Research Associate International Human Rights Clinic

Newark, NJ, United States

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Recruitment/Posting Title Research Associate International Human Rights Clinic

Department

Department Sch of Law-Nwk, Dean's Office

Salary Commensurate With Experience

Posting Summary

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 a resume, cover letter, list of references, and writing sample as soon as possible.

All applications and accompanying material should be submitted here.

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement .

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number

Posting Number 24FA0414

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 04/16/2024

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 12/20/2024

Qualifications

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.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Research Associate International Human Rights Clinic Department Sch of Law-Nwk, Dean's Office Salary Commensurate With Experience Posting Summary 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 a resume, cover letter, list of references, and writing sample as soon as possible.

All applications and accompanying material should be submitted here. It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement .

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA0414 Posting Open Date 04/16/2024 Posting Close Date 12/20/2024 Qualifications 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. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/225747 Campus Rutgers University-Newark Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City State Location Details Pre-employment Screenings 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. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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Required Documents Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents Other Document

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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