PhD Positions in Legal History, Law, and Humanities at Max Planck Institute for Legal History and Legal Theory

The Max Planck Institute for Legal History and Legal Theory in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, is offering three fully funded PhD positions starting April 1, 2026, at the newly established Centre for Legal History in India. These positions are ideal for candidates with backgrounds in Law, History, Humanities, or Social Sciences who wish to develop and pursue independent research projects. Research topics include colonial and precolonial legal doctrines, law and society, constitutional history, and diplomatic and international legal history. The successful candidates will work under the supervision of Prof Stefan Vogenauer and Dr Reeju Ray, benefiting from excellent research infrastructure and generous funding for conferences, research trips, and German language training. The salary is approximately €3098 gross / €2108 net per month, with an annual special payment. The application deadline is January 6, 2026. For more information or to apply, contact Prof Stefan Vogenauer ([email protected]) or Dr Reeju Ray ([email protected]), or visit the official call link. This opportunity is particularly suited for those interested in legal history, constitutional evolution, and the intersection of law and society in India.