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Law School Research Fellow Brigham Young University in United States

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Academic Writing

Funding

Available

Deadline

Jan 10, 2027

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United States

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Brigham Young University

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Academic Writing
Jurisprudence
Constitutional Law
Law
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About this position

Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School is seeking a Research Fellow for a one-year visiting fellowship, with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional years. The fellow will be based in Provo and participate fully in the intellectual and spiritual life of the law school.

The role is designed for someone aiming for a future academic career in law. The fellow will join regular works-in-progress discussions on faculty scholarship, present their own scholarship to faculty members, and continue developing an independent research agenda. During the first year, the fellow is expected to write and present at least one full-length law review article. If the fellowship is renewed, the fellow may also teach while preparing for the legal academic job market.

The position emphasizes an active research environment within the law school, with opportunities to engage closely with faculty scholarship and the broader academic mission of the institution. Fellows are expected to remain in residence at BYU Provo for the full term of the appointment.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must have a JD or PhD in a related field completed by the start date. The successful candidate should demonstrate an interest in becoming a law professor, strong legal research and writing skills, an outstanding academic and professional background, and a commitment to producing influential and enduring scholarship. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, research agenda, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement. Relocation to and residence in Utah/at BYU Provo are required for the duration of the fellowship; BYU faculty are also expected to abide by the Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards, and preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

How to apply

Apply through the BYU faculty careers Workday posting. Upload the required curriculum vitae, research agenda, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement with the application. Ensure all required documents are attached before the deadline.

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