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Researcher

European Academy Bolzano - 03 July 2009

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Job Description

The Institute for Studies on Federalism and Regionalism of the European Academy (EURAC) offers the position of a Researcher in the area of federalism, regionalism and governance in multi-layered systems.
 
Tasks and responsibilities:

• Participation in the research work of the Institute, with particular regard to the intergovernmental financial relations (fiscal federalism)
• Cooperation in the Institute's publications
• Raising and managing research projects
• Teaching within the educational program of the Institute
• Cooperation with EURAC's department "scientific communication"
• Organization of international conferences, seminars and meetings

Requirements:

• University degree in law. Other degrees (especially economics) are considered if combined with specialization in comparative legal studies
• Preference will be given to applicants with specialization in fiscal federalism or related subjects
• Capacity of organizing and carrying out research projects autonomously
• Fluency in written and spoken Italian and German
• Good spoken and written knowledge of English is highly desirable. Working knowledge of other languages will be an asset
• Ability to work in team
• Experience in research activities in universities, research institutes or public/private bodies will be an asset

We offer:

• An international, multicultural team of young and motivated researchers
• Professional academic development through scientific publications
• Active participation in conferences, travelling and teaching
• The possibility of organizing and supervising research projects

The job interviews will take place in Bolzano in week 35 (25 to 28 August). The shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview in week 33 (latest on 13 August 2009).
 
The position starts as soon as possible with a 6-month contract as Junior researcher with possible renewals for periods of two years. Please indicate the earliest date you could start working in the Institute.
 
Please send your application including CV, a motivation letter and additional references by 31 July 2009 (post mark) to the following address:
via e-mail to: sfere@eurac.edu
or
Francesca Azzarita
European Academy - Institute for Studies on Federalism and Regionalism
Viale Druso 1
39100 Bolzano/Italy
Phone: +39 0471 055 200
Fax: +39 0471 055 299
 
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