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New York University

Research Scholar/Fellow

New York, NY · On-site

$150K/yr

This is an 18-month position to lead the Center's pardon work. The fellow will work closely with the Center's Director and Deputy Director to research, design, and actively promote a framework and ...

Tulsa Community Foundation

Reentry Case Manager

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Project Commutation provides legal representation and reentry case management for incarcerated individuals appearing before the Pardon and Parole Board. In addition to its direct service work ...

Justicelink LLC

Reentry Case Manager

Tulsa, OK

$50K - $55K/yr

Project Commutation provides legal representation and reentry case management for incarcerated individuals appearing before the Pardon and Parole Board. In addition to its direct service work ...

JusticeLink LLC

Reentry Case Manager

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Project Commutation provides legal representation and reentry case management for incarcerated individuals appearing before the Pardon and Parole Board. In addition to its direct service work ...

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What is the difference between Pardon vs Paralegal?

AspectPardonParalegal
CredentialsNo formal certification required, but some states offer pardon-specific trainingTypically requires a certificate or associate degree in paralegal studies
Work EnvironmentLegal system, government offices, or courts for granting pardonsLaw firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies assisting attorneys
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, criminal justice systemLegal services, law firms, corporate legal teams
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding pardon processes vs legal support rolesLegal assistance, support roles in law

While a pardon involves granting clemency or forgiveness for a criminal conviction, a paralegal provides legal support to attorneys in various legal tasks. They serve different functions within the legal system, with pardons focusing on criminal justice and paralegals assisting in legal procedures and case preparation.

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Research Scholar/Fellow

Research Scholar/Fellow

New York University

New York, NY • On-site

$150K/yr

Full-time, Contractor

Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

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8.3

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Job description

Description
Trust in American institutions-government, courts, and even civil society-has steadily eroded and now stands at historic lows. In October 2025, Vanita Gupta launched the Center for Law and Public Trust at NYU School of Law to confront this crisis in confidence and reimagine US institutions so they are more effective and accountable to the American people, more resilient to corruption and abuse, and therefore more deserving of public trust.
The Center works to rebuild trust and advance effectiveness in government and other institutions by: developing issue briefs, roadmaps, and concrete blueprints for institutional reform and reconstruction; designing structures, processes, and policies that are more responsive to community needs, efficient, resilient, and accountable to the public; and training the next generation of lawyers to lead in public service, armed with the skills to deploy the levers of government and leadership, advance justice, and deliver results for the American people.
Position Summary:
This is an 18-month position to lead the Center's pardon work. The fellow will work closely with the Center's Director and Deputy Director to research, design, and actively promote a framework and set of recommendations for safeguarding and strengthening fairness and transparency in the federal pardon process. The fellow will perform a wide range of research, writing, public education and advocacy tasks, including, but not limited to:
  • Conducting research and analysis on state and federal pardon systems and processes
  • Generating public-facing scholarship, a framework with recommendations, and other written products relating to the federal pardon process
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior practitioners, academics, experts, and counterparts across the University and at partner organizations, particularly on issues relevant to the portfolio and scope of work
  • Representing the Center at coalition meetings, conferences, and other public events
  • Coordinating convenings and working sessions to develop deliverables and advance project objectives
  • Developing and implementing a public education campaign relating to the federal pardon process, to promote research results, recommendations, and other Center publications and materials on the topic of federal pardons
  • Advising Center leadership, staff, and fellows and acting as a thought partner based on the fellow's expertise and experience
  • Drafting internal and supporting materials, including internal research memos and talking points
  • As needed, supervising student researchers to produce deliverables and complete tasks, ensuring quality and timeliness

Salary and Benefits
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary is $150,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. You will be an employee of New York University, with access to an excellent, comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and retirement contributions.
The Center has physical office space at NYU School of Law in New York, but also offers hybrid or remote work arrangements from within the US.
Qualifications
  • JD
  • A minimum of five years post-graduate work experience
  • Prior experience working on pardon issues, clemency, expungement, sentencing, criminal justice reform or related issues is a plus but not required

Required Skills:
  • Excellent research and writing skills, including the ability to express precise, complex information in a way that is clear and compelling
  • A commitment to the mission of the Center
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to work well with different types of individuals and teams to achieve results
  • Experience working successfully in coalition or collaborative spaces with partners
  • Strong project management skills and a proven track record of executing complex tasks in a timely fashion
  • Highly self-motivated and able to take initiative
  • Some management experience preferred, but not required

Application Instructions
Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references to Interfolio via apply.interfolio.com/188174. Applications are rolling with a final submission deadline of July 29.

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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