Job Description
Posting Number: S15107P Working Title: Law School Fellow Department: Law School-General About The University Of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/ ) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. Posting Type: External Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Full/Part Time: Full Time Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM This position is based in-person and requires full-time presence in the office. Advertised Salary: $54,000.00 Posting Date: 05/05/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Proposed Starting Date: 08/01/2026 Special Instructions To Applicants: Proposed Start Date: August 1, 2026, negotiable. The fellow position is a one-year appointment with the opportunity for reappointment for a second year based on performance and funding availability. One (1) letter of recommendation from a person familiar with the applicant’s legal and/or law school clinical work is required on this application. Applicants may submit additional recommendation letters; however, no more than three (3) letters will be considered. A background check will be required as part of the hiring process. Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment. Location of Vacancy: Athens Area EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ). USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. Classification Title: Legal Fellow I FLSA: Exempt FTE: 1.00 Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: 0-3 years’ experience as a practicing attorney.