Microsoft Research Fellow - Cordell Institute for Policy in Medicine & Law

Position Summary

The Cordell Institute for Policy in Medicine & Law at Washington University in St. Louis seeks a full-time legal and policy research fellow for a one-year term. The Cordell Institute’s mission is to pioneer an ethical, data-driven future, to promote health, and to protect people, by becoming a leading resource for research and policy regarding the use of human information in our global society to advance healthcare and beyond.

Under the supervision of the Institute’s directors and associate director, the Microsoft Research Fellow will perform legal and policy research, which should lead to publication, in an area of privacy law and civil liberties as applied in cloud computing. Research should lead to publications such as scholarly articles and white papers as well as other, shorter items such as blogs, primers and op-eds on these topics. Once selected, the Fellow will work with The Institute to define the scope and specifics of the project(s) and to identify specific deliverables.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs a research project or projects.
• Manages their own project, which should lead to publication.
• Prepares and submits research papers, and related writings such as op-eds, with excellent writing skills and in a timely manner.
• Presents work both inside and outside the University with excellent oral communication skills.
• Maintains conscientious and ethical discharge of research responsibilities and conforms to ethical standards in research and writing.
• Maintains collegiality and builds working relationships with students, colleagues and external partners and stakeholders.
• Attends and participates in Cordell Institute events.
• Attends periodic Cordell Institute staff meetings and participates in other Cordell Institute projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and an advanced degree in a legal or related field, such as a J.D., J.S.D., or M.A..
• Outstanding academic record.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Outstanding oral communication skills and demonstrated ability to make oral presentations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain working relationships with students, colleagues, and external partners and to work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with a demonstrated interest in privacy law or doctoral degree in a related field, or in the process of obtaining a doctoral degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated publication(s) in law, policy, or scientific journals.

Salary Range

$53,760 - $55,000 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applicant Special Instructions

• The start date for this position is negotiable, but is anticipated to be mid-August 2022. 
• Applicants should submit a cover letter (briefly describing the candidate’s interest and qualifications), resume, and at least two references (who will be contacted only after any interview) to Patti Hageman, Associate Director, The Cordell Institute, at [email protected] . Please use the email subject line “Application for Cordell Microsoft Research Fellowship".

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Cordell Institute for Policy in Medicine & Law at Washington University in St. Louis seeks a full-time legal and policy research fellow for a one-year term. The Cordell Institute’s mission is to pioneer an ethical, data-driven future, to promote health, and to protect people, by becoming a leading resource for research and policy regarding the use of human information in our global society to advance healthcare and beyond.

Under the supervision of the Institute’s directors and associate director, the Microsoft Research Fellow will perform legal and policy research, which should lead to publication, in an area of privacy law and civil liberties as applied in cloud computing. Research should lead to publications such as scholarly articles and white papers as well as other, shorter items such as blogs, primers and op-eds on these topics. Once selected, the Fellow will work with The Institute to define the scope and specifics of the project(s) and to identify specific deliverables.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs a research project or projects.
• Manages their own project, which should lead to publication.
• Prepares and submits research papers, and related writings such as op-eds, with excellent writing skills and in a timely manner.
• Presents work both inside and outside the University with excellent oral communication skills.
• Maintains conscientious and ethical discharge of research responsibilities and conforms to ethical standards in research and writing.
• Maintains collegiality and builds working relationships with students, colleagues and external partners and stakeholders.
• Attends and participates in Cordell Institute events.
• Attends periodic Cordell Institute staff meetings and participates in other Cordell Institute projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and an advanced degree in a legal or related field, such as a J.D., J.S.D., or M.A..
• Outstanding academic record.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Outstanding oral communication skills and demonstrated ability to make oral presentations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain working relationships with students, colleagues, and external partners and to work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with a demonstrated interest in privacy law or doctoral degree in a related field, or in the process of obtaining a doctoral degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated publication(s) in law, policy, or scientific journals.

Salary Range

$53,760 - $55,000 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applicant Special Instructions

• The start date for this position is negotiable, but is anticipated to be mid-August 2022. 
• Applicants should submit a cover letter (briefly describing the candidate’s interest and qualifications), resume, and at least two references (who will be contacted only after any interview) to Patti Hageman, Associate Director, The Cordell Institute, at [email protected] . Please use the email subject line “Application for Cordell Microsoft Research Fellowship".

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.