Assistant Professor in Juridical Sciences – Catholic University of Croatia – Croatia

Summary

The Catholic University of Croatia in Zagreb invites applications for a temporary full‑time Assistant Professor (Docent) position in the Faculty of Law and Juridical Sciences. The role combines teaching, research and service duties, requiring a PhD or equivalent in Law, an established research record (R3), and fluency in Croatian with English proficiency. The contract is temporary, duration to be confirmed, and the application deadline is 2 November 2026. Candidates will design and deliver courses, supervise students, conduct independent research, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, and participate in faculty governance and outreach activities.

Key Facts

Department	Faculty of Law / Juridical Sciences
Position Type	Assistant Professor
Discipline	Juridical Sciences
Research Area	Other Juridical Sciences
Degree Required	PhD or equivalent
Contract Duration	Temporary (duration to be confirmed)
Language	Croatian
Deadline	2026-11-02
Employer Address	Ilica 244, Zagreb, Croatia

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver university courses in law
• Supervise student projects, theses and doctoral students
• Conduct independent and collaborative research and publish findings
• Apply for research funding and lead projects
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees and governance
• Engage with legal profession and community outreach

Required Skills

• PhD or equivalent in Law
• Significant publication record in peer‑reviewed journals
• University‑level teaching experience in law
• Fluency in Croatian (essential)
• English language proficiency

Who Should Apply

Applicants who hold a PhD or equivalent in Law, have an established research profile (R3), a strong publication record, teaching experience at university level, and fluency in Croatian (with English proficiency) are encouraged to apply. The position suits scholars seeking a mid‑level academic role with combined teaching and research responsibilities in a private Catholic university in Zagreb.

About the Employer

Catholic University of Croatia is a private Catholic higher‑education institution in Zagreb, accredited in Croatia and active in interdisciplinary research across law, medicine, business, engineering and humanities. It emphasizes academic excellence, Catholic values, and international collaboration, offering a range of faculties including Law and Juridical Sciences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is 2 November 2026.

What type of contract is offered?

A temporary full‑time contract, duration to be confirmed.

What language proficiency is required?

Fluency in Croatian is essential; English proficiency is also required.

How many positions are available?

One position.

Where is the workplace located?

Ilica 244, Zagreb, Croatia.