Utrecht University is inviting applications for four PhD positions in the field of Global Sustainability Governance/Earth System Governance.
About the positions:
- All PhD candidates will become part of the new, cutting-edge international research programme “Global Governance through Goals? Assessing and Explaining the Steering Effects of the UN Sustainable Development Goals” (GlobalGoals).
- This research programme is directed by Professor Frank Biermann and funded through an Advanced Grant from the European Research Council.
- All PhD candidates will work on their doctoral dissertations over a period of four years within the broader framework and research design of the GlobalGoals programme.
- At least one PhD candidate with a strong affinity to, and experience in, quantitative methods and approaches in Political Science/International Relations, especially in social network analysis;
- At least one PhD candidate with a strong affinity to, and experience in, discourse analysis, especially with a focus on International Relations;
- At least one PhD candidate with a strong affinity to, and experience in, the theory of International Relations and world politics;
- At least one PhD candidate with a strong affinity to, and experience in, the analysis of the political systems of non-European countries.
Qualifications:
- Applicants are expected to bring a strong interest and broad expertise in the field of Global Sustainability Governance/Earth System Governance, as evidenced by a BSc/BA and MSc/MA specialization that is related to this field of study.
- There is no special disciplinary requirement; applications from graduates who have majored in Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Environmental Science/Studies, Sociology or Sustainability Science are welcome.
Duration: 4 years, with a one-year probation period
Remuneration: between €2,266 and €2,897 (scale P according to the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities) gross per month for a full-time employment.
Application:
- Apply online and application must include the following:
- Cover letter describing motivation for the position
- CV
- Names of three referees
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Organization | Utrecht University |
Country | Netherlands |
Fellowship Level | Doctoral |
Subject areas |
Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Environmental Science/Studies, Sociology or Sustainability Science |
Fellowship amount | between €2,266 and €2,897 |
Eligibility | Open to all nationalities |
Deadline | 01st September 2018 |
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