PhD-position: Legal-Philosophical Research about the Tourist and Migration Law

• a law degree, or demonstrated experience with legal doctrinal analysis;
• a keen interest in migration and mobility, legal argumentation and concepts;
• a demonstrated high degree of self-discipline;
• excellent analytical skills
• experience with academic writing; and
• experience or affinity with interdisciplinary research, particularly legal/political philosophy and empirical legal studies;

As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takes many forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset.

We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements.

A challenging position in a socially engaged organisation. At VU Amsterdam, you contribute to education, research and service for a better world. And that is valuable. So in return for your efforts, we offer you:

• a salary of € 2.770,00 (PhD) and maximum € 3.539,00 (PhD) gross per month in the fourth year, for a full-time employment
• an employment contract of initially . If there is sufficient perspective, this will be extended to a total of 4 years. Your dissertation at the end of the fourth year forms the end of your employment contract.

We also offer you attractive fringe benefits and arrangements. Some examples:

• A full-time 38-hour working week comes with a holiday leave entitlement of 232 hours per year. If you choose to work 40 hours, you have 96 extra holiday leave hours on an annual basis. For part-timers, this is calculated pro rata.
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
• optional model for designing a personalized benefits package
• space for personal development
• contribution to commuting expenses

Are you interested in this position? Please apply and submit the following documents:

• curriculum vitae;
• cover letter explaining why you would like to do this PhD;
• transcripts of grades of master degree;
• writing sample.

Applications should be submitted before May 13, 2024. Job interviews are planned for 16 May 2024, the PhD-candidate must be available to start with the research no later than July 1st, 2024.

Applications received by e-mail will not be considered.

Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.