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PhD Position in Minority Self-Representation in the United States

Are you passionate about storytelling, social justice, and language? The University of Amsterdam is offering a fully funded PhD position to explore how minority groups in the U.S. use language and stories to push back against marginalization.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree in literature, linguistics, history, anthropology, or a related field, and demonstrate strong research skills, as evidenced by an excellent thesis and potential for academic publication. A collaborative attitude, interest in interdisciplinary work, and enthusiasm for sharing research with wider audiences are essential.

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Founded in 1632, the University of Amsterdam (UvA) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the Netherlands. Located in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, it is renowned for its strong academic programs, particularly in the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. With a diverse student body of over 40,000 and a global reputation for research and innovation, UvA consistently ranks among the top universities worldwide.

Application Deadline: 11 May 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: University of Amsterdam

  • Department: Faculty of Humanities

  • Course Level: PhD

  • Award: €2.901 – €3.707/month, tuition waiver, travel funding

  • Access Mode: Online

  • Number of Awards: One

  • Nationality: Open to international applicants

  • The award can be taken in: the Netherlands (with research travel to the U.S.)

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in subjects related to literature, linguistics, history, anthropology, or other relevant fields.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    • Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field.

    • Demonstrate excellent research skills, including a high-quality thesis.

    • Show capacity for scholarly publication and academic development.

    • Exhibit a collaborative and interdisciplinary mindset.

    • Be enthusiastic about communicating research to non-academic audiences.

    • Have good command of English and relevant research languages.

    • Experience in researching minority rights or self-representation is considered a plus.

    • Applicants must not already hold or be pursuing a PhD elsewhere.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit the following documents as a single PDF file via the official online application platform:

  • A motivation letter and full academic CV.

  • Official transcript with a list of Master-level courses and grades.

  • A research proposal (800–1000 words) aligned with the project theme.

  • Names and email addresses of two academic referees, including one advisor.

Benefits

  • A full-time employment contract for 48 months (16 months initial, with extension subject to evaluation).

  • Monthly salary of €2.901 to €3.707 based on experience.

  • Tuition fee waiver and access to graduate training.

  • Funding for fieldwork and archival research in the U.S.

  • Additional travel funding for international conferences.

  • Holiday allowance (8%) and year-end bonus (8.3%).

  • 232 vacation hours and generous leave policies.

  • Pension through ABP and other financial benefits.

  • Support for professional development and flexible work arrangements.

  • A dynamic academic environment in central Amsterdam.

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