Research Fellow (International Law)

Job Description

The Centre for International Law is soliciting applications for a one-year appointment as Research Fellow in International Law. Applications are open to prospective candidates in all areas of international law but of special interest are applicants who are interested in the Asia-Pacific region; technology and digital economy; sustainable development; cybersecurity; international economic law; and international dispute resolution. We encourage interdisciplinary approaches, such as (1) human rights and technology/ artificial intelligence/ global health/ international humanitarian law/ environment; (2) trade and climate change/ technology; (3) sustainable development and economic law; and (4) cybersecurity/ IHL/ international criminal law.

The duties of the incumbent will include:

1.     Developing and carrying out the research project as outlined in the application;

2.     Actively taking part in workshops, presentations, commenting on colleagues ' work and the like;

3.     Presenting his/her research at academic conferences at NUS and elsewhere;

3.     Publishing 1-2 journal papers in well-recognised peer reviewed outlets.

All research staff in CIL have access to professional development opportunities (e.g., events, seminars, and training programmes) within NUS. They will also have opportunities to attend regional and international conferences, workshops, and symposiums as well as other scholarly opportunities.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in a field of International Law within the past 2 years. PhD candidates are also welcome to apply;

• Desmontrated potential for excellence in research;

• Proven records of conducting independent research on topics related to International Law

• Experience with publication of journal articles or book chapters on international law is desirable;

• Fluent language skills in English is required. Additional languages a plus.

Application Procedures

Application should be submitted online with the following documents via the NUS career portal :

• A copy of the doctoral dissertation as well as Doctoral certification
• Personal Statement (500-600 words) to outline the reasons for applying for the position, the career goals of the applicant and any other relevant data which the applicant thinks may be relevant in considering the application.
• Full Curriculum Vitae containing complete and detailed information on academic institutions, honours, awards, publications and professional experience (current and previous, including dates of employment and job descriptions).
• Research Proposal (10 pages max.) outlining, inter alia, the research question(s), the projected methodology of answering such, and the projected contribution to the field and the expected deliverables (e.g. book, articles).The title of the proposal should clearly indicate the nature of the research project and the proposal should include an executive summary of the proposal of no more than 600 words. 
• Letters of Recommendation: The application must be supported by two written references from academic referees. Applicants should arrange for the references to be sent to huong.tam@nus.edu.sg

More Information

Location: Bukit Timah Campus

Organization: Centre for International Law

Department : Centre for International Law

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 26332