Department Faculty of Law - Alberta Law Reform Institute
Posted date April 1, 2025
Closing date April 21, 2025
Position Type Full Time - Trust Funded

QUALIFICATIONS

• An undergraduate degree and the degree of LL.B or JD are minimum educational requirements.
• Demonstration of professional skill in legal research, analysis, and writing at the academic level through an advanced degree in law or equivalent research experience.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of the law and legislative process of Alberta.
• Maintain the professional and educational requirements for membership in the Law Society of Alberta or equivalent, and to reflect the ethical standards of the profession.
• Successful project management experience and problem solving experience are assets to managing law reform projects.
  At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
  All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
  The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
  L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l’université à postuler.
  Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight April 21, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time

• Legal research, analysis, and policy development to investigate legal problems and policy options.
• Engage in consultation and communication with the legal profession and the public to further develop policy and recommendations.
• Write project reports that offer recommendations to Albertans, the government and the legal community.
• Develop and ensure project plans are well managed.
• Assist with special projects that promote ALRI work to the broader community of law reform agencies.