April 3, 2023
Senior Legal Researcher (Associate Research Scholar)
CCSI is seeking a Senior Legal Researcher to help carry forward the Center’s diverse research agenda. This position will collaborate with CCSI’s Directors and Research Staff to execute the Center’s applied research agenda on the laws, policies, and practices that shape international investment and its alignment with sustainable development and human rights. Specifically, the incumbent will supervise and contribute to ongoing advisory, research, and technical support projects with the goal of advancing more responsible and rights-respecting laws, policies and practices in land and resource investments (e.g. agriculture, renewable energy and mining projects) at the local, national and international level. The ideal candidate will also be able to lead or contribute to work related the Center’s other primary focus areas, including investment law and policy, natural resource governance, the energy transition, or SDG-aligned finance.
The position will contribute to ongoing projects, including through project and advisory work, desk research and informant interviews, organizing and facilitating events and trainings, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with collaborators, and helping to develop materials for publications, among other possible activities. It requires a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
More details on the position can be found here.
Instructions for applying can be found here.
Please note in your cover letter where you heard about this job opportunity.
This position is based at Columbia University in New York. Full-time remote work is not possible.
(Please do not apply directly to CCSI's email account).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Salary Range: $89,000 - $104,000 a year
Pay Transparency Disclosure: The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.