The University of Akron School of Law IP Center is Hiring a Research Fellow – IPWatchdog.com
UAIP is Hiring a Visiting Assistant Research Professor
UAIP is hiring a Visiting Assistant Research Professor. This is a one-year fellowship, renewable for a second year. The job is an entry level position ideal for a recent law grad who wants to work in IP law policy. The Fellow will have an opportunity to deeply engage with current IP law and policy issues and to develop a network with IP lawyers and policy experts.
Job Description Summary:
At the direction of the IP Center’s faculty, responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Working closely with faculty to design and execute studies on major legal and policy issues in intellectual property
- Drafting research papers, policy briefs, essays, blog posts, and other relevant materials
- Assisting with building the new IP Pro JD Program
- Helping to recruit and coordinate mentors
- Helping to organize programming for students in the program
- Monitoring student progress through milestones and course requirements in the program
- Identifying, securing, and supervising externships and other experiential opportunities for IP students
- Assisting with planning and organizing academic roundtables, symposia, and other events and coordinating with attorneys and other expert participants
- Monitoring and reporting on legislative, regulatory, and industry events and developments
The University of Akron School of Law is a public law school of approximately 450 students. We are nationally recognized for our programs in IP and advocacy and practical training. In the latest US News specialty rankings, Akron Law was ranked in the top 35 for both IP and Trial Advocacy and was recognized as among the top schools in the nation for both IP and practical training by National Jurist.
Akron’s IP Center, established in 1996, has long been recognized as one of the country’s leading IP programs. The IP Center enjoys an active and collegial IP faculty that is deeply engaged with a global network of IP scholars, practitioners, and policy experts. We offer four degrees, two IP-related legal clinics, a D.C. IP externship program, and more than 30 courses in the field. With over 20% of the school’s student body patent bar-qualified, Akron Law is one of the most IP-intensive schools in the nation. The 2023 launch of our new IP Pro JD program will soon further enhance our strengths.
The University of Akron is a public research institution of nearly 20,000 students with national reputations in areas such as polymer science, engineering, and business as well as law. The Cleveland/Akron/Canton metropolitan area is a center of commerce, cutting-edge research, and culture with a sophisticated legal community that strongly supports Akron Law. The region, with a population of 3.6 million, is home to 20 Fortune 500 headquarters, four of the nation’s 200 largest law firms, and significant entrepreneurial activity.
Additional Position Information:
Required Qualifications: A JD or equivalent law degree
Preferred Qualifications: Background and interest in intellectual property law
Application Instructions: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and attach a one-page cover letter; resume (no longer than two pages); Three professional references, with at least one academic reference preferred if there is one sufficiently familiar with your recent work beyond the classroom; and Writing sample, no longer than five pages (can be an excerpt from a longer work). Please include contact information, including email addresses for your professional references.
After submission of your application, return to the “My Activities” link and upload the required documents to your profile under the “Cover Letters and Attachments” section.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with reference to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. A resume will not be accepted in place of any information requested on the application. For assistance with your application or attachments please call Human Resources at 330-972-8399.
Application Deadline: The review of applicants will begin January 17, 2024.
For complete position details, click here.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff, contract professionals, and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our benefits home page for more information.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative, Cindy Harm.
Background Check Statement: The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement: The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement: It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
