Key responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in the field of cyber security, cyber diplomacy and EU (tech) policy;
• Organise academic conferences and workshops in close cooperation with the other members of the team and co-author policy papers on the basis of events organised by the project;
• Disseminate research findings through high-ranking international blind peer review journals, books, whitepapers, conference presentations, policy reports, policy advise and (inter)national popular media;
• Represent the project at national, European and international events and engage in consultations with other stakeholders in the field;
• Carry out and assist with other duties as determined by the project's leadership.

Selection Criteria

The candidates must have:

• A PhD in international relations, politics, international law, public administration or another relevant discipline;
• Extensive knowledge of the field of cyber security, cyber diplomacy and EU policy with a track record of published research on this topic;
• A multidisciplinary background, and experience with working in multi- or interdisciplinary teams;
• Relevant experience in organizing (academic) events for smaller and larger groups;
• Very good communication and presentation skills, and an excellent command of English;
• A 'can do' mentality and a team player spirit.

Terms and conditions

The successful candidate will be part of an ambitious and dynamic team. You will initially be appointed for one year with the possibility of renewal until 31 December 2025. Salary range from € 3.821, - to € 5.230, - gross per month (pay scale 11), in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement for Dutch Universities.

Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with additional holiday (8%) and end-of-year bonuses (8.3%), training and career development and sabbatical leave. Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break.

Diversity

Fostering an inclusive community is a central element of the values and vision of Leiden University. Leiden University is committed to becoming an inclusive community which enables all students and staff to feel valued and respected and to develop their full potential. Diversity in experiences and perspectives enriches our teaching and strengthens our research. High quality teaching and research is inclusive.

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Science for and about society is the domain of the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs (FGGA). FGGA provides high-quality interdisciplinary education and research on social and governance issues such as terrorism, organisation of public administration, climate change and economic crises.

Contemporary issues are approached from an administrative, political, economic, legal and sociological perspective. This interdisciplinary approach gives the faculty's education and research a cross-border character.

The Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs (FGGA) is one of the seven faculties of Leiden University and is based in The Hague.

The FGGA is a young, enterprising and innovative organisation that is growing rapidly. The faculty has three scientific institutes, two centres, 3500 students and 330 staff members.
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Institute of Security and Global Affairs (ISGA)

The Institute of Security and Global Affairs (ISGA) is part of the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs. Science for and about society is the domain of the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs (FGGA). FGGA provides high-quality interdisciplinary education and research on social and governance issues such as terrorism, organisation of public administration, climate change and economic crises. See also: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/governance-and-global-affairs/institute-of-security-and-global-affairs
Contemporary issues are approached from an administrative, political, economic, legal and sociological perspective. This interdisciplinary approach gives the faculty's education and research a cross-border character.

EU Cyber Direct is an EU-funded project focused on policy support, research, outreach and capacity building in the field of cyber diplomacy. That is implemented jointly by the EU Institute for Security Studies, Carnegie Europe and Leiden University's Institute for Security and Global Affairs. You can find more information here: https://eucyberdirect.eu/