Two PhD Researchers at Institute for European Studies (IES)
The Institute for European Studies (IES) at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) calls for two positions of full-time doctoral researchers for two new research projects in the areas of European Foreign and Security Policy and Information Society as they relate to European Studies.
- The successful candidates will have an MA degree with good study results. They will be fluent in English and have a thorough knowledge of European policy and/or law. They will be selected on the basis of the quality of the project proposal and on the basis of their expertise and qualifications.
- Candidates will need to fill in
and send the forms that are available from this website (either in
MSWord format, or in PDF format) and send a full CV, a list of
publications, a detailed outline (max. 10 pages!) describing the
research project, at least one letter of reference and a copy of their
most recent diploma.
- The IES requires that at least one (co)promoter of the project be from the VUB. The IES may assist successful candidates in finding a suitable (co-)promoter at the VUB. Co-promotership from other Belgian or foreign universities is encouraged. Successful candidates are expected to base themselves in Brussels and work at the IES.
- The deadline for applications is: 15 June 2008 (for posts to be taken up as of 1 October or as early as possible thereafter).
- The successful candidates will receive a research grant for one year (extendable to 4 years). Prolongation of the contract is subject to the agreement of the doctoral committee. Remuneration is at the level of a full time research assistant at a Flemish university (i.e. approx. € 1.500,00 net per month) and includes contributions for social security / insurance. Secondary employment is not allowed.
- Application
forms need to be addressed to the Academic Director of the Institute
for European Studies (address below) before 15 June.
For the postdoctoral research position:
- The successful candidate will have an advanced university degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in law or in another relevant discipline such as political science or sociology (preferably with relevant legal experience/expertise);
- The incumbent will need to have a proven research experience and publications related to the field of migration, diversity and human rights;
- Candidates will have to be able to work harmoniously in a multicultural environment;
- Fluency in English is required; a working knowledge of other European languages is desirable;
- Experience with university-level research and programme development; with international organisations, scientific and research/training institutions; and in fund-raising for research will be considered strong assets.
- Applications including (1) a note on a potential project which the candidate would like to undertake (max. 10 pages), (2) a detailed Curriculum Vitae, (3) a list of publications and (4) two letters of references should be sent to the Academic Director of the IES (address below)
- Click here for the full vacancy note.
Institute for European Studies, Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Academic Director
Pleinlaan 2, B-1050 Brussel (Belgium)
Fax: +32 2 629 1809
Email:
ies@vub.ac.be
