Organisation / Company University of Teramo Department Department of Law Is the Hosting related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
The postdoctoral project will focus on the analysing the enforcement methods of judicial decisions concerning parental responsibility within the European Union, as provided by the Council Regulation (EU) 2019/1111 of 25 June 2019.The project will adopt the well-known doctrine of the “best interests of the child” as its overarching perspective. Attention will be also paid to enforcement techniques set out in the recent domestic legislation of selected Member States.
The research will address the following three key questions:
* Which are the obstacles to the enforcement of the decision on parental responsibility in general and particularly in cross-border EU cases?
* Despite the harmonisation efforts made by instrument such as Regulation 2019/1111, significant disparities persist between Member States regarding the recognition and enforcement of decisions related to custody, access rights, and child return. How could the impact on Member States of the provided enforcement techniques be assessed?
* Which Member State have recently and significantly amended their legislation on the enforcement of decisions relating to parental responsibility to improve its effectiveness?
The project aims to:
* advance knowledge in Law / Procedural Law/ Family Law;
* introduce innovative theoretical and/or methodological perspectives;
* strengthen interdisciplinary and international approaches;
* contribute to addressing relevant scientific and societal challenges.
How will you carry out your work?
The project will adopt a comparative, interdisciplinary and empirical methodology, combining doctrinal legal analysis of EU and national laws in a comparative study of selected jurisdictions, with preference given to countries where domestic legislation has recently and significantly been amended. Case law analysis will be encouraged, including the decisions of the Court of Justice of the European Union and the European Court of Human Rights. A socio-legal approach will be adopted to capture the institutional and cultural factors that affect the implementation of decisions concerning children’s well-being.
Who will supervise you – and why is this strong mentoring?
The project will be supervised by Prof. Giuseppina Fanelli, an established researcher with strong international experience in Procedural Law and Family Law.
Prof. Fanelli, as professor of Procedural Law, has an active research profile in Procedural Law and Family Law, with demonstrated expertise in the enforcement of judicial decision on parental responsibility and child’s support, and is strongly engaged in international research networks.
The supervisor and the research group provide a stimulating and supportive environment, fostering scientific independence, excellence, and international exposure.
Why is UniTE a competitive host institution for MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship?
The University of Teramo (UniTE) offers a highly structured and supportive environment for MSCA Postdoctoral Fellows.
Selected candidates applying to the MSCA PF 2026 call will benefit from:
* Full support from the UniTE MSCA Desk throughout the entire pre-award phase;
* Dedicated proposal training (MSCA PF Master Class);
* Two-step professional proposal review (sequential reviews before submission).
Funded fellows will also benefit from:
* Full support from the UniTE MSCA Desk for the post-award phase;
* A tailored welcome and mobility support service (arrival, departure, and administrative procedures);
* Opportunities for collaboration with (networks) to strengthen the fellow’s international profile;
UniTE is strongly committed to Open Science, Gender Equality, research integrity, and high-quality doctoral and postdoctoral training.
Are you the ideal candidate for this fellowship?
We welcome applications from outstanding early-career researchers who:
* hold a PhD in Procedural Law and/or Family Lawor related fields;
* have a strong research background in Procedural Law and Family Law;
* demonstrate excellent academic writing skills in English;
* are motivated to develop an independent and internationally competitive research profile.
What will you gain from this MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship?
By participating in this MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship call, you will be able to address the following key career outcomes:
* develop an excellent and innovative research profile in Procedural Law and Family Law;
* produce high-quality scientific outputs in leading international journals and outlets;
* strengthen scientific independence and intellectual leadership.
Impact
* enhance your international visibility and reputation within the research community;
* contribute to the advancement of knowledge and to societal and policy-relevant debates in Procedural Law and Family Law;
* actively engage in dissemination, communication, and open science practices.
Employability
* acquire advanced transferable skills developing a tailored programme;
* expand professional networks across academia, policy institutions, and intersectoral stakeholders;
* improve long-term career prospects within and beyond academia.
Overall, the fellowship will support the fellow’s transition towards a sustainable and competitive research career as an excellent next generation researcher, in line with the objectives of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions.
How to Apply for the Pre-selection Phase?
Before applying, we invite you to check that you meet all eligibility criteria for the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 by consulting the official European Portal.
If you are eligible and interested in choosing UniTE as your Host Institution, please complete the online pre-selection application form by 31 March at 11:00 am (Rome time).
To apply, you will need to submit:
* your CV ;
* a short project idea ;
Your application will be assessed by UniTE, and you will receive feedback on the outcome within approximately one week.
If selected, you will take part in the UniTE MSCA PF Support Programme, designed to help you prepare a strong and competitive proposal. The programme includes:
* a proposal writing Masterclass (20 May and 26 May);
* two proposal review rounds with dedicated feedback.
Final step: with UniTE’s full support, you will submit your MSCA PF proposal through the official European Commission portal, guided throughout the process by the UniTE MSCA Desk.
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