Job Description:
The successful candidate will conduct literature review, doctrinal and documentary research and fulfil related administrative duties as required. The idea of international constitutionalism attempts to place some constraints on the power exercised by States. Human rights form today a core of any Western constitutional order. However, the role of international human rights within international constitutionalism is articulated only rudimentary. The project aims at filling this gap by analysing current discourses on international constitutionalism and human rights in literature and jurisprudence of the International Court of Justice through an interdisciplinary and critical lens. Methodological tool developed in history, philosophy and sociology will be used.
Qualifications:
Candidates shall hold a PhD in a relevant field. A strong background in general public international law and human rights is essential. Knowledge of constitutional law of any country, especially from the point of view of constitutional rights protection is highly desirable. Candidates should have excellent communication and organisational skills; be highly motivated; and have strong documentation, oral and interpersonal skills.
Start Date: Position is available from March 2014
More Information: Postdoctoral Researcher (Part Time), Human Rights