Seeking Research Assistant (Public Communications and Engagement) for Land Use Maps Project– Law, Environment, & Animal Program The Law, Environment & Animals Program (LEAP) at Yale Law School fosters impactful learning and scholarship on the legal, scientific, and moral dimensions of human–animal relationships, empowering the Yale community to advance positive change for animals, people, and the environment. LEAP seeks a research assistant (RA) with experience in public communications, journalism, or advocacy to help shape the narrative and outreach strategy for a Yale Planetary Solutions Impact! funded project developing interactive state-level maps showing land use tied to animal agriculture. These maps will be built using publicly available datasets and will inform litigation, policy, and advocacy efforts around climate and land use reform. The student will work closely with faculty and the project team to ensure findings are accessible and impactful for non-specialist audiences, including policymakers, advocates, and the general public. The RA’s work will be overseen by Laura Fox, Litigation Fellow, Daina Bray, LEAP Legal Director, and Doug Kysar, LEAP Faculty Director. This position is paid hourly. Hourly rates vary by student classification: $17/hour for undergraduates, $17.50/hour for Yale Law School or master’s students, and $20.50/hour for PhD students. The expected time commitment is 6 to 8 hours per week. The position would begin immediately. Candidates who can commit to two terms (i.e., the full 2025-2026 academic year) will be prioritized. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to translate academic research into tools for real-world impact. The priority deadline is September 5, 2025. Applications received after the priority deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis. |
