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Executive Director

We’re seeking an individual with a passion for rigorous research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy to guide our next chapter. The Executive Director should possess a strong appreciation for the Williams Institute’s voice and values, as well as a deep understanding of the policy issues facing LGBTQ communities. The Director will lead the development and implementation of a strategic vision that advances the Institute’s mission and goals. They will support and guide staff and visiting scholars, oversee the production of high-quality research that informs public policy and advocacy, manage the Institute’s budget and operations, and cultivate relationships with policymakers, the media, donors, and the broader public. Ideal candidates will hold a J.D. or social science Ph.D., bring senior leadership experience, and have a proven record of innovation and collaboration across a broad range of partners and audiences. This is a full-time, year-round, non-tenure track, academic position based in Los Angeles.

Deadline to apply: January 2, 2025

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Daniel H. Renberg Law Fellow

The Williams Institute seeks a law fellow to engage in cutting-edge and high-quality research and analysis related to sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy. The Daniel H. Renberg Law Fellow will further the Williams Institute’s mission by conducting legal and multidisciplinary research on the discrimination facing LGBTQ people, LGBTQ health, LGBTQ families, and the criminal justice system, among other topics. The Law Fellow will provide research and writing support to senior scholars at the Institute and will contribute to self-published reports, academic articles, public comments, amicus briefs, and other Institute work. The position will be for a two-year term and will be based in Los Angeles, California.

Deadline to apply: January 17, 2026

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The Williams Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.