PhD in Empirical Legal Research: Rule of Law & Courts

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM); Netherlands; On-site; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished European university is seeking a PhD researcher in Law, Politics, and Public Choice for a full-time position. This four-year role involves empirical research on critical democratic challenges, particularly focusing on the rule of law and judicial politics. As part of the European Doctorate in Law and Economics programme, the researcher will gain invaluable international experience through mandatory research stays. Applicants should have a keen interest in law and the ability to engage with leading scholars in the field.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in Law, Politics, and Public Choice.
• Empirical research skills are crucial.
• Ability to engage with international scholars.

Responsibilities

• Employ an empirical approach to examine challenges related to the rule of law.
• Study courts' responses to judicial pressure and public trust in judicial institutions.
• Contribute to the European Doctorate in Law and Economics programme.

Job description

A distinguished European university is seeking a PhD researcher in Law, Politics, and Public Choice for a full-time position. This four-year role involves empirical research on critical democratic challenges, particularly focusing on the rule of law and judicial politics. As part of the European Doctorate in Law and Economics programme, the researcher will gain invaluable international experience through mandatory research stays. Applicants should have a keen interest in law and the ability to engage with leading scholars in the field.