Institute of Labour Law – PhD scholarship holder (100%)

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Institute of Labour Law – PhD scholarship holder (100%)

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• You will conduct scientific research in a new research project: “Occupational safety and health standards in high performance sport: legal and ethical considerations for a sustainable sport model”.
• You will do your research under the guidance and supervision of your supervisor, co-supervisor and a coordinating postdoctoral researcher.
• In addition, you will provide teaching support and guidance within the limits of research funding.
• You will be engaged in operations of the Labour Law Institute, including the academic services and team activities of the Labour Law Institute, such as study days and publications.
• You will work as a team with the other members of the Labour Law Institute.

• You hold both a Bacherlor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Law.
• You have excellent study results and you obtained the Master’s degree in Law with distinction.
• You have continued to distinguish yourself during your studies. A good master’s thesis is a plus in this regard.
• You have a very good active knowledge of Dutch and English.
• You have at least a good passive knowledge of French.
• You have a demonstrable interest in or affinity with labour and sports law.
• You have good computer skills.
• You have skills to critically analyse and report theoretical texts and legal research.
• You have a smooth personality, good communication skills and a fluent writing style.
• You can work independently as well as in and with the existing team, you can be of service and show enough initiative.
• You are able to successfully complete a scientific investigation under supervision.
• You are motivated and show willingness and ability to develop the conducted research into a PhD.

• Full-time, fixed-term appointment as a doctoral scholarship holder (one year, renewable, up to four years total, the duration of the doctoral project), with an attractive scholarship.
• Start date is 1 October 2025.
• You will join a close-knit team, led by Prof. Frank Hendrickx.
• We stand for quality teaching and high quality legal research, with attention to its social relevance and with openness to other disciplines.
• We let you explore the field of labour and sports law, through frequent contacts with practitioners and policy actors.
• We offer a stimulating and enjoyable environment, with the upmost respect for academic freedom, engagement, critical thinking skills and personal development.

For more information please contact Prof. Dr. Frank Hendrickx, tel.: +32 16 32 51 66, mail: .
In case of problems with the online application, please contact .Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Juridical sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalentLanguages DUTCH Level ExcellentLanguages ENGLISH Level GoodLanguages FRENCH Level BasicResearch Field Juridical sciences » Judicial law Years of Research Experience NoneAdditional InformationBenefits

• Full-time, fixed-term appointment as a doctoral scholarship holder (one year, renewable, up to four years total, the duration of the doctoral project), with an attractive scholarship.
• Start date is 1 October 2025.
• You will join a close-knit team, led by Prof. Frank Hendrickx.
• We stand for quality teaching and high quality legal research, with attention to its social relevance and with openness to other disciplines.
• We let you explore the field of labour and sports law, through frequent contacts with practitioners and policy actors.
• We offer a stimulating and enjoyable environment, with the upmost respect for academic freedom, engagement, critical thinking skills and personal development.

Eligibility criteria

• You hold both a Bacherlor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Law.
• You have excellent study results and you obtained the Master’s degree in Law with distinction.
• You have continued to distinguish yourself during your studies. A good master’s thesis is a plus in this regard.
• You have a very good active knowledge of Dutch and English.
• You have at least a good passive knowledge of French.
• You have a demonstrable interest in or affinity with labour and sports law.
• You have good computer skills.
• You have skills to critically analyse and report theoretical texts and legal research.
• You have a smooth personality, good communication skills and a fluent writing style.
• You can work independently as well as in and with the existing team, you can be of service and show enough initiative.
• You are able to successfully complete a scientific investigation under supervision.
• You are motivated and show willingness and ability to develop the conducted research into a PhD.

Selection processFor more information please contact Prof. Dr. Frank Hendrickx, tel.: +32 16 32 51 66, mail: .
In case of problems with the online application, please contact .Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute KU LEUVEN Country Belgium City Leuven GeofieldContact CityLeuvenSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Location

Leuven, Vlaams Brabant

Job date

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 03:07:49 GMT

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