• Design the scope of the postdoctoral research project, and fine-tune the theoretical framework, research questions and methodology together with the whole research team;
• Engage autonomously in the collection and interpretation of data (e.g. document analysis and interviews);
• Present intermediate research results in internal discussions and at workshops and conferences;
• Contribute to project activities, such as organizing academic events and outreach; and communication of research results to activists, relevant communities of practitioners and policy makers; and
• Optionally, and in mutual agreement with the project leader and in line with the teaching needs of the International and European Public Law Department, have teaching responsibilities.

• (or are about to obtain very soon) a PhD in a field of law relevant to the project (candidates from social science disciplines may be considered provided they focus on law and have a demonstrable knowledge of and experience in international human rights law);
• an  interest in conducting multi-method research on a topic related to the broader theme of the project, namely the effectiveness of regional human rights regimes;
• a commitment to work independently and as part of the team to produce outputs that are publishable in leading English-language international peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes;

• demonstrable knowledge and insights about the political and legal context in Latin America and the inter-American human rights regime. Prior experience regarding the latter would be of advantage;
• experience with conducting academic research and writing in English;
• very good knowledge of Spanish, in order to read documents and conduct interviews; and
• the ability to set and attain your (own) goals and work independently.

We offer a temporary employment contract for 30.4 hours a week. The contract duration is for up to two years with a probationary period of 2 months. Depending on the level of relevant prior experience of the candidate there may be an evaluation for extension beyond the first year;

The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between € 3,546 to € 5,538 .This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% year-end allowance. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.