The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) has an immediate opening for Associate Counsel. The junior position in a department of 2.5 lawyers involves significant in-house legal and other support work for the Association; appellate brief writing, articles, and presentations on issues of academic freedom and the First Amendment, as well as other issues relevant to the professoriate and higher education; and consultation with faculty members, attorneys, and administrators on higher education issues, collective bargaining, and litigation. The substantive areas include academic freedom, employment and labor law, discrimination, constitutional law, tax, and internal contracts and personnel and benefits matters. Strongly desired background includes experience in union-side labor matters; experience is also preferred in one or more of the following: employment discrimination and other employment matters, higher education, intellectual property, nonprofit organizations or associations, or civil liberties; experience with a range of legal issues particularly desirable. Some appellate brief writing experience a plus. The position includes general support for the Association’s committees and operations.
AAUP is a national organization founded in 1915 that is active in areas including intellectual freedom, due process, professional ethics, and university governance. Membership is about 46,000 faculty members and research scholars from all disciplines. The staff enjoys the opportunity to work on significant issues with Association members who are leading scholars in law and other fields.
Three years or more legal experience preferred. Membership in District of Columbia Bar required within reasonable period after appointment. Excellent benefits package includes medical, vision, dental, and disability coverage; retirement plan; and generous vacation. Some travel required. Competitive non-profit salary, commensurate with experience.
Screening will begin immediately and continue until filled. Send resume and cover letter to: Legal Search, AAUP, 1133 Nineteenth St., NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20036, or legal.dept@aaup.org. No phone calls please.
For more information, please read about the AAUP’s Legal Program.
(Revised 12/11)