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Temporary Research Consultant
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Position Number: 5920022
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Law and Legal Studies

Temporary Research Consultant

University Overview

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Posted Job Title
Temporary Research Consultant

Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary
The Temporary Research Consultant will work in Penn Carey Law's Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice.

Job Description

1) Conduct legal research on topics related to reducing errors in the criminal justice system

2) Assist with qualitative data collection for ongoing projects related to public defense

3) Develop public-facing materials on prosecutorial immunity

4) Compile policymaker and practitioner-focused materials to further the Center's research-to-practice initiatives

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Law School

Pay Range
$7.25 - $35.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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