Program Associate/Research Scholar

Description

The Birnbaum Women's Leadership Center (BWLC) at NYU School of Law invites applications for the position of Program Associate to support the operations of and advance the mission of the BWLC. We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented, and committed individual to join our highly collaborative team.

Birnbaum Women's Leadership Center at NYU Law

The BWLC builds on NYU Law's rich history at the forefront of advancing women in the legal profession. A premier leadership development and law school program, the BWLC develops, empowers, and inspires the next generation of leaders in the law through an array of programs. The BWLC is also a hub for thought leadership - incubating and championing ideas that foster equality in the workplace and an inclusive democracy through public events and curated discussions. The BWLC simultaneously serves as a movement strategy engine, working to catalyze meaningful systemic change - including as home to the nationally recognized think tank, The Marcy Syms Equality Initiative (MSEI), which advances sex-based equality under the law.

Key Responsibilities

The Program Associate is an integral part of the BWLC team and contributes to all aspects of the Center's programming, working directly with BWLC Executive Director Jennifer Weiss-Wolf; MSEI Director Ting Ting Cheng; BWLC Faculty Director and Frederick I. and Grace Stokes Professor Melissa Murray; BWLC Legal Fellow; and key supporters and stakeholders.

Specific duties include:

• Coordinate event preparation for 15-20 community/public events each year, including signature annual symposia
• Oversee all logistics in preparation for and on the day of events
• Draft and design programs and promotional materials; liaise with NYU Law Communications on social media and signage
• Conduct outreach and provide support for attendees, including RSVP and list management
• Engage external partners, including Bar Associations, advocacy organizations, academic institutions, NYU student groups and centers, as well as public venue partners and booksellers, as needed
• Coordinate with speakers to draft collateral; handle travel and reimbursements
  • Among the high-profile speakers the BWLC has hosted include public leaders (the Honorable Elena Kagan, the Honorable Rosalie Abella, former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder); journalists (Jamelle Bouie, Irin Carmon); advocates (Sherrilyn Ifill, Reshma Saujani).

Coordinate and support BWLC leadership initiatives

• Annual Leadership Summit
  • All of the above for event preparation plus liaise with key NYU Law partners and Advisory Board members; coordinate all aspects of Summit sponsorships
• Executive Education and Law Firm Programming
  • Provide support for BWLC leadership and facilitators

Promote the BWLC's institutional advancement efforts

• Support the BWLC Advisory Board (coordinate communications and outreach, as well as logistics and materials for two annual meetings, plus other event planning as necessary)
• Fundraising (provide support for BWLC leadership on donor and stakeholder relations)

Provide oversight and support for law school and student initiatives

• NYU Law Student Awards
  • Manage nomination announcement and inquiries
  • Facilitate application review and selection process
• High School Summer Internship
  • Post opportunity, coordinate applications and selection
  • Manage assignments/communication/feedback and overall experience
• Visiting Fellow-in-Residence Program
  • Post opportunity, coordinate applications

Craft public communications

• Maintain and update BWLC and MSEI website and social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Draft, design, and send BWLC and MSEI newsletters, event updates, and fundraising appeals
• Manage mailing list and Mailchimp account
• Edit and design annual summary, brochures, and other public-facing collateral

Provide support for the general operations of the Center

• Assist BWLC Executive Director with budget tracking, reimbursement, expense reports
• Manage BWLC team calendar and weekly meetings
• Liaise across Law School administration - with AV/IT, Facilities, Communications, Student Affairs, and the Dean's Office
• Serve as creative thought partner about the overall work, mission, reputation of the BWLC and MSEI as these programs continue to grow in visibility and national presence

Benefits and Terms of Employment

In compliance with New York City's Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range is $50,000-$55,000for the position. 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.

NYU offers an excellent, comprehensive benefits packageincluding generous paid time off and retirement contributions. Information about benefits can be viewed here .

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Bachelors' degree plus at least one year of managing multiple projects and deadlines
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate attention to detail
• Commitment to leadership development, university and legal professional life, and the public interest
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, web design, and graphic design; comfort with or willingness to learn: web publishing and Mailchimp

Application Instructions

To apply : Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three professional/academic references to Interfolio. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled with a start date of early August 2026. The Program Associate is expected to work in-person at NYU Law.