The University of Amsterdam is inviting students to apply for the Fully-Funded PhD Position in Oceanic Imaginaries, Oceanic Solidarities. The studentship is designed for the academic session 2024/2025.

The studentship is open for highly motivated international candidates who need financial support to complete a PhD degree program at VU Amsterdam.

The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. As from September 2007, outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

Application Deadline: 12 May 2024

• University or Organization: University of Amsterdam
• Department: Amsterdam School for Cultural Analysis (ASCA)
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Fully funded for a duration of 4 years
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: NA
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in: Netherlands

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: Any subject offered by the University of Amsterdam
• Admissible Criteria: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Hold a completed Master’s degree in cultural studies, literary and cultural analysis, gender studies, media studies, artistic research, philosophy, black studies, indigenous studies, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrate excellent research skills through an outstanding Master’s thesis and a track record of publishing in high-ranking journals or with leading presses.
• Possess a cooperative attitude and willingness to engage in collaborative research.
• Show enthusiasm for communicating academic research to non-academic audiences.
• Have experience with the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• Proficient in the English language.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents online via the provided link:

• A motivation letter demonstrating alignment with the call profile and ability to conduct independent research (1000 words).
• A research proposal (1500 words) including project summary, theoretical frameworks, method/approaches, research aims/objectives, short bibliography, work plan, and timeline.
• A list of all Master-level modules taken, with an official transcript of grades.
• Names and email addresses of two references, including the thesis advisor, who may be contacted by the selection committee.
• A diversity statement (500 words) explaining how experiences contribute to shaping diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A full academic CV including previous education, professional information, conference presentations, publications, grants/honors, community engagement/service, and language proficiency.
• A writing sample (in English), such as a paper or a chapter of a Master’s thesis (approximately 15 pages).

Benefits

• Temporary employment contract for 48 months, with the first contract for 16 months and an extension contingent on a positive performance evaluation.
• Salary ranging from €2,770 to €3,539 gross per month, excluding holiday and year-end allowances.
• Tuition fee waiver for PhD candidates.
• Access to courses offered by the Graduate School of Humanities and the Dutch National Research Schools.
• Opportunities for professional development and education.
• An inspiring academic and international work environment in Amsterdam.
• Guidance from experienced supervisors and participation in a dynamic research community.

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