. The candidate will start on or about March 7, 2023; the fellowship will last at least one calendar year from the candidate’s start date. Applicants are asked to submit (1) a letter of interest describing the candidate’s reasons for applying for the fellowship (not to exceed two pages) (2) a resume, (3) a writing sample, (4) a law school transcript, and (5) the names and contact information of three individuals prepared to provide professional references. Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.

Deadline: Applications are due by March 1, 2023.

For additional information, contact: Nikki Taylor-Vargo, Assistant Dean of Non-J.D. Programs at [email protected].

School/College/Division:

H07 - Law School

Primary department:

H0701 - Dean Office Law School

Employment type:

• Regular Employee


• Job type: Full Time


• Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary


• Salary hire maximum: $42,500

Working conditions:

Wayne State University requires all students, faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://wayne.edu/coronavirus.

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.