University of Turin has announced applications for three fully funded postdoctoral research positions under the HumanLaw ERC Consolidator Grant project. The opportunities are open to early-career scholars with expertise in Neo-Latin Philology, Digital Humanities, and Legal History. The positions form part of the HumanLaw research initiative, an ambitious European Research Council (ERC)-funded project examining the intersections between Renaissance humanism and legal culture in Italy during the late medieval and early modern periods. Applications for all three positions remain open until 27 May 2026, with successful candidates expected to begin their appointments on 1 October 2026. About the HumanLaw ERC Project The HumanLaw project is funded through a prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant and aims to explore the role of Renaissance humanists and jurists in shaping intellectual, political, literary, and legal developments between the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries. Hosted at the University of Turin, the project adopts an interdisciplinary research approach that combines legal history, philology, archival studies, and digital humanities methodologies. The initiative seeks to deepen scholarly understanding of how humanist culture interacted with legal traditions during the Renaissance period. The research programme will involve collaboration among an international team of scholars, including: Six postdoctoral researchers Two doctoral students Senior academic researchers International collaborators in Renaissance and legal studies Available Postdoctoral Positions The University of Turin is currently recruiting scholars for three specialised research roles within the HumanLaw project. 1. Postdoctoral Position in Neo-Latin Philology The first position is designed for a scholar with expertise in Neo-Latin Philology. The selected researcher will focus on epistolary correspondence between Italian jurists and humanists from the late fourteenth century to the early sixteenth century. Research responsibilities will include: Studying Renaissance-era Latin correspondence Analysing intellectual exchanges among jurists and humanists Examining historical manuscript materials Contributing to broader project outputs related to Renaissance legal culture Candidates with strong philological training and familiarity with Renaissance Latin texts are strongly encouraged to apply. 2. Postdoctoral Position in Digital Humanities The second position targets researchers with a background in Digital Humanities and computational research methodologies. The successful candidate will: Collect bibliographical and archival data Document the relationship between Renaissance humanists and legal culture Develop a graph database for querying and analysing collected materials Support digital infrastructure development for the HumanLaw project This role offers an opportunity to apply digital tools and data-driven methodologies to humanities and historical research. Applicants with expertise in database development, digital archives, data visualisation, or computational humanities research may find this position particularly relevant. 3. Postdoctoral Position in Legal History The third position is intended for a scholar specialising in Legal History. The selected researcher will investigate the non-legal intellectual production of Italian jurists during the fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries, including works related to: Literature Philosophy Politics Historical writing Humanist scholarship The project seeks to understand how legal scholars contributed to broader Renaissance intellectual culture beyond formal legal texts. Researchers with expertise in Renaissance studies, intellectual history, or early modern legal traditions are encouraged to submit applications. Research Environment and Collaboration The HumanLaw project emphasises collaborative and interdisciplinary scholarship. Successful applicants will become part of a dynamic international research team working within a shared intellectual environment in Turin. The university has highlighted that continued in-person presence in Turin throughout the duration of the contract is required in order to foster academic collaboration and exchange among team members. The project aims to create a vibrant scholarly community through: Interdisciplinary research collaboration Joint workshops and seminars Archival and manuscript research International academic networking Collaborative publication opportunities The positions provide significant opportunities for early-career researchers seeking to strengthen their academic profiles within European humanities research. Contract Structure and Duration Although formally advertised as two-year postdoctoral contracts under the Italian “Contratto di ricerca” framework, the positions are structured as renewable contracts lasting: Initial two-year appointment Additional one-year renewal option This effectively creates a potential three-year postdoctoral research opportunity for successful applicants. The appointments are expected to begin on: 1 October 2026 Eligibility and Language Requirements Applicants from diverse international academic backgrounds are welcome to apply. General requirements include: Fluency in English for all positions Strong academic and research background relevant to the selected role Ability to contribute to collaborative international research projects Additional language expectations include: Passive knowledge of Latin for Positions 1 and 3 Knowledge of Italian is considered desirable but not mandatory The University of Turin has clarified that Italian language proficiency is not a strict requirement despite being mentioned in the general application guidelines. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online through the official University of Turin recruitment links associated with each position. The detailed calls include information on: Research profiles Application procedures Required documentation Selection criteria Contract details Prospective applicants are encouraged to carefully review the official vacancy notices before applying. Application Deadline Deadline: 27 May 2026 Expected Start Date: 1 October 2026 Location: Turin, Italy VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and WPChannel Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.