Postdoc Position: Leiden University: The Faculty of Humanities, Institute for History at Leiden University is seeking a highly motivated individual for a Postdoc Position in the ERC – Starting Grant Research Project: Challenging the Liberal World Order from Within. The project, titled The Invisible History of the United Nations and the Global South, 1945-1981 (INVISIHIST), aims to uncover the hidden narratives of the UN, emphasizing the role of Global South actors. This 11-month position involves extensive research on decolonization, economic sovereignty, and human rights within the UN framework.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: The United Nations beyond the West
Location: Leiden, The Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree, preferably in the history of international relations, decolonization, and/or the United Nations.
- One or more relevant publications (journal articles, book chapters).
- Broad familiarity with the field of international history.
- Fluency in English; teaching experience preferable.
- Excellent writing skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proven ability to work in an international and highly competitive environment.
Job Description:
Postdoc Position: The United Nations beyond the West (0,8FTE)
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Conducting research on the history of the United Nations, focusing on decolonization, economic sovereignty, and human rights.
- Writing a peer-reviewed article for publication in non-Anglophone literature on the UN.
- Managing the production of a podcast related to the project.
- Co-organizing workshops/conferences envisioned within the project.
- Contributing actively to the project, including serving as a peer reviewer, running the project website, and assisting the PI.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents in English:
- Cover letter.
- Statement of purpose.
- Curriculum vitae with a list of publications.
- Copy of PhD thesis or publication.
- Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS 7.0 or equivalent).
- List of (maximum) two referees for the application.
Applications should be submitted no later than 11 December 2023 via the blue button in our application system. Please quote the vacancy number (14291) in your application. All requested documents should be sent in PDF format. Interviews will take place online in December 2023. The intended start date is 1 March 2024.
Last Date for Apply: 11 December 2023
Tables:
| Terms and Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Position | Postdoc Researcher |
| FTE | 0.8 |
| Contract Duration | Until 1 February 2025 |
| Monthly Salary (gross) | €3,226 (scale 10) to €4,494 (scale 11, step 1) |
| Benefits | Holiday premium, end-of-year premium |
| Diversity | Strong commitment to diversity |
| Research Project (INVISIHIST) Overview | |
|---|---|
| Project Aim | Uncover invisible histories of the UN |
| Focus Areas | Decolonization, economic sovereignty, human rights |
| Duration | 11-month postdoc position |
| Language Proficiency | Fluency in English; additional languages advantageous |
| Start Date | 1 March 2024 |
