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Application procedure

We kindly invite you to apply before 07-04-2026; this can only be done online. Address your cover letter to Dr Michael C. Leach and attach your resume. In order to make a good selection, we also ask you to provide the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Copy/proof of PhD degree
• Curriculum Vitae
• Publication list with top/best publication indicated
• Contact details of at least two referees
  • We only approach referees for candidates invited to the second round of interviews

Selection of short-listed applications is scheduled on 09-04-2026 and applicants will receive notification of the results shortly thereafter. The first selection interviews will take place during the week of 13-04-2026 till 17-04-2026 and the second (if necessary) during the week of 20-04-2026 till 24-04-2026.

The selection committee consists of 

1. Dr. Niko Soininen, Professor of Environmental Law, University of Eastern Finland,
2. Dr. Philip Paiement, Professor of Law & Governance in the Anthropocene, Tilburg Law School.
3. Dr Michael C Leach, Assistant Professor, Tilburg Law School (Project Coordinator)

You will ideally start working for Tilburg University on 01-06-2026 (though an earlier start is possible if desired). 

This vacancy has been published simultaneously internally and externally. In case of equal suitability, our preference is for an internal candidate.