Student Assistant

The research project 'Rethinking the Outer Limits of Secondary Liability for International Crimes and Serious Human Rights Violations ' has an immediate vacancy for a (second) student assistant in Criminal Law.

What are you going to do

For the support of the project you will be deployed at:

• the Expert Group on Secondary Liability;
• the research meetings;
• maintaining the website.

What do we require

Our ideal candidate has the following profile and experience:

• affinity with human rights and international criminal law;
• excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in Dutch and English;
• is available one day per week for the period of at least one year; preferably two years.

Our offer

We offer a temporary part time contract (0.2 fte) for the period of een year. Preferred starting date is 1 October 2021. 

The gross monthly salary based on full-time employment (38 hours per week) ranges from €2,310 up to a maximum of €2,502. This is exclusive 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% end-of-year bonus. The starting salary will be based on qualifications, expertise and relevant experience. The profile student-assistant is applicable in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities . The UvA offers excellent possibilities for further professional development and education.

What else do we offer:

• A position in which initiative and input are highly valued;
• An enthusiastic and warm team that is open to new colleagues;
• An inspiring academic and international working environment in the heart of Amsterdam.

Over ons

The Amsterdam Law School  prides itself on its international orientation and strong social commitment. This is reflected by both its research and educational activities. The Amsterdam Law School offers three Bachelor’s programs, including the interdisciplinary English-language Bachelor Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics (PPLE) in cooperation with two other faculties, as well as a variety of Master's programs, several of which are taught exclusively in English (i.e. International and European Law, European Private Law, International Criminal Law, and Law & Finance). The Amsterdam Law School prepares students for a wide variety of legal careers including law firms, government, business and industry, the national and international judiciary, public service, human rights advocacy, and academia. With 5000 students and over 500 staff members, it is one of the largest law faculties in the Netherlands.

To work at the University of Amsterdam is to work in a discerning, independent, creative, innovative and international climate characterized by an open atmosphere and a genuine engagement with the city of Amsterdam and society.

Questions

Do you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:

• prof.dr.mr. G.K. (Göran) Sluiter
• T: +31 (0)20 525 3315

Job application

The UvA is an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritise diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We value a spirit of enquiry and perseverance, provide the space to keep asking questions, and promote a culture of curiosity and creativity.

Do you recognize yourself in the job profile? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 16 September 2021. You may apply online by using the link below.

Applications in .pdf should include:

• a curriculum vitae;
• a letter of motivation.

We will invite potential candidates for interviews within one week after the closing date.

No agencies please

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