Co-Adjutant- Non Teaching -Research

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 12,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University-Newark seeks a Senior Researcher to lead independent legal research on federal and state case law, policy developments, and social impact issues. The role requires advanced research and interpretation, plus the ability to produce publication-ready analyses for diverse audiences.

Work with the Executive Director, faculty, fellows, and students; manage multiple projects, mentor researchers, and develop strategies to advance research priorities and public impact.

Qualifications

• Requires a JD with knowledge of fair housing law and policy.
• Master's degree in public policy or related social science field (or equivalent).
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct independent, high-impact legal research initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, students, and partners to implement research strategies.
• Supervise student researchers and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Legal research

Academic writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

J.D.

Master's in public policy/public administration/political science

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Co-Adjutant- Non Teaching -Research

Department: Law School Newark

Salary Details: 12,000 - 18,500- Grant Funded

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

The Senior Researcher will lead and execute independent, rigorous, and high-impact legal research initiatives focused on federal and state case law, emerging legal developments, and issues of significant legal and public policy importance. The position requires advanced legal research and analytical skills, exceptional writing ability, and the capacity to translate complex legal developments into comprehensive, publication-ready scholarship for academic, professional, and public audiences.

Working collaboratively with the Executive Director, faculty, research fellows, students, and external partners, the Legal Researcher will design and implement research strategies, manage multiple concurrent projects, mentor student researchers, and produce timely, substantive legal analyses that advance the organization's research priorities and public impact.

Demonstrates knowledge of research on issues of social policy, poverty, race discrimination, economic marginalization, housing and land use, and possesses the hard skills for empirical study

• Experience with real estate finance, civil rights remedies, local government regulatory mechanics, environmental justice, community economic development strategy and financing, tax, or urban planning is relevant
• Assists the executive director in research and writing projects
• Initiates and drives independent research projects
• Supervises student research assistants.

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26FA0919

Posting Open Date: 10/16/2026

Posting Close Date: 10/23/2026

Campus: Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Newark

City: Newark

State: NJ

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: JD, must have knowledge of fair housing law and policy, poverty and wealth dynamics, government decision‑making, and sensitivity to diverse community dynamics
Requires a minimum of a master's degree in public policy, public administration, political science, or a relevant social science degree, or

• Requires a desire to impact law and policy with respect to inequality
• Substantial research skills, ability to communicate effectively, and very strong writing experience.
• Candidates must be comfortable working cooperatively in interdisciplinary contexts.

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.

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