KU Leuven Recruitment 2026: PhD Assistant (Postdoctoral – 75%) in Tax Law | Applications Open

KU Leuven Recruitment 2026: PhD Assistant (Postdoctoral – 75%) in Tax Law | Applications Open

KU Leuven invites applications for a PhD Assistant (Postdoctoral – 75%) position at the Institute for Tax Law, part of the Economic Law Research Unit. This is an excellent opportunity for researchers specializing in Tax Law to conduct fundamental legal research while contributing to teaching and academic supervision at one of Europe's leading research universities.

Position Details

• Position: PhD Assistant (Postdoctoral – 75%)

• Institution: KU Leuven

• Department: Institute for Tax Law

• Reference: AAP-2026-133

• Employment Type: Part-time (75%)

• Contract Duration: 11 Months

• Research Area: Tax Law

About the Position

The selected candidate will undertake fundamental research in Tax Law and is expected to submit a well-defined research proposal. Alongside research responsibilities, the role includes limited teaching-related activities such as practical sessions, supervising bachelor's dissertations, acting as a second reader for master's theses, exam supervision, and grading.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should possess:

• A doctoral degree with a strong specialization in Tax Law.

• A Master's degree in Taxation (preferred).

• Excellent knowledge of Tax Law.

• Strong academic writing and legal drafting skills.

• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a research team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research in Tax Law.

• Prepare and submit a research proposal.

• Assist with teaching practical exercises.

• Supervise bachelor's dissertations.

• Serve as a second reader for master's theses.

• Support examination and assessment activities.

What KU Leuven Offers

• 11-month fixed-term appointment (75% workload).

• Competitive remuneration according to Salary Scale 44.

• Opportunity to work at one of Europe's top-ranked research universities.

• Collaborative academic environment with access to internationally recognized legal researchers.

• Excellent platform for advancing research and academic career development.

Why Apply?

This position offers an outstanding opportunity for postdoctoral researchers interested in advancing scholarly work in Tax Law while gaining valuable teaching and supervision experience within a globally recognized university.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official KU Leuven recruitment portal along with the required documents, including a research proposal and supporting academic credentials, before the application deadline specified in the official advertisement.

Official Notification

Candidates are advised to carefully read the complete official recruitment notice for detailed information regarding eligibility requirements, application documents, selection procedure, salary, and other terms of appointment before applying.

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