The University of Luxembourg is a multilingual, international research University.

The University of Luxembourg invites applications for its Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History (C2DH)

Doctoral candidate (PhD student) in Contemporary History

Ref:I3-50010474
14 months fixed-term contract, renewable up to 3 years,
Full-time position (40h/week)
Student and employee status (36 months studies programme)

Area: (Contemporary History and History of Human Rights)

Your Role:
Prepare a doctoral thesis in Contemporary History with a focus on the history of Human Rights;
Assist Prof. Priem in her teaching activities (one to three hours per week);
Support Prof. Priem to develop and submit project proposals in the framework of FNR and other funding schemes;
Engage with presentations at international conferences and publish papers in international peer-reviewed journals;
Engage in academic activities and public history events (Forum Z) of the C2DH.

Contact for further information:
Karin Priem: +352 466 644 9741 at the University of Luxembourg

Your Profile:
Master Degree or equivalent in Contemporary History;
Enthusiasm for academic research and excellent writing skills;
Outstanding team spirit and communication skills;
Language skills: English, French and German.

We offer
The PhD candidate will be integrated into the research infrastructure of the Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History;
She or he will profit from an international atmosphere and the innovative academic spirit of the C2DH.

Further Information:
Interested candidates are invited to send their complete application including CV and copies of diploma ON LINE by 14 September 2018: http://emea3.mrted.ly/1vw9a.

Early submission is encouraged; applications will be processed upon arrival.

The University is an equal opportunity employer.