Description:

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant - Postgraduate Wayne Law Student Affairs Fellow at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential Functions (Job Duties):

Wayne State University Law School's Office of Student Affairs ("Wayne Law") is seeking applications from Class of 2025 graduates of an ABA Counsel-accredited law school for a one calendar year Post-Graduate Fellowship.

The fellowship offers an opportunity for a recent law school graduate to gain experience working with Wayne Law's Student Affairs Office. The fellow's responsibilities will include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

Student Engagement
Student Organization Outreach
Special Event & Activities Assistance
Other student related special projects as assigned

The fellow will work closely with the Student Affairs Office staff and will report directly to the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. The fellow will support the mission of the Student Affairs Office to help students successfully navigate the law school years. The fellow's role will include the responsibilities listed above, as well as assisting with departmental programs and initiatives to promote academic achievement, wellness, and professionalism among law students. The role also involves additional responsibilities as assigned that are viewed to be in line with the position.

Qualifications:
J.D. from a Counsel-accredited law school is required. Bar passage is not required. The applicant must be a Class of 2025 graduate from a Counsel-accredited law school and have an interest in higher education. Candidates must be able to exercise independent judgment; responsibly manage multiple projects; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

The candidate will start on or before March 9, 2026; the fellowship will last at least one calendar year from the candidate's start date. Applicants are required to submit (1) a letter of interest describing the candidate's interest in the fellowship position, (2) a resume, (3) a law school transcript, and (4) the names and contact information of three individuals prepared to provide professional references. Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.

For additional information, contact: Tierney E. Hoffman, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at tehoffman@wayne.edu.

Funding/Salary Information:
Compensation type: Annual Salary
Salary hire maximum: $47,250