PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Embark on a groundbreaking journey with the Youth Climate Justice project, exploring the burgeoning realm of child and youth climate action. This scholarship, funded by the European Research Council and led by Prof Aoife Daly at University College Cork, delves into the transformative power of legal action initiated by children and youth under the UN Convention of the Rights of the Child. Join an international, interdisciplinary team to analyze the evolving landscape of children’s rights in the context of climate justice.
- 🌍 The Youth Climate Justice project aims to analyze child and youth climate action, focusing on their rights under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
- 🎓 The project, funded by the European Research Council, involves interdisciplinary research, including legal analysis, political science, and psychology.
- 🔍 The PhD position, based in Cork, Ireland, entails researching litigation and other actions for climate justice by children, requiring prior legal analysis experience.
- 💰 The four-year PhD position offers an annual tax-free stipend of €22,000, full EU-level fees, and potential teaching opportunities.
- 🗓️ The project spans 48 months, starting between June and September 2024, and requires fluency in English.
- 👩🏫 Principal Investigator: Prof Aoife Daly (UCC).
- 📝 Responsibilities include conducting research, applying Indigenous studies approaches, collaborating with partners, and presenting findings at conferences.
- 🎓 Selection criteria include a law degree (2.1 level), research experience, community involvement, and proficiency in English.
- 📄 Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, referees’ contacts, and a sample of academic writing by April 2nd, 12 noon (GMT), via email to Prof Aoife Daly.
- 🌐 University College Cork is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Location:
School of Law, University College Cork, Ireland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A primary degree in law at a minimum of 2.1 level, with ideally a Master’s degree also at a minimum of 2.1 level
- Previous experience in legal analysis
- Prior engagement with community groups (e.g., environmental or youth groups)
- Familiarity with child/youth rights and/or environmental rights is highly desirable
- Ability to work effectively in a team and meet project deadlines
- Compliance with UCC’s Postgraduate English Language Entry Requirements
Description:
The selected PhD candidate will delve into the realm of child and youth climate action, examining legal strategies and other forms of activism employed by young individuals globally. Engage in academic analysis, field research, and interdisciplinary collaboration to unravel the complexities of youth-driven climate justice movements. This four-year scholarship includes a tax-free stipend of €22,000 per annum, full EU-level fees coverage, and potential teaching opportunities during the PhD.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF document including:
- Cover letter expressing interest and suitability for the position
- Detailed CV highlighting relevant academic and research experience
- Contact information of THREE referees
- Sample of academic writing
Applications must be emailed to Prof Aoife Daly at aoife.daly@ucc.ie, citing the unique position reference “YCJ2023-ind” in the subject line. The application deadline is Tuesday, 2nd April, 12 noon (GMT).
Last Date for Apply:
Tuesday, 2nd April, 12 noon (GMT)
