Postdoctoral Researcher in Law or Sociology of Law in Copenhagen

1 month ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly qualified researcher to join our team at Københavns Universitet.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research on non-Muslim Islam in the Danish legal system.

The project aims to investigate how non-Muslims produce Islamic discourse and how it affects the legal system.

The researcher will be part of a team led by Associate Professor Jesper Petersen and will work on a postdoctoral position under the research project 'Non-Muslim Islam'.

The position is available from 2025 and for the duration of 22 months.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on non-Muslim Islam in the Danish legal system
  • Test the hypothesis that non-Muslim Islam has a significant presence in Danish law
  • Map the reduction in the number of Islamic semiotic resources used in legal debates

Requirements

  • PhD, JSD or equivalent degree in law or sociology of law
  • Fluency in Danish and English
  • Ability to work interdisciplinary in law and humanities

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile research project
  • Chance to contribute to the development of Islamic studies

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their application electronically, including a letter of motivation, CV, research outline, and relevant publications.



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