Indigenous Law & Policy Fellow

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance for you and your-de

ECO Pass for local transit

Onboarding assistance

Job summary

The American Indian Law Program (AILP) at the University of Colorado Law School invites applications for a one-year Faculty Fellow. Beginning Fall 2026, the fellowship supports research, teaching assistance, and administrative work in Indigenous rights.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Indigenous leaders, students, and staff and offers an opportunity to engage in education, policy, and practice. We seek a recent law graduate with Tribal and Federal Indian Law experience and a strong

Qualifications

• Recent law school graduate with a J.D. or equivalent degree.
• Coursework or experience in Tribal Law, Federal Indian Law, and International Human Rights.
• Experience and interest in program administration, academic events, and community engagement with Indigenous Peoples.
• Ability to work full time in Boulder and willingness to travel.
• Minimum one year commitment.

Responsibilities

• Research and drafting memoranda, articles, reports, and briefs.
• Supporting classroom teaching and course development.
• Preparing for and participating in meetings with Indigenous leaders, attorneys, and community members.
• Conference and event planning.
• Student recruitment and outreach.
• Community engagement and partnership development.
• Grant writing and fundraising support.
• Communications and publicity.

Skills

Tribal Law

Federal Indian Law

International Human Rights

Legal Research

Policy Development

Education

J.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

The American Indian Law Program (AILP) at the University of Colorado Law School invites applications for a one-year Faculty Fellow. Beginning Fall 2026, the fellowship supports research, teaching assistance, and administrative work in Indigenous rights.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Indigenous leaders, students, and staff and offers an opportunity to engage in education, policy, and practice. We seek a recent law graduate with Tribal and Federal Indian Law experience and a strong