Northwestern University · 1 week ago
Postdoctoral Scholar - Energy Innovation Fellow
Evanston, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelNorthwestern University is seeking an Energy Innovation Fellow to support the launch and growth of the Northwestern University Energy Innovation Lab. The role involves conducting interdisciplinary legal research, collaborating on projects, and developing policy solutions related to energy and AI.
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Hiring Manager
Ivy Wong-Batchelor
Responsibilities
Conduct interdisciplinary legal research and analysis on issues related to energy law, AI, data centers, space, and emerging technologies
Collaborate with Professor Osofsky and other researchers on joint projects, publications, and Lab initiatives
Develop and pursue independent research projects suitable for publication and presentation
Contribute to the design and execution of Lab workshops, conferences, and public programming
Build and engage with networks of academics, policymakers, business leaders, and NGOs in energy and technology fields
Draft policy proposals, reports, and other written materials to support constructive solutions
Present research findings at academic seminars, conferences, and Lab-sponsored events
Support communications and outreach that foster broader engagement with the Lab’s work
Assist with the strategic development and administration of Lab activities and partnerships
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Law degree (e.g., JD, LLM, LLB, JSD, PhD, MSL, etc) with coursework or training in U.S. energy law
Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple projects
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively on interdisciplinary teams
Preferred
Prior research, professional, or academic experience in energy law and policy
Demonstrated interest in energy, AI, data centers, space, or emerging technologies
Career interest in legal academia; energy, AI, or space law; or law or policy leadership
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
Founded in 1851
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
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2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
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