Research Assistant (Ocean Law and Policy)

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The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore.

Job Description

CIL is seeking applications for a Research Assistant for a period of one year (with the option to renew for an additional year) from candidates with a Bachelors in Law (LLB) and a demonstrable interest in oceans law and policy. The position is expected to start in July 2025 but the start date is flexible.

The Research Assistant Programme at CIL is funded by the Maritime Port Authority (MPA)-CIL Oceans Governance Research Programme and provides an exciting opportunity to engage with other oceans law and policy scholars and experts in the CIL Oceans Law and Policy Team in a dynamic and supportive research environment. The Research Assistant will do research on cutting-edge issues of ocean law and policy that are at the forefront of global and regional ocean policy current affairs (such as the development of maritime autonomous surface ships or governance issues raised by climate change and oceans) under the supervision of one or more senior members of the CIL Ocean Law and Policy team. The Research Assistant will also be expected to assist in the preparation of conferences, workshops, and training courses organized by the CIL, with the added benefit of being able to attend such courses. Candidates should have some experience in working in a team but should also be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

This Research Assistant position is for those who are interested in exploring the prospect of pursuing a career in oceans law and policy or international regulation of shipping. The position may include a short attachment with the Maritime Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). A good testimonial on the work done at CIL will be relevant experience for an application to join the Legal Service, in particular, for a posting to the International Affairs Division of the Attorney-General's Chambers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws;
• Demonstrable interest in public international law and/or law of the sea and/or international regulation of shipping and/or maritime law;
• Good knowledge of English.

Application Procedure

Applications open on 16 April 2025 and close on 5 May 2025. Interested applicants are invited to apply online via the NUS Career Portal with the following documents:

• covering letter detailing their experience, why they want to work at CIL and any particular research interests;
• a detailed curriculum vitae (no more than 3 pages) setting out their educational and work history;
• 2 samples of written work;
• Names and contact details of 2 referees.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews and a short written test. Please email huong.tam@nus.edu.sg with any queries.

More Information

Location: Bukit Timah Campus
Organization: Centre for International Law
Department: Centre for International Law
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID: 28577