Uppsala University is offering a International PhD Student Position in Psychology for the academic session 2025/2026. The successful candidate will work in an interdisciplinary team, receive high-quality research training, and contribute to impactful studies.

To be eligible for the PhD position in Psychology at Uppsala University, applicants must hold a degree at the advanced level or have completed at least 240 higher education credits, with a minimum of 60 at the advanced level. They must also have completed psychology courses totaling 90 credits or possess equivalent knowledge.

Uppsala University is one of Sweden’s oldest and most prestigious institutions, founded in 1477. Located in the historic city of Uppsala, it is renowned for high-quality research and education across a wide range of disciplines. With a strong international profile, the university hosts over 50,000 students and 7,000 staff. Uppsala University is committed to academic excellence, sustainability, and making a positive impact on society through knowledge, collaboration, and innovation.

Application Deadline: 4 August 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Uppsala University

• Department: Department of Psychology

• Course Level: PhD (Doctoral position)

• Award: (Fixed salary)

• Access Mode: Online

• Number of Awards: 1

• Nationality: Domestic and international

• The award can be taken in: Sweden

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Applicants from all countries are welcome.

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD in Psychology.

• Admissible Criteria:
  Applicants must:

  • Hold a degree at advanced level or have completed 240 higher education credits (with at least 60 at the advanced level) or have equivalent qualifications.

  • Have completed psychology courses totaling at least 90 credits or equivalent knowledge.

  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of psychological methodology, statistics, scientific design, and psychometrics.

  • Be proficient in English (spoken and written).

  • Experience working with children and writing scientific articles is highly desirable.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via Uppsala University’s recruitment system by 4 August 2025.
Include the following documents:

• Application for admission

• Certified diploma(s) and transcripts

• Course register extract

• Contact information for academic and/or clinical references

• Publications or other relevant materials

• Description of the assessment procedure

For further details, contact Professor Gustaf Gredebäck: [email protected]
Apply here: Uppsala University Careers Portal

Benefits

• Full-time (100%) employment

• Fixed salary and favorable working conditions

• Opportunity to teach and participate in departmental duties

• High-quality doctoral education and research training

• Work in an international, interdisciplinary research environment

• Start date: October 1, 2025, or as agreed

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