Vacature PHD Candidate

Vacancy: PhD Candidate in Political Science (Politics of Climate and Migration) at the University of Leiden - Maastricht Centre for Citizenship, Migration and Development (MACIMIDE)

Vacancy: PhD Candidate in Political Science (Politics of Climate and Migration) at the University of Leiden

January 26, 2024 · by macimide · in Job vacancies

The Institute of Political Science in Leiden University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences invites applications for the position of

PhD Candidate in Political Science (Politics of Climate and Migration) (1.0 FTE)
Vacancy number 14512

Key responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic PhD researcher to conduct independent research at the Institute of Political Science at Leiden University. Specifically, we invite applicants to develop an innovative PhD proposal on empirical and normative issues around the 'Climate Migration' Dilemma (see next section).

The PhD project will be supervised by Dr , Dr Rebecca Ploof and Professor Jan Aart Scholte. Together, we offer comprehensive support, including expertise in comparative politics, political theory and global affairs, methodological guidance, and career development support. Moreover, the Institute offers ample opportunities for presenting your research, gaining experience in organizing academic events, and developing a strong profile for your post-PhD career.

PhD candidates receive thorough research training at Leiden University. The PhD position also includes a generous financial package (see terms and conditions below) for fieldwork, conference attendance and training. Candidates are expected to teach two courses per year, usually as tutorial instructor.

Conceptually, the project could critically explore normative questions about the risks and rewards of crisis discourse around migration and climate change.

• Applicants show enthusiasm, independence and relevant skills to implement the proposed research project.
• The proposed research project creatively addresses empirical and normative questions raised by the 'Climate Migration' Dilemma.
• They have written (or are near to completing) a master's thesis.
• Applicants have prior training in and a good command of the methodologies suggested in the research proposal, be they ethnographic, interview-based, quantitative and/or normative.
• Applicants ideally already have knowledge of interdisciplinary research on issues relevant to their proposal, including migration, climate change, nationalism and/or social movements
• Applicants meet the English language requirements of the Graduate School of the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences at Leiden University. Proficiency in other languages relevant for the proposed research project is highly recommended.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an (online) interview in the period 7-15 May.

Research at our Faculty/Institute
The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences comprises four institutes: Education and Child Studies, Political Science, Psychology and Cultural Anthropology & Development Sociology. The Faculty also includes the Centre for Science and Technology Studies. The Faculty is home to 7,000 students and 1000 members of staff. Our teaching and research programmes cover diverse topics varying from adoption to political behaviour. For more information, see https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/social-behavioural-sciences .

The Institute of Political Science has a strong research tradition in various areas of comparative, Dutch and international politics, as well as political theory. The Institute has around 85 academic staff, including many non-Dutch scholars, and houses a number of editorships of international refereed journals and book series. Members of the institute are also involved in a number of the university's multi-disciplinary research centres, including Central and East European Studies, International Relations, Parties and Representation, Political Philosophy, Centrum voor Nederlandse Politiek en Bestuur and ReCNTR. The Institute is based in Leiden and in The Hague, where a large part of the teaching is done.

The Institute offers a range of programmes at the Bachelor and Master levels and also trains PhD students in political science. The BSc programmes include general Political Science (in Dutch & English, in Leiden), International Politics (in Dutch & English, in Leiden), and International Relations and Organisations (in English, in The Hague). The one-year MSc programme (taught mostly in English) includes five specialisations in Leiden and one in The Hague.

Terms and conditions
The position starts on 1 September 2024. We offer a full-time PhD position. The salary is € 2,770.-- to € 3,539.-- gross per month (pay scale P, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities). The PhD position includes a generous financial package for fieldwork (up to 10,000 EUR) as well as for attending scientific conferences and substantive/methodological training (up to 6,250 EUR).

Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with an additional holiday bonus (8% of annual salary) and end-of-year bonus (8.3% of annual salary), training and career development. Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break. More at https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/working-at/job-application-procedure-and-employment-conditions .

Diversity
Diversity and inclusion are core values of Leiden University. Leiden University is committed to becoming an inclusive community which enables all students and staff to feel valued and respected and to develop their full potential. Diversity in experiences and perspectives enriches our teaching and strengthens our research.

Information
Further enquiries can be directed to Dr , email: .

Applications
Please submit your online application no later than 23:59 CET on 15 April 2024 via the blue button of our application system.
Applicants should submit online:

• A motivation letter (max. 2 pages) outlining the candidate's interest in and suitability for the position.
• A CV covering relevant study and work experience, language proficiency and other skills.
• A research proposal (max. 2000 words, excluding the bibliography) outlining a specific research question, its academic and societal contributions, as well as the theory and methods suggested to study the 'Climate Migration' Dilemma.
• A Master's thesis, academic paper or article. This will be used to assess the applicant's ability to formulate and delimit research tasks and analyse and present research results.
• The names and contact details of two referees. No reference letters should be submitted at the application stage: they will be requested for shortlisted candidates.

Functie:	phd candidate
Startdatum:	26-01-2024
Ervaring:	Ervaren
Educatielevel:	WO
Contracttype:	Vast
Salaris:	onbekend – onbekend
Uren per week:	1 – 40

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