Rock Center for Corporate Governance Academic Fellow

　　School of Law, Stanford, California, United States

　　Academic

　　Post Date Jan 19, 2024

　　Requisition # 102014

　　Rock Center for Corporate Governance Academic Fellow

　　Job Summary

　　The Rock Center for Corporate Governance seeks to hire a resident academic fellow for a 12-month or one academic-year term, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. The Fellow will pursue his or her own independent research, as well as work closely with Stanford Law School faculty on a range of projects related to corporate governance.

　　The Rock Center for Corporate Governance

　　The Rock Center for Corporate Governance promotes high quality academic research in the area of corporate governance. The Rock Center emphasizes research projects that illuminate current public policy concerns and that assist policy makers, corporate executives, and the judiciary in responding to real-life governance challenges. The Rock Center also conducts conferences and seminars addressing matters of concern to the corporate governance community.

　　The Position

　　The Fellow will be expected to conduct independent research leading to major academic journal or law review publication, and the fellow will receive support from faculty in developing and executing those projects. The Fellow will also engage in a broad mix of research and analysis under the supervision of Stanford Law School, Rock Center, and other affiliated faculty. Potential projects include research in the areas of corporate governance, executive compensation, proxy voting, rating agencies, securities and corporate litigation and regulation, investment vehicle structures, and the transformation of the financial regulatory system. The Fellow may also develop law school and/or Rock Center course materials and educational materials to help support research conferences and seminars. Fellows are encouraged to attend weekly faculty lunch seminars and participate in activities with the other fellows at Stanford Law School to learn more about their scholarship and academic life. The Fellow will report to the Executive Director of the Rock Center and will work under the direction of an assigned faculty member. We provide office space, a competitive stipend, and a generous benefits package.

　　Qualifications

　　A successful candidate will have a relevant terminal graduate degree and/or a law degree, a very strong academic record, and demonstrable research and writing or practical experience related to corporate governance and/or capital markets. The successful candidate will also have strong presentation, interpersonal, and management skills, and will be able to operate independently with little faculty supervision. A strong entrepreneurial inclination is highly valued. Demonstrated writing skills through law review or other publications is highly desirable. Candidates with training in quantitative analysis, experience in litigation or transactional matters, and/or experience in database construction and design are preferred.

　　All interested and qualified applicants must follow these steps in order to apply:

　　Submit a cover letter and resume and complete the application via the Stanford Careers websitehttp://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu/, referencing job number [102014]

　　Please send the following to [email protected]:

　　● A research proposal of no more than 1500 words (with an emphasis on original ideas and not merely the identification of interesting topics or problems);

　　● A writing sample that demonstrates the applicant's analytical and creative abilities;

　　● A curriculum vitae;

　　● PDFs of all transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended (unofficial transcripts are fine).

　　● Two letters of recommendation. These should be emailed directly from the recommenders to the same address listed above, and they should focus on the applicant's potential for a career as an academic scholar.

　　Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

　　Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

　　The expected base pay range for this position is $72,800. Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.

　　The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

　　Stanford University seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.

　　Additional Information

　　Schedule: Full-time

　　Job Code: 1384

　　Employee Status: Regular

　　Grade: H99

　　Requisition ID: 102014

　　Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible, On Site