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Postdoctoral Fellow in Law and Political History of War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity The Chinese University of Hong Kong in Hong Kong

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Political Science

Funding

Available

Deadline

Oct 18, 2026

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Hong Kong

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The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)

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Political Science
International Relations
History
Law

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About this position

The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Faculty of Law (CUHK LAW), is recruiting a Postdoctoral Fellow for a research-intensive project in law, history, and international relations. The position focuses on the legal and political history of war crimes and crimes against humanity, with particular emphasis on the Sri Lankan Civil War and the broader question of statehood in international law.

The fellow will work under the direction of Professor Alex Green and in collaboration with the Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam. The project aims to produce historical research, legal and policy briefs, and publishable scholarship on the legal challenges surrounding the creation of an independent Tamil State within Sri Lanka, using the framework developed in Professor Green’s 2024 Cambridge University Press monograph, Statehood as Political Community: International Law and the Emergence of New States.

This is a full-time, fixed-term postdoctoral appointment initially for six months, renewable by mutual agreement. The role is research-only and requires the appointee to work in person in Hong Kong; remote work will not be considered.

Applicants should hold a PhD in History or Public International Law (ideally with a Sri Lankan Civil War focus) and show strong academic capability in history or public international law. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Sinhala or Tamil is especially welcomed. The deadline is 18 October 2026, and the anticipated start date is 4 January 2027.

To apply, submit the required documents online via the CUHK career site: a detailed CV, complete publication list, one sample manuscript or publication, names of two referees with full contact information, and any other relevant supporting documents. For enquiries, contact Professor Alex Green at [email protected].

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants should have a PhD in History or Public International Law, ideally with a focus on the Sri Lankan Civil War. Demonstrated academic capabilities in history or public international law (or both) are required. Fluency in English and preferably Sinhala or Tamil is strongly encouraged. A background in both history and law is advantageous.

How to apply

Submit the application online through the CUHK career site using the Apply button. Include a CV, complete publication list, one sample manuscript or publication, names of two referees with full contact information, and any other relevant supporting documents.

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