→ Apply until 08/07/2025 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)
→ Faculty of Law and Criminology
→ Department RE22 - European, Public and International Law
→ AAP temporary appointment - 20%
→ Number of openings: 1
→ Reference number: 202506/RE22/PA/002
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.
YOUR TASKS
Actively coaching a group of students in preparation for the Moot Court International Law (Jessup).
Analyzing the students’ written and oral preparation, both in terms of content and formal aspects.
Attending and providing coaching during the weekly contact sessions, and, where useful, being available for additional meetings with the students (online or in person) as mutually agreed.
Attending and coaching during the national rounds of the Jessup Moot Court (end of February, in Brussels).
Attending and coaching during the international rounds of the Jessup Moot Court (subject to qualification, in Washington, USA).
You provide services to the department.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You hold a degree of Master in Law. The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment
For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted
You have in-depth knowledge of international law.
Experience with the Jessup Moot Court (and/or other international moot courts) is a plus.
You are willing to actively coach a group of motivated students, which requires a certain level of flexibility.
You have some experience in coaching groups.
You work effortlessly and professionally in Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
Experience in advocacy is a plus.
Professional experience as an international lawyer is a plus.
You are interested in scientific and/or project based research and services.
- Any teaching experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a one year appointment, which may be renewed indefinitely every year. Attention: You cannot be appointed for a cumulative percentage of more than 30% as a Teaching Assistant at Ghent University
- Your appointment will start on 1 October 2025 at the earliest
- Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP3. More information about our salary scales
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave (per year for a full-time employment), bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field ‘Cv’: your cv in pdf format
- In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
- In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages
- In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence’: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en. For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. [email protected] , +32 0494858297
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected] or +32 9 264 34 36
