Policy research jobs in New York, New York (NY) State

We are seeking a competent and motivated legal intern to join our team. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of legal projects, gain valuable hands-on experience, and contribute to meaningful work. This position is only available to students enrolled at U.S. law schools who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Key Qualifications: - Excellent research skills, including the ability to conduct internet and legal database research. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. - Attention to detail, excellent organizing, and time-management skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. - The initiative to see projects through to completion. Responsibilities: - Drafting memoranda, affidavits, and briefs. - Conducting legal and policy research. - Assisting with case preparation and document management. - Participating in client meetings and legal team discussions. - Assisting in trial preparation, including gathering evidence and organizing exhibits. - Reviewing and summarizing legal documents. - Providing support to attorneys with administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings and maintaining files. - Contributing to the development of legal strategies and recommendations. Benefits: - Internship Duration: Full-time internships for 10 consecutive weeks and part-time internships for 12 weeks. - Stipend: A stipend is available for students who do not receive course credit and are lawfully authorized to work. If you are an ambitious law student looking to gain practical experience in a dynamic legal environment, we encourage you to apply. This internship will provide you with invaluable skills and insights, working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to your growth and development.

Full Time $72,000-$90,000.00 Annual bonuses are based upon performance and productivity. Job Summary IG Phillips Global & Associates are shaping the future of the cannabis industry, the fastest-growing jobs sector in New York and the United States. The Director of Processing will be responsible for leading the Processing Division in our microbusiness operations in our upstate New York highly secured farm. The role will ensure facility and authorized division employees are compliant with New York local and state laws, as well as company policies and procedures. This role will oversee all processing activities on the farm, which will include all activities related to the post-harvest production of cannabis flower through primary packaging, as well as secondary packaging for both cannabis flower and infused products. The Director will lead and develop the team responsible for the processing and packaging duties in order to increase efficiency and maximize throughput while maintaining quality standards. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Exercise authority and direction concerning operational issues and budget decisions; participate in developing and implementing rules, regulations, department policies, and procedures Documentation and continued development of internal processes Continuous improvement in efficiencies, processes and procedures Manage and coordinate Post Harvest, Cure, Processing and Packaging operations at the facility including: daily activities, supply requests, equipment requirements, training/ development, schedules, personnel and quality assurance. Inventory oversight, management, and organization. Ensure product quality; making sure product quality is maintained while being processed, cured, and packaged. Ensure and oversee tracking logs of all harvested, processed and packaged products. Understand and perform proper curing and drying methods; understanding, maintaining and executing knowledge of correct levels of humidity and temperature ranges during various stages of production. Ability to research, evaluate and adapt to new methods, compliance updates, and techniques for operational improvement. Create, improve, implement, and ensure quality standards and procedures for processing and packaging operations Implement procedures and systems to increase efficiency, decrease costs, and effectively meet production goals and quality standards Manage and utilize Processing and Packaging labor force to effectively meet production goals and quality standards Provide coaching and direction concerning operational and personnel issues in the processing department Ensure product quality from each specific facility; making sure it is maintained while processed, cured, and packaged Monitor employee progress; coach, train and develop employees in the accomplishment of their duties and goals through personal and professional growth Create, implement, and continually review systems for operational efficiency, noting problems and/or redundancies and recommending solutions to better streamline operational efficiency and quality Create and manage approved budgets in relation to processing and automation at the facility Assure compliance requirements are met or exceeded through operational and physical support at their facility. Support regulatory compliance activities including authoring and review of study reports, and SOPs Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, personnel law, safety regulations, local municipal codes, and organizational rules, regulations, directives and standard operating procedures. Be able to update, manage, and articulate production performance using commercial and production planning tools. Oversee department Performance Indicators (PIs), Key Performance Indicators, and Monthly production goals. Manage department operating and labor costs. Develop, implement, and manage production forecasting and scheduling tools. Responsible for updating all financial, administrative, and production trackers with process department data on a daily basis. Oversee all automated seed to sale biomass and finished good transactions, transfers, and inventory adjustments. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Management or any related field required; MBA preferred 5+ years of management experience in field-based project management for a company with multi-site presence Requires 50-75% of travel Strong knowledge and experience of post-harvest processing of agricultural/plant material on a commercial scale Business acumen with broad understanding of the business model, science, facilities, engineering, process development, supply chain, quality, compliance, regulatory, and information technology expectations for cell therapy. Experience in strategic planning, risk management, and change management Quick learner – grasps essence quickly and uses information learned to apply elsewhere Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills, knows how to work well with diverse and dynamic teams across multiple functions, e.g., operations, sales, legal, marketing, HR, technology Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; can handle multiple high priority projects simultaneously Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences, including their direct supervisor, upper management, and law enforcement EMPLOYEE BENEFITS We offer benefit packages that may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. EEO Statement IG Phillips Global & Associates Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances of New York.

Full job description Allyn & Fortuna LLP Law Office Administrative Assistant (Part-time) New York, NY (On Site) Allyn & Fortuna (A&F) is a small collegial law firm located in midtown New York City. Founded in 1990, clients include Fortune 500 companies, regional and closely held businesses. Our practice includes commercial litigation, employment law, administrative law and real estate. ROLE DESCRIPTION We are seeking a dependable, detail oriented, collaborative Administrative Assistant with a learning mindset. The position offers a great work environment and variety of work in a legal environment. The Assistant works closely with the full A&F team. Responsibilities include clerical tasks, answering phones and transferring calls, processing outgoing and incoming mail, greeting visitors and clients, data entry, maintaining physical and digital files, scanning documents, maintaining inventory of office supplies, assisting attorneys in their day-to-day work, assisting with marketing projects for the firm, and various other duties. The position is part-time (weekdays approximately 1:30 pm-5:30 pm) and in person. To foster a collaborative work environment, accelerate skill development, and serve clients most effectively, A&F maintains an in-person office policy, with flexibility as needed for personal responsibilities. Allyn & Fortuna is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to reflecting the city in which we work and encourage members of traditionally underrepresented populations to apply. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Specific duties include but are not limited to: · Answering multi-line phone system, obtaining accurate identification of callers before transferring calls, and taking detailed phone messages. · Greeting clients and visitors. · Word processing. · General administrative duties, including complex clerical and administrative work, data entry, filing, scanning, photocopying, correspondence, compiling of legal documents and exhibits and Bates-stamping. · Processing incoming and outgoing mail. · Maintaining inventory of office supplies. · Online research and special projects. · Working with attorneys to assist in finalizing court filings, including using court electronic filing systems. · Assisting in marketing tasks. · Coordinating meetings. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Collaborative and adaptive mindset. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe. Comfortable working in an in-person environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities/projects, and meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with staff at all organizational levels and to interact professionally with colleagues and clients in person, via telephone, and through email communication. Team player with professional demeanor and positive attitude. HOW TO APPLY · The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 (commensurate with applicant’s qualifications and relevant experience). Allyn & Fortuna is an equal opportunity employer. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 per week Schedule: 4 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends Travel requirement: No travel Work Location: In person

Overview The New Media and Digital Design (NMDD) program at Fordham University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty to teach two sections of a Creative Coding course using p5.js in the Fall 2024 semester. The Fall 2024 semester at Fordham University begins on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, and the two sections meet at the following times: - Section 1: Mondays 2:30PM - 05:15PM - Section 2: Mondays 6:00PM - 08:45PM Teaching takes place in person at the university’s Lincoln Center (Manhattan) campus. A pre-existing syllabus is available for use by instructors. The existing syllabus (open to change) focuses almost entirely on the use of p5.js to learn basic coding concepts such as variables, loops, graphics, analyzing sound data, u5, using ml5, etc. In addition to this class time, instructors are required to hold regular weekly office hours (which can be held remotely). Class enrollment sizes typically range from 15-35 students. Part-time faculty at Fordham University are represented by Fordham Faculty United, part of the SEIU Union. A collective bargaining agreement between FFU and Fordham University is in place and can be viewed here. Working at Fordham Fordham University offers a competitive rate of pay and adjunct instructors are invited to join the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which represents non tenure-track faculty at the university. Full details of pay schedule, benefits and policies can be found at https://www.fordham.edu/info/28368/info_for_adjunct_faculty About Fordham University Fordham University, The Jesuit University of New York, offers its students a highly dedicated faculty, a heady intellectual atmosphere, emphasis on ethics and social justice, and respect for all individuals, religions, cultures, and creeds. Fordham students spend over one million hours per year engaged in community service. With over 15,500 students, Fordham's Carnegie classification is Research University (High Research Activity)—one of just 99 universities in America to receive this designation. In 2019, U.S. News & World Report ranked Fordham's undergraduate program 70th in the nation among all universities and 49th in the nation among private universities, placing it among the Tier 1 national universities. The 2019 Princeton Review ranks Fordham’s student newspapers and campus radio station among the best in the nation. Fordham also scores highly on many other lists of the world’s top universities. Qualifications Qualified applicants will have a terminal degree or equivalent professional/academic/creative experience. We also typically require that instructors join us with a minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience in higher education. In addition, we are seeking candidates who possess: - Proven working knowledge of p5.js, JavaScript, HTML/CSS - Ability to propose and (re)design courses in an effort to support their program in advancing its curricular goals - Interest in teaching additional courses in their field for the New Media and Digital Design program at Fordham a plus - Experience using/teaching ml5 (e.g., PoseNet, Handpose) a plus Application Instructions The New Media and Digital Design program at Fordham University has moved to using Interfolio to support its hiring requirements. Please note that as of September 2023, we only accept inquiries and applications to teach via this platform. If you are interested in teaching in our department, please use Interfolio to submit an application. The application process involves the submission of the following documents: 1. Current C.V. 2. List of courses currently / previously taught (including institution and semester/year) 3. A short cover letter with an addendum which contains: (i) A brief explanation of their teaching philosophy, and (ii) A link to examples of “creative coding” work (pref if uses p5). Applications will begin to be looked at on April 20th. Job will remain open until position is filled. Selected candidates will be invited for a short interview in May/June.