Child Health Research Attorney
Texas A&M University Health Science Center See More Job Openings by This Employer
Job Title
Child Health Research AttorneyAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Institute for Healthcare AccessProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Fort Worth, TexasJob Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The Institute for Healthcare Access—a collaboration between Texas A&M’s School of Law, College of Medicine, and Health Science Center—advances equitable healthcare through research, education, and community engagement.
What we want
The Child Health Research Attorney leads a legal research project focused on improving child safety in Texas. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Child Health Research Attorney collaborates with university leadership to produce actionable policy analysis.
What you need to know
Please note: This is a temporary position, with an expected duration from September 15, 2025, through January 31, 2026.
Location: This position is located in Fort Worth, Texas.
Required Education
Doctor of Jurisprudence or equivalent.
This position is open to new law graduates as well as early- to mid- or late-career attorneys.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Must be licensed to practice law in Texas (preferred) or another state or be eligible for licensure (including JD and LLM graduates awaiting bar exam results or sitting for the July 2025 bar exam).
Preferred Qualifications
A post-graduate degree (e.g., MPH, LLM, MSW, MEd), healthcare degree (e.g., MD, BSN), or significant health-related work experience (in addition to the JD or, as appropriate, LLM) is preferred.
Strong legal research and writing skills, a demonstrated interest in health and healthcare and/or child welfare, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
One year of work or academic experience with pediatric or adolescent health, youth advocacy or education, childcare facilities, legal epidemiology, or related areas may be preferred.
Exceptional research and writing skills, including publications, and health law-related interests in areas like health policy, health justice, bioethics, childcare regulation, and non-medical drivers of health, including familial stability and child safety, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Presentation skills.
Analytical skills.
Attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
Research
Researches, develops, and disseminates legal and public policy analyses to inform and shape specific state policy.
Analyzes research data and summarizes results.
Contributes to research papers, articles, and publications.
Mentoring
Assist, mentors, and/or supervises law student researchers who are working on research related to the project.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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