JD Research Assistant (LR)
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20 hours per week during the semester and 35 hours per week during intersession and summer breaks.About the InstitutionRanked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students-academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. Currently, the University enrolls more than 13,000 students in more than 150 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. Pace University is at the forefront of creating opportunity. Through the convergence of strong academics, experiential learning, and dedicated advising, Pace University empowers its students and positively impacts its communities.AA/EEO StatementPace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation.Annual Security Report NoticePace is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the University. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University's Safety and Security department publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which can be accessed here. The report contains information on security policies as well as crime and fire statistics for the University.Pace University's Elisabeth Haub School of Law is hiring Research Assistants. These are experiential learning positions that allow a JD Student to work closely with a law Faculty to apply the knowledge learned inside the classroom to the practical application and skills development within the scope of the research required for a project. These are short-term assignments and the work is as directed by a law Faculty of the Elisabeth Haub School of Law. Pace is committed to achieving completely equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Applications are encouraged from people of color, individuals of varied sexual and affectional orientations, individuals who are differently-abled, veterans of the armed forces or national service, and anyone whose background and experience will contribute to the diversity of the law school.Opportunities Provided:* Applying knowledge gained in the classroom to the project or research requirement.* Learning objectives/goals are clearly defined to relate to the professional goals of the student's academic coursework.* The student will be supervised by a Law Faculty.Federal Work Study Eligible students are encouraged to apply* Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Ability to work independently -Strong organizational skills