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International PhD Positions in Candidate Biopsychosocial Factors in Chronic Skin Conditions

Scholarships help to lessen the impact of rising tuition costs. Therefore, Leiden University is now announcing the International PhD Positions in Candidate Biopsychosocial Factors in Chronic Skin Conditions.

The PhD Candidate Biopsychosocial Factors in Chronic Skin Conditions scholarship aims to delve into the psychological dimensions of chronic inflammatory skin diseases, such as psoriasis and atopic eczema, prevalent among over 2.5 million individuals in the Netherlands. The program seeks to investigate the intricate relationship between psychological factors and the severity of skin conditions, including their impact on treatment outcomes and patients’ well-being.

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Application Deadline: 5 May 2024

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Leiden University
  • Department: Institute of Psychology, Department of Health, Medical and Neuropsychology
  • Course Level: PhD
  • Award: Employment contract as a PhD candidate, initially for a period of 1 year, with the possibility of extension for 3-4 years after a positive evaluation.
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Number of Awards: Not specified
  • Nationality: International
  • The award can be taken in the: Netherlands

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by Leiden University.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  1. Hold a Master’s degree (preferably Research Master) in Health and Medical Psychology or a closely related study program.
  2. Possess good social and communication skills with enthusiasm for collaborating across different fields.
  3. Demonstrate affinity with the medical field and/or interest in understanding chronic medical conditions, particularly chronic skin conditions.
  4. Proficiency in analytical, methodological, and statistical skills (e.g., SPSS, R).
  5. Show interest in working with psychophysiological measures (e.g., standardized itch inductions).
  6. Fluent in spoken and written English and Dutch (core tasks are in Dutch).
  7. Obtain the University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) within two years if not already held.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply by clicking the application button and submitting their applications before the closing date of May 5th. For more information about the job or application procedure, applicants can contact Dr. Antoinette van Laarhoven ([email protected]) and Dr. Sylvia van Beugen ([email protected]).

Benefits

Successful candidates will receive the following benefits:

  1. Employment contract for (30.4-38 hours per week) as a PhD candidate, with the possibility of extension.
  2. A competitive salary ranging from €2,770 to €3,539 gross per month.
  3. Additional benefits including holiday allowance, end-of-year bonus, and pension scheme.
  4. Flexible working hours and options for secondary employment conditions.
  5. Possibility for hybrid working within the Netherlands.
  6. Home-working allowance, provision of a laptop and mobile telephone, and attention for good workplaces.

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