Legal Research and Writing Director, Stanford Law School

The salary for this full-time position is commensurate with experience. The initial term is for one year, with the possibility of successive three-year or five-year terms. Applicants must have a J.D., law practice experience, legal writing teaching experience, excellent writing skills, and leadership skills to motivate excellent teaching in a collegial environment.

To apply, submit a cover letter, writing sample, and C.V. by October 25 to Susan Fleischmann, sfleischmann@law.stanford.edu. The writing sample can be from law practice or a piece of legal scholarship. Please include 3-4 professional references, and indicate any relevant publications. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. People of color, women, LGBT candidates, and others from groups underrepresented in the legal academy are strongly encouraged to apply.

For inquiries about the position or the program, candidates may contact our current director, Jeanne Merino, at jmerino@law.stanford.edu.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.