The regular working hours are up to 8 hours a week.
The Max Planck Institute for Comparative and International Private Law in Hamburg, Germany, is one of the world’s leading institutions for foundational comparative research in the fields of private law and private international law. By analysing the legal systems of the world and comparing them with one another, we identify and develop solutions for the law of tomorrow. For the earliest possible starting date, Prof. Dr. Ralf Michaels of the Institute is looking for a:
Student Research Assistant (m/w/d)
Your tasks will include:
- Supervisory assistance of the project “UN Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and the Role of Private (International) Law”
(https://www.mpipriv.de/sustainable-development-goals)
- Further research assistance as needed.
You should have knowledge or interest in one or more of the following subject areas:
- private international law
- sustainable development and the law
- comparative law
- legal theory
You should be in at least your third semester of university study, have demonstrated exceptional aptitude up to this point, and be interested in academic including interdisciplinary work.
Very strong English- and German-language skills are required.
Our offer:
We offer you an attractive environment featuring a good working atmosphere as well as an interesting and varied field of activity. You will have access to the library and can participate in the numerous academic events held at the Institute. Remuneration and social benefits are in accord with public service regulations.
The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.
Applications are being accepted until 30 October 2022 and should be submitted exclusively through our online application. Be sure to provide complete and detailed supporting materials, including a cover letter, a CV, grade transcripts, and a summary of your university marks and accomplishments to date.
We look forward to meeting you.
Max-Planck-Institut für ausländisches und internationales Privatrecht
Mittelweg 187
20148 Hamburg
