Responsibilities

Research and analysis

• Conduct original research on China’s legal system, system of governance and judicial reforms with a strong focus on their implications for business, government and civil society actors in Europe and elsewhere in the world
• Produce authoritative reports, policy analyses, academic publications and other written products related to core program themes including Chinese policy-making and the interaction between party and state organs
• Oversee the tracking of the legislative agenda of the National People´s Congress, judicial reforms, and normative documents of the Chinese Communist Party

Outreach

• Serve as an expert commentator in the media and engage in public outreach through op-eds, public talks, social media and other outlets
• Participate in public events and engage in consultative meetings with policy makers and stakeholders

Requirements

• Strong academic background in law or public policy, preferably with a China focus (MA/MSc/LLM/PHD)
• Minimum of 2-4 years of relevant professional work experience (does not include internships)
• Experience in living in China and/or working on China-related issues
• Fluent professional English skills, a strong knowledge of modern Chinese (minimally HSK 4 or equivalent); knowledge of or willingness to learn German or at least one other European language an advantage
• High degree of flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team

MERICS offers a stimulating work environment in a dynamic multi-disciplinary and international team. The position will be based in Berlin with a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications and excellent benefits.

If you are interested in becoming part of our team, please submit your application by 31 July 2018, in one PDF document, containing a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae and contact information for two references to the MERICS management board (via email to felix.rasche@merics.de).