Rutgers University
Research Associate International Human Rights Clinic
Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Research Associate International Human Rights Clinic
The Rutgers Law School International Human Rights Clinic seeks one full-time legal Research Associate to work on human trafficking matters. The project will be funded for two years, beginning July 1, 2024. The position will focus primarily on building and maintaining a docket to vacate/expunge criminal convictions of persons who have been trafficked. This practice will be focused on NJ convictions but will likely involve working with advocates in other jurisdictions throughout the country to vacate/expunge criminal convictions of the Clinic’s clients in those jurisdictions. The Human Trafficking Research Associate will work closely with the Clinic Director and Clinic students and will interface (at the Clinic Director’s instruction and when warranted) with community groups, and anti-trafficking advocacy groups in NJ and nationally. The position will also help identify areas for legislative reform and impact litigation (related to human trafficking) to be handled by the Clinic.Interested applicants should submit:ResumeCover letterList of referencesWriting sampleAll applications and accompanying material should be submitted here.Position Status:
Full TimeQualifications:Minimum Education and Experience:
At least three years of litigation experience. NJ Bar strongly preferred. Knowledge of human trafficking issues and vacatur/expungement proceedings is a plus. Excellent inter-personal and writing skills. Facility with second language (preferably Spanish) is a plus.All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization Requirements:
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. If you have trouble accessing this page because of a disability, please contact us at 732.745.7378 or via email at OneSource@Rutgers.edu.For technical assistance with the applicant tracking system, please contact the ROCS Help Desk at 848-932-4444 or ROCS@hr.rutgers.edu.
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The Rutgers Law School International Human Rights Clinic seeks one full-time legal Research Associate to work on human trafficking matters. The project will be funded for two years, beginning July 1, 2024. The position will focus primarily on building and maintaining a docket to vacate/expunge criminal convictions of persons who have been trafficked. This practice will be focused on NJ convictions but will likely involve working with advocates in other jurisdictions throughout the country to vacate/expunge criminal convictions of the Clinic’s clients in those jurisdictions. The Human Trafficking Research Associate will work closely with the Clinic Director and Clinic students and will interface (at the Clinic Director’s instruction and when warranted) with community groups, and anti-trafficking advocacy groups in NJ and nationally. The position will also help identify areas for legislative reform and impact litigation (related to human trafficking) to be handled by the Clinic.Interested applicants should submit:ResumeCover letterList of referencesWriting sampleAll applications and accompanying material should be submitted here.Position Status:
Full TimeQualifications:Minimum Education and Experience:
At least three years of litigation experience. NJ Bar strongly preferred. Knowledge of human trafficking issues and vacatur/expungement proceedings is a plus. Excellent inter-personal and writing skills. Facility with second language (preferably Spanish) is a plus.All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization Requirements:
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. If you have trouble accessing this page because of a disability, please contact us at 732.745.7378 or via email at OneSource@Rutgers.edu.For technical assistance with the applicant tracking system, please contact the ROCS Help Desk at 848-932-4444 or ROCS@hr.rutgers.edu.
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