Senior Research Fellow
Institute on Water, Law & Policy
Location: New Orleans, LA
Summary
The aim of the Fellowship is to further the Fellow’s education and career development through participation in the Institute’s programs and activities including:
• Research on topics relevant to water law and policy.
• Preparation of reports and white papers.
• Coordination and interaction with contractors and colleagues outside of the Law School in furtherance of the Institute’s programs.
• Supervision of research assistants.
• Development of at least one topical presentation for the Tulane Law School community.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrated capacity for working with people from varied backgrounds and persuasions in dynamic situations.
• Ability to travel for occasional out of town meetings, conferences, or symposia.
• Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely.
Required Education and/or Experience
• Recent (within 2 years) JD or LLM.
• Superior academic record and a strong interest in the legal and policy dimensions of water management and stewardship.
Preferred Qualifications
• Actual experience in the water resources field
• Foreign language
Compensation Information
This position is classified as “exempt, salaried” and is assigned to pay grade null. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply
This position will close on the date it is filled
Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
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