Radboud University is now accepting applications for the PhD Position in Language Evolution using Swarm Robotics at the Donders Centre for Cognition. The study award is designed for the 2025-2026 academic year.

To be eligible, applicants must hold or expect to complete a master’s degree by summer 2025 in a relevant field such as computer science, artificial intelligence, robotics, or computational biology. They should have experience with swarm robotics hardware and software, proficiency in programming (e.g., R or Python), and an interest in language evolution and communication.

Founded in 1923, Radboud University is a public research university located in Nijmegen, Netherlands,. Known for its strong academic reputation, it offers a wide range of programs across seven faculties, including humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and medical sciences. The university emphasizes interdisciplinary research, sustainability, and societal impact, with notable strengths in fields like psychology, linguistics, and medical research.

Application Deadline: 14 August 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Radboud University

• Department: Faculty of Social Sciences / Donders Centre for Cognition

• Course Level: PhD

• Award: €2,901 – €3,707 gross per month, plus benefits

• Access Mode: Online

• Number of Awards: NA

• Nationality: Domestic and international

• The award can be taken in: Netherlands

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in fields related to computer science, artificial intelligence, computational biology, robotics, or related disciplines

• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Hold or expect to obtain a Master’s degree by summer 2025 in a relevant discipline

  • Have experience in swarm robotics hardware/software (e.g., ARGoS, Webots, Arduino, Raspberry Pi)

  • Demonstrate skills in data analysis and programming (R and/or Python)

  • Show interest in language evolution and communication systems

  • Have experience in statistical modeling (mixed-effects, Bayesian)

  • Experience in empirical or VR research and peer-reviewed publications is an advantage

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply online through the official Radboud University application portal. A complete application should be addressed to Dr. Limor Raviv and must include all required documents as listed in the application form. First interviews are scheduled for 10 September 2025, and the position will ideally begin as soon as possible.

Benefits

• Four-year fully funded PhD contract (1.5 years + 2.5 years upon positive evaluation)

• Monthly gross salary ranging from €2,901 to €3,707

• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus

• Up to 41 days of annual leave

• Dual Career Coaching for partners

• Discounts on sports and cultural activities

• Flexible working arrangements and professional development support

• Access to cutting-edge research facilities and training via the IMPRS program

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