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The research project examines the environmental history of the concept of ecocide, the destruction of the environment by humans. It is divided into two parts, moving from perspectives on ecocide as a crime in wartime to peacetime. First, it explores discussions about the impacts of warfare on the environment throughout the 20th century until the concept of “ecocide” was coined in 1970. Second, it examines how scientific, activist and legal debates regarding ecocide evolved between the Vietnam War to the establishment of the International Criminal Court.  While adopting a historical perspective and drawing on archival and oral sources, the ultimate aim of the project is to inform discussions on ecocide as an international crime, and its role in transformation to more sustainable and just societies.

Work duties

Detailed description of the work duties, such as:

• Lead archival research on the relation between war and environment throughout the 20th century, specifically on the origins and evolution of the concept of ecocide and regulation of military environmental modification techniques;
• Lead academic articles on the origins of the concept of ecocide and on the discussion about international environmental crimes in the Statute of Rome;
• Organization of workshops on the environmental history of war in the 20th century and on present-day ecocide discussions;
• Seek external research funding

Qualification requirements

Applicants must have:

• A PhD or equivalent research qualification with background in research on environmental history
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English and Spanish
• Documented knowledge and experience of environmental history, history of science and / or political ecology
• Documented knowledge and experience on archival research and oral history methods
• In addition to a doctorate, the applicant must have a comprehensive list of subject-relevant (peer reviewed) publications in connection with the environmental history of war.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications

• Good knowledge and experience of environmental history methods
• Experience in and ability to communicate relevance of history for present-day matters
• Previously obtained external research funding
• Experience in supervision and teaching
• Good pedagogic qualifications

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

How to apply:

Apply for this position through the university's recruitment system. The application must contain a CV (max. 2 pages), a list of scientific publications, an account of previous teaching experience and contact details for two reference persons.