Vacancy for Postdoc Human Rights, Transitional Justice and Democratic Institution Building, Utrecht University, The Netherlands

Vacancy: Call for applications


3 years full time Postdoc position on Human Rights, Transitional Justice and Democratic Institution Building


Utrecht University, The Netherlands

Start 1 January 2013



Function
The Netherlands Institute of Human Rights (SIM) at Utrecht University is appointing a Postdoctoral Research Fellow from the field of social sciences, law or related areas full time, for three years, for the project on the Impact of Transitional Justice on Democratic Institution-building in the Faculty of Law, under the supervision of Principal Investigator (PI) Associate Professor Dr. Anja Mihr. It is funded by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO).

The research period will include field trips to different countries around the world. The postdoctoral Research Fellow should start working at the earliest possible date.This appointment is part of a joint project with Professor Chandra Lekha Sriram, School of Law, University of London, who is funded by the British Economic and Social Research Council. The collaborative research project operates under the umbrella of the Open Research Area (ORA) scheme between NWO, ESRC, DFG and ANR.The postdoc-holder will conduct individual and collaborative research under the supervision of the PI, according to grant specifications.

Your tasks:
Conduct literature review under guidance of PI.
Willingness to travel and conduct field research in countries in Africa, Europe, Asia and Latin America.
Write up research work for publication individually and in collaboration with PI.
Participate in workshops and conferences according to grant specifications.
Experience of disseminating information in an accurate and timely manner, and building relationships to facilitate the exchange of information.
Initiative in identifying new sources of information and in building networks.
Experience of resolving new problems where there is a mass of information or diverse, partial and conflicting data with a range of potential suitable options.
Experience of identifying or designing data gathering and analytical methods appropriate for each investigation, and producing reports that identify key issues and findings.

Profile
The applicant should have a strong background in human rights and comparative institutional analysis research. You should have the ability to summarise and interpret complex, conceptual and specialist matters to suit different audiences with varying levels of understanding and ability. Full proficiency in English as the main working language is required. Spanish, French, German or any other language such as Hungarian, Korean, Japanese will be an asset. A high degree of professional judgment and integrity as well as the ability to travel internationally is appreciated.

Offer
You will be based at the Netherlands Institute of Human Rights (SIM) at Utrecht University in The Netherlands for the period of three years.
We offer a temporary employment of 1.0 fte in a stimulating research climate and an enjoyable working environment in the inner-city of Utrecht, the Netherlands.
The salary for a full time appointment is € 3,195.- gross per month. Employment offers good secondary benefits.

About the organisation
Utrecht University is a research University comprising of seven faculties which collectively span the entire academic spectrum in teaching and research. Utrecht University is a modern, leading institute enjoying a growing international reputation. In the Shanghai Ranking, Utrecht University ranks 1st in the Netherlands, 12th in Europe and 53rd worldwide.

With 4000 students and 500 employees the Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance is one of the largest faculties of Utrecht University. It is also one of the oldest and is housed in some 10 historical buildings in the centre of the city of Utrecht. Thanks to a broad range of departments, renowned research institutes and an outstandingly equipped library, the organisation is an active part of society.

The Netherlands Institute of Human Rights (SIM) is a research institute of the School of Law. With its research program on human Rights in a World of Conflict and Diversity, SIM participates in the research programme Focus and Mass in the focus area Conflicts and Human Rights.

How to apply
If you wish to apply, please click the button at the end of this vacancy and attach your CV, letter of motivation, 2 references, copy of published samples (journal articles, book chapter etc) and a scan of the PhD diploma.


Apply before

1 October 2012  through the University of Utrecht database;

http://www.uu.nl/NL/Informatie/sollicitanten/Pages/vacatures.aspx#.UCzzpKJBMGM.email

Additional information
For more inquiries about the project and vacancy you can contact
Dr. Anja Mihr | Associate Professor |Netherlands Institute of Human Rights (SIM) | Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance| Utrecht University | Drift 15, 3512 BR Utrecht, The Netherlands | Tel +31 (0)30 253 8405| Fax +31 (0)30 253 7168| A.Mihr@uu.nl<mailto:A.Mihr@uu.nl>| www.anjamihr.com<file:///C:/Documents%20and%20Settings/Mihr0101/Application%20Data/Microsoft/Signatures/www.anjamihr.com>