University Counsel

For Best Consideration Date: October 7, 2026. Travel: Not required.

About the role

Come join the staff at OU Health Campus in Oklahoma City and become a part of Oklahoma's research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are looking for an Attorney to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing contracts routed through the Office of Research Administration for legal risk and compliance
• Assisting with the review of all contracts for departments related to purchases, academic rotations, and professional services
• Assisting departments and colleges requiring legal services and advising on faculty grievances/appeals and student grievances/appeals
• Researching and analyzing applicable law and/or policy and prepares summaries of legal research and risk memorandums
• Performing various other duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an American Bar Association (ABA) law school
• Experience with litigation in state or federal court
• Experience in discovery and motion practice
• License to practice law in Oklahoma and be in good standing
• Admission to United States District Courts for the Western and Northern Districts of Oklahoma or able to be admitted in each within 30 days
• Admission or eligible for admission in the Eastern District of Oklahoma and the 10th Circuit of Appeals within six (6) months of hire
• Department preferences: 2‑5 years' experience in litigation, state government, and/or employment law

Hiring contingent upon a background check: Yes.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Pay

Targeted annual salary of $85,000, depending on education and experience.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.