Position Announcement Karen Henry 07 Aug 2007 14:47 EST

BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for the position of
Associate General Counsel for a dynamic University that is on the course
to become a metropolitan research university of distinction.

This position will report to the General Counsel and will primarily
practice in the area of research compliance.  This requires knowledge
and skill in the area of sponsored projects research ranging from
contracting to compliance as well as knowledge of export controls, tech
transfer and other research related topics.  The negotiation, drafting,
and review of contracts are required.  The position will also support
faculty and staff training and preventive law programs on a
University-wide basis and will assist the General Counsel*s office in
other legal issues.

The Associate General Counsel must be able to provide competent legal
advice to senior University officials on a variety of subjects.
Therefore, preferred candidates will have a background in higher
education or in a similarly large, complex public sector organization.
In addition, successful candidates must have the ability to work
effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
and be of high integrity.

The successful candidate must have excellent communication, analytical,
research, writing, problem solving, and interpersonal skills and be able
to prioritize and handle a significant workload. An appreciation of the
mission of the University and a commitment to preventive practice is
required.  Proficiency with multi-tasking, superior judgment, poise and
the ability to work collaboratively in a small legal office are
essential.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  The Associate General Counsel must have a J.D.
degree from an ABA accredited law school, have at least three years of
practice experience, and be a member of the Idaho Bar or be committed to
obtaining admission within six months.  The candidate must have
experience in higher education, university research or university
contract law.

The selected candidate will be required to present official
transcripts, certificates, and licenses as verification of the required
qualifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The preferred candidate will have direct
experience in university research issues.  Also, there is a preference
for a background in higher education law, government law, or expertise
in one of the other practice areas of the General Counsel's Office, i.e.
complex commercial transactions, real property law, and personnel
matters particular to students and faculty.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Please forward a resume, cover letter addressing
how the candidate meets the above requirements, and names of at least
three professional references by AUGUST 17th, 2007 to:

Ms. Robyn Williams
Search Coordinator
1910 University Drive
Albertsons Library, Room 153
Boise, Idaho 83725-1135
E-mail:  xxxxxx@boisestate.edu
Phone:  (208) 426-5732

THE UNIVERSITY is located in Boise, Idaho with an enrollment in excess
of 18,600 students. Boise State is a public comprehensive undergraduate
and graduate institution that offers a range of nationally accredited
programs.  The University is the largest institution in the Idaho system
of higher education and consists of eight colleges with approximately
3,000 faculty and staff. Situated in Idaho*s commercial, governmental
and cultural center along the banks of the Boise River, the University
provides a convenient and attractive campus for its students, faculty
and staff.

Boise is Idaho*s capital city and is located in the Treasure Valley,
a metropolitan area with a population over 400,000. As such, the
University enjoys all the benefits of a close relationship with the top
levels of state government.  Boise also serves as the headquarters for
several multi-national corporations.  Boise also is the cultural center
of Idaho and the University is the focal point of that activity.  The
University*s Morrison Center for the Performing Arts brings
unsurpassed Broadway caliber productions (theatrical productions, operas
and musical events) to Boise; the Taco Bell Arena at Boise State
attracts both national performing artists (all genre of musical
performers) and sporting events (professional sports teams and NCAA
finals events); and the University Distinguished Lecture Series brings
Nobel Prize caliber speakers to the campus and the city.  In addition,
Boise offers the best in wide-open western recreation with easy access
to world-class outdoor opportunities including whitewater rafting,
fly-fishing, mountain biking and numerous winter sports.  Idaho also has
the largest designated wilderness area in the continental United States.

(Boise State University homepage:  http://www.boisestate.edu).

Boise State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
employer.  Women and minorities, individuals with disabilities and
covered veterans are encouraged to apply.  Disabled war veterans and
honorably discharged veterans who are residents of the State of Idaho
will receive credit in accordance with Idaho State Law upon submission
of documentation of meeting the criteria set forth by law.  EOE/AA
Employer

Karen Henry, Director
Office of Sponsored Programs
Boise State University
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83725-1135
(208) 426-1571
(208) 426-1048
xxxxxx@boisestate.edu

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