International and European Law - PhD position (100%) - corporate and contract law WPs of ERC Advanced Grant CONJURERS
Join a dynamic research team to explore corporate law and human rights.
Best for:Best for law graduates interested in corporate governance and human rights litigation.
Overview
This PhD position at KU Leuven focuses on the intersection of corporate law and international human rights, as part of the ERC Advanced Grant project CONJURERS. The successful candidate will investigate how corporations exploit legal loopholes to evade liability for toxic assets. The role involves conducting in-depth research, publishing findings, and engaging with the academic community. Applicants are expected to have a strong academic background in law and proficiency in English.
What you'll do
- Complete and publicly defend a PhD dissertation in law.
- Publish research findings in academic journals and other platforms.
- Engage in outreach activities, including podcasts and blogs.
- Participate in public speaking and academic networking events.
- Contribute to team efforts while maintaining individual research focus.
- Supervise and teach graduate students in relevant legal areas.
Requirements
Degree required: LL.B. and Master of Laws (LL.M.)
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency required
Instruction: English
Publications: Publication of research insights in academic venues is expected.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Demonstrated interest in corporate law and human rights
- Research experience in law or relevant practice experience
- Candidates must hold an LL.B. and LL.M. degree
- Candidates with only an LL.B. may apply if they have relevant research or practice experience
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-25 (Europe/Brussels)
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the provided link. For more information, contact the supervisor via email.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Proof of English proficiency
- Research proposal
Contact
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