Law School - AI Research Fellow
Law School - AI Research Fellow
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Job Description
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1973 the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University (BYU Law) has grown into one of the nations leading law schools. Boasting an expert faculty and strong student body the Law School provides an exceptional education grounded in legal theory enhanced by experiential learning and enlightened by the laws of God. (BYU Law Educational Objectives). Dedicated to educating the whole person BYU Law seeks to develop people of integrity who combine faith and intellect in lifelong service to God and neighbor. (BYU Law Mission Statement).
WHAT WE DO
At BYU Law we prepare students for meaningful careers and contributions to our society. We afford students opportunities to develop leadership transactional and litigation skills. We equip students with crosscultural competence preparing them to engage and communicate effectively. We inspire students to acquire and maintain the highest levels of professionalism civility and ethics. And we embrace a wholebuilding approach engaging every member of the BYU Law community in developing the professional competencies character and diversity of our students gifts.
ABOUT THIS POSITION
The Howard W. Hunter Law Library at Brigham Young University Law School is seeking applicants for a oneyear AI research fellow position. The AI Research Fellow will work closely with the Law Schools Legal Technology Initiative and with law faculty on research projects participate in research write articles and books and propose applications of artificial intelligence in the research teaching and practice of law. There is no teaching assignment though the Fellow will participate in training members of the Law School community. It is expected that the AI Research Fellow will work with BYU Law School faculty members who are conducting research and writing projects related to the AI Research Fellows area of interest. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a future in academia providing time mentorship and institutional support to develop a robust research agenda at the intersection of law and technology.
The AI Research Fellow will join the Law School for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second and third year. The AI Research Fellow will be expected to remain in residence at BYU Provo for the duration of the fellowship and work onsite. Please contact the search committee chair Nick Hafen () with questions.
Job Title: Law School AI Research Fellow
Desired start date: June 1 2025
Last day to apply: May 12 2025
Posting close date: May 13 2025
WHAT YOULL DO IN THIS POSITION
Duties and Responsibilities:
It is expected that the AI Research Fellow will work with the Law Schools Legal Technology Initiative and with BYU Law School faculty members who are conducting research and writing projects related to the Research Fellows area of interest. It is expected that the AI Research Fellow will help support law faculty research projects that would benefit from the application of artificial intelligence.
WHAT QUALIFIES YOU FOR THIS ROLE
Required Degree: PhD in Computer Science or a relevant technical or quantitative field. Required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience: A successful applicant will have demonstrated skills applying AI to solve problems and a vision to apply AI to the research teaching and practice of law. A successful application will also have an outstanding academic background and a commitment to producing influential and enduring scholarship.
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the State of Utah to be eligible for employment consideration.
Documents required at the time of application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae and cover letter to the faculty application. All fulltime faculty positions require a Mission Alignment Statement (see description below).
Refer to the Job Description for any additional required documents.
Mission Alignment Statement
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end please include a onepage mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might as a BYU faculty member: 1 live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets seers and revelators; 2 demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and 3 teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel (Spencer W. Kimball).
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints include a onepage mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.
Employment Requirements
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
All faculty are required to abide by the universitys Honor Code and Dress &Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veteran status.
Employment Type
Full-Time
