Research Assistant- Postgraduate WAYNE LAW Community Justice FELLOW

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant—POSTGRADUATE WAYNE LAW COMMUNITY JUSTICE FELLOW 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.

Wayne State University Law School's Experiential Education program is seeking applications from Class of 2025 graduates of an ABA Counsel-accredited law school for a one calendar year Post-Graduate Fellowship.

• Legal Research Assistance
• Data Entry/Management
• Student & Community Engagement
• Special Projects

The fellow will work closely with the Director and Assistant Director for Experiential Education. The fellow will work on supporting the Warrior Housing Corps, the Annual Wayne Law Expungement Fair, and other community justice initiatives. This includes the responsibilities listed above, as well as additional responsibilities as assigned that are viewed to be in line with the position.

J.D. from a Counsel-accredited law school is required. Bar passage is not required. The applicant must be a Class of 2025 graduate from a Counsel-accredited law school and have an interest in public interest law. Candidates must be able to exercise independent judgment; responsibly manage multiple projects; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

The candidate will start on or before March 9, 2026; the fellowship will last at least one calendar year from the candidate's start date. Applicants are required to submit (1) a letter of interest describing the candidate's interest in the fellowship position, (2) a resume, (3) a law school transcript, and (4) the names and contact information of three individuals prepared to provide professional references.

Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.

For additional information, contact:
Rebecca Robichaud, Director of Experiential Education at fh4104.

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• Regular Employee
• Job type:
  Full Time
• Job category:
  Research

• Compensation type:
  Annual Salary
• Salary hire maximum: $47,250

The fellowship will be primarily in-person but there may be some opportunities for remote work. The fellowship is a 37.5 hour a week position.

• Number of openings: 1

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.

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.