Temple University's Center for Public Healthy Law Research is searching for a Law and Policy Analyst!
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
A remote work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
12 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Salary Range: $60,000 - $69,242
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.
Position Summary
The Center for Public Health Law Research (CPHLR or Center) housed at Temple University's Beasley School of Law supports the widespread adoption of scientific tools and methods for mapping and evaluating the impact of law on health. CPHLR is seeking applications for a Law and Policy Analyst. The Law and Policy Analyst reports to the Center's Research and Operations Director, while working closely with a dynamic team of lawyers and public policy professionals dedicated to using law to improve public health and advance health equity nationally and globally. The Law and Policy Analyst will be primarily responsible for contributing to scientific legal mapping projects by researching and analyzing statutory and regulatory laws and policies across emerging public health topics. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, excellent research and writing skills, the ability to handle multiple competing deadlines, the proven ability to analyze, synthesize and translate research findings for diverse audiences, and the ability to contribute to publications and presentations on the Center's work. Training on the Center's scientific legal mapping methods and coding software platform, MonQcle, will be provided to the Law and Policy Analyst. Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Information
For more information on CPHLR and to view examples of the legal research work produced by the Center, please visit: http://lawatlas.org/, https://pdaps.org/, and https://phlr.org/.
Job Details
* This position is Remote.
Required Education and Experience
* JD degree.
* At least two (2) years of relevant post-graduate research experience.
* Relevant experience to include any of the following: legal epidemiology research, legal or policy research, analysis of statutes and regulations, development of legal or policy research products (e.g., policy briefs, manuscripts, legal datasets), and/or work on interdisciplinary research projects focused on law and public health.
* Experience in using legal research databases including Lexis, Westlaw, and HeinOnline.
* Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneDrive Dropbox and web interfaces.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience
* At least One (1) year of public health law experience.
* Grant writing experience.
Required Skills and Abilities
* Strong organizational skills.
* Proficiency in reviewing and writing scholarly publications.
* Ability to analyze and communicate research findings for diverse audiences.
* Ability to prioritize and meet shifting project deadlines with flexibility.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to collaborate with stakeholders across multiple disciplines and sectors.
* Ability to solve problems analytically and think critically.
* Ability to maintain professionalism and respect towards others.
* Proven interest in public health law and developing legal expertise in a particular policy area.
* Demonstrated understanding of how public health is affected by systemic racial, economic, and social inequities.
* Demonstrated commitment to advancing health equity.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to work with and adapt to new technologies.
Essential Functions
Legal Research
* Conducts federal, state, and local law and policy research, including statutes, regulations, and case law.
* Conducts international and comparative law and policy research.
* Conducts historical legal and policy research.
* Researches and synthesizes complex legal issues on a wide variety of public health law topics.
* Drafts background memorandums summarizing the legal and policy landscape.
Legal Dataset Creation
* Works in a