PhD researcher in Data Protection and Cybersecurity Law

Tilburg University, Netherlands

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Job Type: Temporary
Deadline: 04 Jul 2022

Tilburg University is among the top employers in the Netherlands and has excellent terms of employment.

This is a position for 0.8 - 1.0 FTE (32 - 40 hours per week) of full working time. 

The salary amounts to a minimum of gross € 2,443 and a maximum of € 3,122 gross per month for full-time employment, based on UFO profile ‘ Promovendus’ (PhD student) and salary scale P of the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities . Tilburg University uses a neutral remuneration system for salary scaling that is based on relevant education and work experience.

This is a vacancy for a temporary position in accordance with Article 2.3 paragraph 5 of the CLA for Dutch universities. You will be given a temporary employment contract for the duration of 16 months. Upon proven suitability and continuation in the same position, you will receive a subsequent employment contract after this period that can be extended to a maximum duration of 32 months 

You are entitled to a vacation allowance of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3% of your gross annual income. If you work 40 hours per week, you will receive 41 paid days of leave per year.

Tilburg University offers excellent employment conditions with attention to flexibility and (personal) development and has excellent fringe benefits (one of the best non-profit employers in the Netherlands), such as an Options Model for employment conditions and an excellent reimbursement of moving expenses.

We make clear agreements on career paths and offer all kinds of facilities and arrangements to maintain an optimal balance between work and private life. You can also follow numerous training courses, for example, in the areas of leadership skills, personal effectiveness, and career development. 

All employees of the university are covered by the so-called General Pension Fund for Public Employers (Stichting Pensioenfonds ABP). Researchers from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a tax-free allowance of 30% of their taxable salary. The university applies for this allowance on their behalf. The university offers attractive fringe benefits (one of the best non-profit employers in the Netherlands),

Tilburg University values an open and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity and encourage the mutual integration of groups of employees and students. We focus on creating equal opportunities for all our employees and students so that everyone feels at home in our university community.

Tilburg University has a lively campus in beautiful green surroundings that is easily accessible by public transport. We are committed to a sustainable society and challenge you to make an active contribution.

Please visit working at Tilburg University  for more information on our terms of employment. 


Please attach the following documents to the application:

  • cover letter
  • CV
  • a recent example of your written work (e.g. master thesis)
  • a PhD research proposal of max. 1000 words, including problem statement, research question and sub-questions, methodology and indicative bibliography (bibliography not counting in the 1000 words limit)
  • a copy of your grades (transcripts)
  • contact information for at least two referees (including name, phone number, and e-mail address). We only approach referees for candidates who go to the second selection round. 

    • The first selection interviews will take place on July 11, 2022, and second interviews on July 19, 2022. The selection committee consists of: 

  • Prof. dr. Eleni Kosta, Professor of Technology Law and Human Rights
  • Dr. Inge Graef, Associate Professor Law, Data & Innovation
  • Dr. Bart van der Sloot, Associate Professor Digital Privacy

    • Ideally, you will start working for Tilburg University on September 1, 2022. 


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