WYNG Research Associate in Data Protection and Common Law Systems

Contract: 12 months

Role summary

The College invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the post of WYNG Research Associate in Data Protection and Common Law Systems for a fixed-term contract of 12 month, on a full-time basis. The appointment will take effect from Michaelmas Term 2026 (1 October 2026), subject to successful candidate availability. Applications are invited from scholars with an interest and proven expertise in data protection law and policy.

The WYNG Research Associate will support the delivery of research and related activity on data protection and common law systems, directed and led by Professor David Erdos. The role focuses on advancing an innovative examination of data protection frameworks within common law jurisdictions.

The postholder will undertake research (of a comparative, historical, doctrinal and practical nature) into long-standing data protection regimes within common law jurisdictions (especially Hong Kong, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand), compare these with other (principally civil law) jurisdictions and explore the strengths and limitations of approaches within common law jurisdictions in a globally interconnected data environment. The Research Associate will support the production of key research outputs and academic dissemination and activities including those of the Cambridge Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Law (CIPIL) which is part of the Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge.

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How to apply

Online applications, including a Covering letter, a full Curriculum Vitae and the names of two individuals who may be approached for a Reference, should be completed by Monday 22 June 2026 at 5pm.

The covering letter should be addressed to Professor David Erdos (Research lead) and describe the candidate’s research background and interest in the proposed research and related activity (not exceeding 1,000 words).

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The interview

Interviews with a recruitment panel will take place at Trinity Hall in Cambridge.

Interviews will begin with a brief (up to 5 minutes) presentation to the panel (3-4 members) from the applicant outlining their expertise and how it relates to the aims of the role. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

The successful candidate will start on 1 October 2026, subject to availability.

References

Candidates should provide the names of two Referees at the time of application and ensure that two References are received by the closing date of application, with one at least one of these commenting on the candidate’s research capabilities.

Equal opportunities

Trinity Hall actively supports Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from all sections of society. We particularly welcome applications from women and those from an ethnic minority, as they are under-represented in academic posts within the University of Cambridge. 

Contact details

All enquiries please send to academic-jobs@trinhall.cam.ac.uk or call +44 (0)1223 762144.

Data protection

For information about how Trinity Hall handles applicants’ personal information please see our data protection statement for applicants for academic posts.

Closing date: Monday 22 June at 5pm

Interviews: Dates to be confirmed nearer the time

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