Research Assistant Post Doc:State Silence Project

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UCL is one of the UK’s leading universities, a world-class multidisciplinary research and teaching institution, whose staff and former students have included 29 Nobel Prize winners. Founded in 1826, UCL was the first university in England to admit students regardless of race, religion or gender.

About the role

Applicants are invited to apply for a Research Assistant position as part of an exciting new research project on ‘The Silence of States in International Law’ (‘State Silence’): www.statesilence.org . The project, led by the Principal Investigator, Dr. Danae Azaria, Associate Professor at UCL Faculty of Laws, is funded for 5 years by the prestigious Starting Grant of the European Research Council (ERC), and is hosted at the Faculty of Laws, UCL.

This post is funded for 12 months (in the first instance) and is available from 1 April 2024 (or immediately after).During this 12 months position, you will provide assistance to the Principal Investigator in her research about State silence as acceptance in relation to the sources of international law and international responsibility (Work Packages 2-3, see www.statesilence.org ).

This position presents a unique opportunity to participate in outstanding research in a project with global outreach in general public international law as part of a dynamic and thriving research team, and to acquire invaluable research experience. Grade: 6 £37,332inc London allowance per annum. Please note if the successful candidate holds a PHD in International Law we will only be able to offer a maximum of £42,099 inc London allowance per annum. Please note the role will be 100% working on site, with a possibility of Hybrid (20% - 80% on site) upon negotiation with PI.

About you

Proven research experience in public international law is essential for this position. You must also have a strong degree in law, and a postgraduate degree in international law. Those with previous experience in research in the sources of international law and State responsibility are strongly encouraged to apply. But, those with experience in specific fields of international law are encouraged to apply. Please include in ONE document (1) your Cover Letter explaining, by using examples how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification, and (2) your CV. As part of your application, you are also required to submit a sample of written research work (published or unpublished; and in whatever format), which in your opinion demonstrates that you are the most suitable candidate. The sample should not exceed 10,000 words. Please upload your written sample on the online recruitment system, as a second document. If you get shortlisted, your two referees will be requested to submit their references prior to your interview. It is your responsibility to ensure that your referees submit references prior to your interview. If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact: [email protected]  .