Law Library Scholar-in-Residence
The Law Library Scholar-in-Residence program enables legal researchers to pursue advanced projects using the Library of Congress's extensive legal resources.
Funder: Library of Congress
Due Dates: Ongoing
Funding Amounts: Unpaid residency; no stipend or salary provided. Duration: 10 weeks–1 year (negotiable).
Summary: Enables scholars and professionals to conduct in-depth legal research using the Law Library of Congress resources.
Key Information: Apply at least 2 months before your intended start date; U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and visa holders eligible.
Description
The Law Library Scholar-in-Residence program provides an opportunity for legal scholars, researchers, or library professionals to pursue advanced legal research projects that align with the mission of the Law Library of Congress. Residents gain access to the Library’s extensive resources and are expected to contribute to the advancement of legal scholarship and to support the needs of the U.S. Congress and its constituents. This is a non-paid position, but participants may arrange for academic credit with their home institutions.
