Constitutional Law Fellow Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Constitutional Law Fellow University of South Carolina – 4.2

Richland, SC Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$50.5K – $60.1K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Writing skills Public speaking Research Master’s degree Analysis skills 1 year Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description For Posting Posting Number

RTF00125PO25 USC

Market Title Research Associate Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156384 Business Title (Internal Title) Constitutional Law Fellow Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division School of Law Department LAW Education Initiative Advertised Salary Range salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm with an hour for lunch each day Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes Position Description Advertised Job Summary The Constitutional Law Center Fellowship is a federally funded position that provides new and recent law school graduates with a one-year opportunity. The Constitutional Law Service Fellow will be part of a statewide program that provides post-secondary professional training and programming for public school educators on constitutional law and civic education. The program supports and trains educators through various presentations, partnerships, and public events. Primary responsibilities include developing written materials on constitutional law cases and related issues of history and government, public speaking, partnering with educators and state officials to implement programs, and providing one-on-one support to educators. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a master’s degree in area of research specialty. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills as demonstrated through a writing sample, internships or clinical experience, and academic record; Ability to collaborate with external stakeholders; Effective written and oral communication skills in both legal and nonlegal settings; and Interest in public speaking opportunities. Pay flexible based on experience/qualifications. Job Duties Job Duty Partner with school districts and educators to implement the curriculum development program based on research performed by the fellow. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 45 Job Duty Research issues and topics relevant to educators and state standards to produce presentations, trainings, and resources for the curriculum development program. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty Coordinate an academic symposium that includes a variety of constitutional and civics related topics related to the curriculum development program. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Other duties as determined by the Center’s Director. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date Job Open Date 06/13/2025 Job Close Date 07/28/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by July 28, 2025.

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