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Research Associate, Meese Center for Legal and Judicial Studies

The Heritage Foundation

full-time

Location

Washington, DC

Category

Policy & Research

Work Setting

In Person

Compensation

$57,000–$67,000/year

Posted

April 23, 2026

About This Role

The Heritage Foundation's Meese Center for Legal and Judicial Studies seeks a Research Associate to support its work on constitutional law, judicial selection, and the rule of law.


Responsibilities:

- Conduct legal research on constitutional, statutory, and regulatory issues

- Assist senior fellows in drafting policy papers, legal commentaries, and op-eds

- Monitor judicial nominations and court decisions relevant to Center priorities

- Support events, briefings, and outreach related to the Center's work


Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in political science, law, or related field required; J.D. or current law student a plus

- Strong legal research and writing skills

- Demonstrated commitment to constitutional originalism and the rule of law

- Familiarity with federal courts and judicial selection process preferred

Learn more about The Heritage Foundation: https://www.heritage.org

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