Research Associate

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in Indigenous peoples’ law or Canadian state law relating to Indigenous peoples
• Author one work of original scholarship intended for publication in a peer-reviewed journal
• Participate in the intellectual life of the law school, including faculty workshops, seminar series, and conferences
• Support the teaching of an Indigenous Law course

Requirements

• LL.B. or J.D. degree
• Proven research experience, preferably regarding Indigenous issues in Canada
• Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong interest in pursuing an academic career in law
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• LLM degree
• Demonstrated interest in Indigenous issues, culture, and language
• Experience or background with Indigenous community work, including "learning on the land"

About the Company

The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law is one of the world's leading law schools. Through the Junior Indigenous Scholars Program, we support outstanding aspiring legal scholars by providing mentorship, research support, and integration into our vibrant academic community.