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The American Bar Foundation (ABF) is a nonprofit research institute committed to expanding knowledge and advancing justice. ABF scholars produce timely, cutting-edge research to inform and guide the legal profession, the academy, and society in the United States and internationally. ABF staff members work to advance this mission. The ABF strives to foster a community that represents many backgrounds and experiences, provides equitable opportunities in terms of recognition and professional development, and creates a sense of inclusion and belonging for all employees. We hope that you will apply to join our community.
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Join the American Bar Foundation as a Researcher in the 2025-26 Academic Year!
The American Bar Foundation (ABF) is looking to strengthen its full-time residential research faculty with one or more early to mid-career scholars with a PhD and/or JD with a capacity to conduct research on sociolegal issues.
Research Professor positions will be open in August with applications due September 15.
Please view our open positions here. Inquiries can be directed to careers@abfn.org.