Research Attorney Oil Refineries, School of Law

Applicants should have:

• A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (with membership in the California bar strongly preferred)
• At least two years (but preferably 3 or more) of post-JD working experience in the legal profession or policy space
• Demonstrated oral, written, and analytical skills
• Strong academic credentials, excellent writing and editing abilities, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and a collaborative spirit
• A commitment to community engagement and service 
• Strong organizational/management skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and aptitude for working with students and diverse policy stakeholders
• Sound judgment and exceptional ethical standards in serving as a trusted source for evidence-based analysis and policy engagement.

Applicants should submit a cover letter summarizing their interest in these positions and relevant experience, a resume, a writing sample, a list of three professional references, and a transcript through http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu/, referencing job number 106959. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible and will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applicants must be available to start no later than October 1, 2025.

This position is for a one-year fixed term, with the possibility for extension subject to funding availability. The attorney is expected to work primarily in person at Stanford Law School in order to interact with team members and graduate students.

The expected pay range for this position is $88,861 to $102,254 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

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 the job.

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.

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