Position Title: Academic Fellow - School of Law
Department: School of Law
Advertised Pay: 12.00
Campus Location: Washburn University
Position Summary:
Academic Fellows assist School of Law (SOL) faculty by supporting the operations of the Centers for Excellence and/or the Academic Enrichment and Bar Pass program.
About Washburn University:
Washburn University is a teaching-focused, student-centered, public institution located in the metropolitan setting of Topeka that has earned national recognition for its high-impact programs for first-generation students. Washburn has a student body of just over 7,000 students, a significant and growing number of whom are first-generation and Pell-Grant eligible. The University has created educational pathways for all students to be successful and achieve their educational goals.
Washburn is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a dynamic faculty, staff, and student body and cultivating a robust learning and working environment and curriculum. We employ more than one thousand faculty and staff on our campuses throughout Topeka and strive to offer competitive wages, an excellent benefits program, and a supportive culture and a healthy work/life balance. Washburn seeks to create an environment that reflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT: inclusion, modernization, partnership, achievement, community and transformation. In 2024, Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to Great Colleges to Work For® program.
Essential Functions:
The essential functions of this position include:
-Coordinating special projects.
-Communicating with students, faculty, and staff.
-Participate in training sessions and events.
-Staff office hours as needed.
-Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Applicant must be enrolled as a 2L or 3L at Washburn Law.
A qualified candidate will possess the following:
-Professionalism.
-Ability to maintain confidentiality.
-Computer/keyboarding skills.
-Excellent grammar; excellent written and verbal communication.
-Strong interpersonal skills.
-Ability to multi-task.
-Understanding of legal terminology.
This position requires a background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in mentoring, tutoring, or providing educational content.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Hourly, Part time
Background Check Required