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Phd statute, contact the phd administration, for phd students, supervisors and administrators.

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PhD scholarships at the Department of Political Science are advertised once a year with a closing date for applications around the 1 st of March.

Awarded PhD degrees by year (the list is only available in Danish)

The PhD programme is a three-year research program, financed or partly financed by external funds or by the Department.

The PhD programme qualifies the student to independently carry out research, development and teaching assignments at an international level within the discipline of political science.

If you wish to apply for a PhD scholarship, at the Department of Political Science, please read more about the program on the pages below:

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Four times a year our students have to participate in internal seminars based on presentations of papers

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Department of political science.

Making sense of today’s world - with its very fragile balances - is a challenge. Finding resilient solutions at the political and administrative level to those (foreseen and unforeseen) transformative breaks of balance is an even harder task. The researchers and teaching fellows of the department of Political Science embrace this challenge, providing political science and public administration-related knowledge to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

The diverse background of our staff - in political science, public administration, international relations, sociology, and philosophy - allows us to work creatively everyday towards finding those answers and solutions in diverse policy fields such as energy, climate, migration, foreign security, cyber, EU external relations, health and monetary policy. Focusing on both theory and practice, political and administrative processes are conceptualised, analysed, and compared - at both the national and international levels, with a specific interest in European and global politics.

Our objective is to guide the FASoS students to thinking critically and creatively about contemporary political challenges - and be leading actors in making sense of them, ultimately contributing to find those resilient solutions. The staff of the Department of Political Science contributes to the following programmes :

• BA European Studies
• BA Arts and Culture
• BA Digital Society
• BSc Global Studies
• Master European Studies
• Research Master European Studies
• Master European Public Affairs (in cooperation with the European Institute for Public Administration)
• Master Public Policy and Human Development (in cooperation with the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance)

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The Department of Political Science is a member of the Dutch/Flemish research school Netherlands Institute of Government (NIG), the scholarly associations European Consortium of Political Research (ECPR) and University Association for Contemporary European Studies (UACES). Within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, our staff participates in the research programmes  Politics and Culture in Europe (PCE), and Globalisation, Transnationalism, and Development (GTD). Our researchers are an active part of contemporary European and international debates, presenting their current work both within and outside the faculty. Their engagement with the society at large - from local news, to citizens’ panels and students’ initiatives - makes our research community vibrant and dynamic. To know more about our department and current research projects, please contact Head of Department Prof. Dr. Esther Versluis

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Political Science UvA encompasses innovative research and teaching programmes in comparative politics, international relations, European politics, political theory, political economy, and public policy, as well as cross-cutting themes including migration, conflict, democracy and its alternatives, gender and diversity, and transnational politics.

Political Science Research is organised into three Programme Groups, which are members of the Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research (AISSR):

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Celebrating 250 ISS PhD graduates

The stories and knowledge of our doctoral alumni

The International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) offers a four-year programme leading to an internationally recognized degree. 

Our PhD researchers work on topics in the field of global development and social justice based on a strong theoretical footing and using cutting-edge qualitative and quantitative methods.

Providing a creative environment for critically-minded and independent scholars

The ISS’s aim is to provide a creative and lively  environment for  critically minded and independent scholars to contribute to positive social change, as well as global justice and equity. Many of our PhD candidates are experienced professionals with a track record in development, activism, academia and/ or public service, enriching the academic exchange with their experiences and views.

Part of our broader research programme

All PhD researchers are invited to participate in our global research programme and in at least one of the research groups:

• Civic Innovation
• Development Economics
• Political Ecology
• Governance, Law & Social Justice

Collaborative research schools

All PhD researchers at the International Institute of Social Studies are part of the CERES Research School for International Development  which offers a PhD training programme aimed at increasing the skills and knowledge required for writing a viable, implementable and academic research proposal.

They are also part of the Erasmus Graduate School of Social Sciences and the Humanities  which offers  dozens of courses  to nurture innovative and interdisciplinary research excellence.

PhD researchers 'in the driver's seat'

Researchers join a diverse and close-knit community of scholars.

At the moment, 153 PhD candidates from 49 nationalities countries are enrolled in the PhD programme. Many of them work at their own desk in the ISS building, discussing their research with their peers and supervisory team, refining their research proposal, or are in the final phase of writing their thesis. Those in the second and third years of the programme are usually away doing fieldwork, collecting original data to answer their research questions.

Our philosophy is that PhD researchers are 'in the driver’s seat' for their project, working closely with our multidisciplinary and passionate faculty engaged in global development research.

A PhD researcher’s fieldwork activities benefit from belonging to a dynamic and vibrant community,  complimented by rigorous preparation including safety and security training, access to the ISS global network along with experienced and thoughtful guidance and solid institutional support.

ISS occasionally has vacancies for fully-funded PhD candidates, and takes part in several scholarship programmes. However, ISS does not have a scholarship programme of its own, and most PhD candidates organize their own funding , through their government, a foundation, or self-funding.

Candidates find that the PhD trajectory provides them with space to reflect on their experiences and that the degree opens opportunities to continue or change their career path.

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Current and past PhD researchers tell us why they decided to do their PhD at ISS.

The dissertation writing exercise was probably the best thing that I ever did in my life.

'Grounded ... in the art of doing independent academic and policy relevant research ...'

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PhD admission

If you wish to obtain a PhD at Leiden University, you first have to be admitted to one of the Graduate Schools. This means that you have to meet specific requirements, including a prior education requirement.

The admission procedures for the Graduate Schools are given on the various websites . Although each Graduate School has its own admission procedure, you must in any case:

• have been awarded a master’s degree or an equivalent master’s degree from another institution, or who have passed the ‘old style’ doctoral (doctoraal) examination of a government-funded or appointed Dutch university.
• give the name of a professor (or associate  professor with ius promovendi*) at Leiden University who is willing to be your supervisor. 
• have a second supervisor. This can be either another professor (supervisor) or a co-supervisor with a PhD, in either the same or a different faculty. If you have not already found a second supervisor, the dean will appoint a co-supervisor, to ensure that you are supervised by at least two individuals.

PhD regulations

The admission requirements are specified in the PhD regulations, together with options if you do not meet all the requirements.

Non-Dutch degree

If you have a degree from a non-Dutch university, your certificate will first have to be verified. After this, the dean will decide whether you can be admitted to the PhD track.

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International relations in historical perspective, international politics, nationalism, ethnic conflict and development, international relations, conflicts, territories and identities, comparative politics, history of politics and society, politics and society.

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Dutch politics, parties, parliaments and democracy, european union studies, international relations (60 ec), international political economy, conflict, power and politics, political science: specialization policy and politics.

Free University Amsterdam

European studies, international organisation, international studies, international relations (90 ec), political science: specialization comparative and european politics, political science: specialization international relations and transnational governance, europe: borders, identity and governance, political theory, political science: specialization global environmental governance, global political economy, politics, psychology, law and economics (pple).

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39 Best universities for Political Science in the Netherlands

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in the Netherlands ranked based on their research performance in Political Science. A graph of 7.83M citations received by 303K academic papers made by 39 universities in the Netherlands was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

1. University of Amsterdam

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2. Utrecht University

3. Erasmus University Rotterdam

4. University of Groningen

5. Radboud University

6. Leiden University

7. Tilburg University

8. Maastricht University

9. Free University Amsterdam

10. Delft University of Technology

11. Wageningen University

12. University of Twente

13. Eindhoven University of Technology

14. Hogeschool van Amsterdam, University of Professional Education

15. Nyenrode Business University

16. Fontys University of Applied Sciences

17. HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht

18. University of Humanistic Studies

19. Rotterdam University

20. Hague University of Applied Sciences

21. HAN University of Applied Sciences

22. Breda University of Applied Sciences

23. Zuyd University

24. Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen

25. Windesheim University of Applied Sciences

26. Saxion University

27. INHolland University of Applied Sciences

28. NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

29. TIAS School for Business and Society

30. Utrecht School of the Arts

31. AVANS University of Applied Sciences

32. Hogeschool Leiden, University of Professional Education

33. Ede Christian University

34. University of Aruba

35. Codarts University of the Arts

36. Hotelschool The Hague

37. Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

38. HZ University of Applied Sciences

39. American University of the Caribbean - School of Medicine

The best cities to study Political Science in the Netherlands based on the number of universities and their ranks are Amsterdam , Utrecht , Rotterdam , and Groningen .

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PhD Candidate in Political Science 'Social Distance in International Relations '

to the Leiden Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences - Leiden University . The Institute of Political Science has a strong research tradition in various areas of comparative, Dutch and international politics

a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description Key responsibilities The PhD researcher will be part of the project “Social Distance in International Relations ” hosted at the Institute of Political

PhD Position Political Communication: Affective Polarization Among Social Groups in the Netherlands

communication science , political science or related disciplines – or are expected to obtain it soon; a strong interest in topics associated with polarization, election campaigns and media effects; a demonstrated

PhD position - Contested Landscapes

aptitude for research; proven experience with ethnographic and other qualitative research methods, affinity with topics related to political ecology, human-nature relations , political economy, political

methods, affinity with topics related to political ecology, human-nature relations , political economy, political anthropology excellent writing skills and broader proficiency in English; willingness

PhD Position in Strategy & Organization

, economics, or political science (candidates with a degree in other relevant disciplines who fit the profile are also encouraged to apply). The ideal candidate will have a track record of outstanding academic

PhD Candidate in Political Science

- Leiden University . The Institute of Political Science has a strong research tradition in various areas of comparative, Dutch and international politics , as well as political theory. The Institute has

political science . The BSc programmes include general Political Science (in Dutch & English, in Leiden), International Politics (in Dutch & English, in Leiden), and International Relations and Organisations

PhD-position: Legal-Philosophical Research about the Tourist and Migration Law

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PhD Scholarship for Research Project “DelibRef”

Applications are invited for a 3-year PhD scholarship in political science to be based at the Department of Political Science and Public Management at the University of Southern Denmark, Odense.The position will be part of a newly funded research ...

PhD Opportunity in Biomedical Ethics

The Institute for Biomedical Ethics at the University of Basel (IBMB), Switzerland (http://ibmb.unibas.ch/), is currently looking for dynamic and independent graduate students (Master's degree) who...

PhD and Postdoc Positions in European Politics

PhD and Postdoc Positions in European PoliticsThe European Politics Research Group (Prof. Frank Schimmelfennig) at ETH Zurich invites applications for 1-2 doctoral and/or 1-2 postdoctoral researche...

Doctoral scholarship holder trust & intellectual property law and governance

Let’s shape the future - University of AntwerpThe University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20000 students, conduct pio...

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Doctoral Student in Environmental PoliticsThe International Political Economy and Environmental Politics group led by Professor Thomas Bernauer is offering a fully funded position for a Doctoral St...

Assistant department Criminology, Criminal Law and Social Law (26569)

    →   Apply until 23/04/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)    →   Faculty of Law and Criminology    →   Department RE23 - Criminology, Criminal Law and Social Law    →   AAP temporary appointment - 100%    →   Number of openings: 1    →   R...

2024 New Year Famous Universities and Enterprises PhDs Recruitment and Cooperation Video Matchmaking Meeting

1、 Event Introduction In the Chinese New Year of 2024, Juqi Consulting collaborated with the Famous universities and enterprises club to organize global PhDs visits to well-known Chinese enterprises and universities, coordinating job recruitment a...

Doctoral scholarship holder human rights and international law

Let’s shape the future - University of AntwerpThe University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20000 students, c...

Ph.D. position on Finance and Earth system tipping points [transdisciplinary]

Lille Economics and Management (LEM, CNRS UMR 9221) and IÉSEG School of Management invite applications for a fully funded Ph.D. position on financial system and Earth system tipping points, at its Lille/Paris Campus.PROJECT DESCRIPTIONThis researc...

Doctoral researcher (PhD) in Law

The Department of Law of the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance of the University of Luxembourg is looking for a PhD candidate to conduct research in Law.Your Role...The doctoral researcher will...

Fully-funded PhD position in Near & Middle Eastern Studies

The Seminar for Near and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Basel is offering one fully-funded doctoral position for the research project Futures Interrupted: social pluralism and politica...

PhD Fellowships: MSCA-DN Understanding Latin American Challenges: Human Rights

The Leuven Centre for Global Governance Studies (GGS) is an inter-faculty interdisciplinary research centre of excellence of the Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Leuven which con...

PhD in Empirical Legal Research on Responsible Corporate Conduct in Global Value Chains (GVCs)

1 - Working at the VUBFor more than 50 years, the Vrije Universiteit Brussel has stood for freedom, equality and solidarity, and this is very much alive on our campuses among students and staff alike.  At the VUB, you will find a diverse collectio...

PhD researcher in (Multi-Disciplinary) Legal Research in the Field of Migration

PhD Candidate in Political Science

The Institute of Political Science of Leiden University’s Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences invites applicants for the position of aPhD Candidate in Political Science (1.0 FTE)Vacancy number 14673Key responsibilitiesThe PhD researcher wil...

PhD Candidate in Political Science 'Social Distance in International Relations'

The Institute of Political Science of Leiden University’s Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences invites applicants for the position of aPhD Candidate in Political Science ‘Social Distance in International Relations’ (1.0 FTE)Vacancy number 14...

PhD position Facilitating the co-creation of sponge measures and strategies in European river basins

Job descriptionClimate change exacerbates the frequency and intensity of both floods and droughts. Despite widespread recognition that improving the water retention capacity of landscapes or sponge...

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Phd candidate, max kagan, featured in the science of politics podcast.

We're pleased to share that PhD candidate, Max Kagan, had his research featured in the Science of Politics podcast from the Niskanen Center.

To listen to the Podcast and learn more about Max's research follow this link:  https://www. niskanencenter.org/the- politics-of-our-jobs/ .

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Junior Kayle Lauck named 2024 Truman Scholar

Published: April 17, 2024

Author: Erin Blasko

University of Notre Dame junior Kayle Lauck has been named a 2024 Truman Scholar. She is the University’s 12th Truman Scholar since 2010 — a group that includes three Rhodes Scholars: Alex Coccia (’14), Christa Grace Watkins (’17) and Prathm Juneja (’20).

Lauck is among 60 recipients of the award from a pool of more than 700 candidates. The selection process is highly competitive, taking into account an applicant’s academic, leadership and service records and likelihood of success in graduate school.

Lauck is a political science major from South Dakota. She is a Glynn Family Honors and Suzanne and Walter Scott Scholar , co-founder and co-president of the Agricultural Student Association of Notre Dame, a Global Sustainability Fellow, co-founder and co-director of the South Dakota College Success Initiative, and a longtime member of the National FFA Organization. Her minors are in politics, philosophy and economics and education, schooling and society.

As an undergraduate, Lauck has been involved with both student government and the Student Policy Network. She was the communications liaison for the Kellogg Institute for International Studies’ Human Development Conference. She was also a stream ecology lab assistant to Jennifer Tank , the Ludmilla F., Stephen J. and Robert T. Galla Professor of Biological Sciences at Notre Dame and director of the University’s Environmental Change Initiative ; an agricultural policy research assistant to Paul Winters , the associate dean for academic affairs and Keough-Hesburgh Professor of Global Affairs in the Keough School of Global Affairs ; and a coastal resiliency and disaster recovery research assistant to Debra Javeline , Kellogg faculty fellow and associate professor of political science at Notre Dame.

Away from campus, Lauck studied international law and the holocaust in Poland with Emilia Justyna Powell , professor of political science and concurrent professor of law at Notre Dame, as a rising sophomore. As a rising junior, she traveled to Israel to study Israeli politics and Christianity and Judaism through Notre Dame Jerusalem . She was an agricultural policy intern with the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture in the spring of her sophomore year.

Lauck is currently studying abroad at the University of Galway, where she is working as a climate economics researcher assistant to Tom McDermott, the Galway University Foundation Lecturer in the Economics of Climate Change and Development.

As a scholar and researcher, Lauck is motivated by a concern for the health and well-being of rural communities.

Growing up in rural South Dakota, she witnessed firsthand how a lack of access to economic opportunity and health care, among other factors, contributed to poor mental health in her corner of the state — part of the larger rural mental health crises in the U.S.

As a Truman Scholar, Lauck intends to study energy and resources at the University of California, Berkeley, which offers a concurrent graduate/law degree in the subject. She then plans to return to South Dakota and advocate for rural communities, including farmers, ranchers and tribal members.

“It is rare to see such a cohesive scholarly and civic profile in an undergraduate resume,” Javeline said. “Kayle has identified needs in rural communities, particularly in her home state of South Dakota, and she is mission-driven in trying to educate herself to fill those needs. She is committed to being part of the solution.”

In applying for the Truman Scholarship, Lauck worked closely with the Flatley Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement (CUSE), which supports the intellectual development of Notre Dame students via scholarly engagement, research, creative endeavors and the pursuit of fellowships.

Elise Rudt-Moorthy is the associate director of national fellowships for CUSE.

“In our first meeting back in October of 2021, Kayle struck me as a dedicated public servant and an innovator,” Rudt-Moorthy said. “I advised her to pursue the activities she wanted and if they kept her on the path to public service, then it was meant for her. She proceeded to tailor her degree and extracurriculars towards meeting the needs of rural communities in South Dakota, both confirming and solidifying that path. She will be an excellent public servant and Truman Scholar, and it was my honor to work with her over the past three years.”

“I am so thankful to Elise Rudt for her constant support and encouragement, both through the Truman application process and during the whole of my time at Notre Dame, as well as to the entire CUSE team,” Lauck said. “I am also grateful to my mentors, Dr. Debra Javeline and Dr. Andrea Bjornestad, both of whom have inspired and encouraged me in more ways than I am sure they know, as well as to the faculty and staff I have been blessed to learn from these last three years.”

She continued, “I am incredibly excited about the opportunity to join a cohort of public service-oriented leaders from across the country as a Truman Scholar. I hope to learn from the diverse perspectives that will be brought together to gain skills and knowledge I can bring back to my beloved home state of South Dakota that will encourage further educational opportunities, tribal reconciliation and sustainable rural development.”

For more on this and other scholarship opportunities, visit cuse.nd.edu .

Contact : Erin Blasko, associate director of media relations, 574-631-4127,  [email protected]

Originally published by Erin Blasko at news.nd.edu on April 17, 2024 .

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PhD Candidate in Political Science 'Social Distance in International Relations'

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The Institute of Political Science of Leiden University’s Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences invites applicants for the position of a

PhD Candidate in Political Science ‘Social Distance in International Relations’ (1.0 FTE) Vacancy number 14672

Key responsibilities The PhD researcher will be part of the project “Social Distance in International Relations” hosted at the Institute of Political Science at Leiden University and led by Dr Hilde van Meegdenburg. This project introduces social distance—a sociological concept denoting the degree of sympathetic understanding that exists between people—to the study of state foreign policy making. The main objective is to study state foreign policy narratives and foreign policy making to see if and how social distance shapes policy debates, suggestions, justifications, and, ultimately, decisions. The PhD researcher is expected to develop and execute a research project under this umbrella and write a doctoral dissertation.

The PhD researcher will work under the supervision of Dr Hilde van Meegdenburg (daily supervisor and principal investigator), Dr Matthew Longo, and Prof Dr Daniel Thomas. As part of the position, the candidate will receive on-the-job research training as well as the chance to partake in international conferences and obtain further professional methodological training at a European Summer or Winter School. Besides these opportunities, research trips to conduct field work and gather data are foreseen and budgeted (see terms and conditions below).

Candidates will be expected to teach two courses per year, usually as tutorial instructor.

Social Distance in International Relations Early 2022 Putin ordered his troops to invade Ukraine. Stories of injuries, death, and people fleeing the war quickly dominated the news. Observers soon noted how, throughout Europe, people’s initial reactions were different compared to earlier conflicts in, for instance, Syria and Yemen. People and governments stood behind Ukraine and, overall, support was quickly promised and promptly delivered.

The type of conflict and the physical proximity of Ukraine to Western Europe may explain part of the variation but, it is expected, not all. This project focusses on social distance and studies if and how social distance shapes state foreign policy making. The basic premise of Social Distance Theory is that people perceive some “others” as more distant than other “others”. This brings into existence a stratification—a preferential ordering—of outgroups and a corresponding differentiated behavior towards the differently evaluated outgroups. Studying international relations as a set of socio-emotional relations between people(s), this project asks:

• Does, and if so how does, social distance impact how suffering and hardship experienced by an outgroup are perceived?
• Do, and if so how do, these differences in perception shape state foreign policy narratives and foreign policy making?

The overall research project is set-up as a comparative narrative analysis. That is, the aim is to study, analyze, compare, and contrast the stories that are told about the suffering other and how those stories, and the frames and terms that are used to describe the other, shape policy outcomes. The study focuses on Western European countries. The preferred cases include England, Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain. Within this framework, the PhD researcher is encouraged to develop their own project and specific focus. However, applicants interested in studying Spanish foreign policy and Spanish foreign policy making are highly encouraged to apply.

Selection criteria

• Applicants must hold (or be near completing) a (research) master’s degree in political science or in a relevant discipline. They have written (or are near completing) a master’s thesis.
• Applicants are passionate about interpretivist and qualitative political science research and have a strong interest in the project theme.
• Applicants must have prior training in and a good command of qualitative case studies and, preferably, narrative or discourse analysis. Prior experience in working with qualitative data analysis software (e.g. MAXQDA, NVIVO, ATLAS.ti) is an advantage.
• Applicants with a good command of Spanish and interested in working on Spanish foreign policy are especially encouraged to apply.
• Applicants meet the English language requirements of the Graduate School of the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.

Research at our Faculty/Institute Our organization The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences consists of five institutes: Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology, Political Science, and Psychology. The faculty has approximately 7000 students and 1000 staff members. Within the institutes, not only education is provided but also groundbreaking research is conducted that pushes the boundaries of our understanding of human behaviour and societal structures. What makes our faculty unique is the diversity of research topics, the various styles of teaching, and the way professional support is organized; this provides you with the opportunity to explore and develop your interests and expertise. Visit our website for an impression: Welcome to the Leiden Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences - Leiden University .

The Institute of Political Science has a strong research tradition in various areas of comparative, Dutch and international politics, as well as political theory. The Institute has around 85 academic staff, including many non-Dutch scholars, and houses a number of editorships of international refereed journals and book series. Members of the institute are also involved in a number of the university’s multi-disciplinary research centres, including Central and East European Studies, International Relations, Parties and Representation, Political Philosophy, Centrum voor Nederlandse Politiek en Bestuur and ReCNTR. The Institute is based in Leiden and in The Hague, where a large part of the teaching is done.

The Institute offers a range of programmes at the Bachelor and Master levels and also trains PhD students in political science. The BSc programmes include general Political Science (in Dutch & English, in Leiden), International Politics (in Dutch & English, in Leiden), and International Relations and Organisations (in English, in The Hague). The one-year MSc programme (taught mostly in English) includes five specialisations in Leiden and one in The Hague.

Terms and conditions The position starts on 01.09.2024. We offer a full-time PhD position. The salary is € 2,770.- to € 3,539.- gross per month (pay scale P, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities). The appointment would be for 1 year, after which it can be extended by 3 years subject to a positive evaluation.

This specific position also includes a generous financial package for fieldwork (up to 10,000 EUR) as well as for attending scientific conferences and substantive or methodological training (up to 6,250 EUR). Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with an additional holiday bonus (8% of annual salary) and end-of-year bonus (8.3% of annual salary), training and career development. Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break. More at https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/working-at/job-application-procedure-and-employment-conditions .

Diversity Diversity and inclusion are core values of Leiden University. Leiden University is committed to becoming an inclusive community which enables all students and staff to feel valued and respected and to develop their full potential. Diversity in experiences and perspectives enriches our teaching and strengthens our research. High quality teaching and research is always inclusive.

Information Further enquiries can be directed to Dr Hilde van Meegdenburg email: [email protected]

Applications

• Please submit online your application no later than 23:59 CET on April 26 via the blue button of our application system. Applicants should submit online:
• An academic CV.
• A sample paper or piece of writing. This may be, but need not be, the candidate’s master thesis. Preferably, the writing sample demonstrates the candidate’s interest in, and knowledge of, either the research theme or interpretivist research more broadly.
• A statement of interest (max 800 words). Preferably, this statement explains and justifies the selection of the writing sample as a good example of work that is relevant for a research project focussing on foreign policy making or foreign policy narratives and interpretivist research methodologies. If the writing sample is unrelated to the theoretical and methodological foci of the social distance project, the statement of interest should focus on explaining the candidate’s interest in the theme and elaborating their qualifications.
• Applicants should also include the names and contact details of two people who can be contacted directly to submit recommendation letters, commenting on the candidate’s professional qualifications and suitability for the position. Please note that no reference letters have to be submitted at the application stage, but these will be requested for shortlisted candidates.

The selection procedure will take place mid-May. You are kindly requested to be available in this period.

Enquiries from agencies are not appreciated.

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Francy Luna Diaz is a Ph.D. Candidate in Political Science at the University of Michigan. Francy earned her B.A. in Political Science and Law from the University of Arizona in 2019 and graduated Summa Cum Laude. The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship supports Francy’s research . Her interests center on American Politics, public opinion and behavior, political psychology, social media, misinformation and disinformation, and Latino politics. Francy Luna Diaz’s dissertation examines how misinformation spread through social media influences the political behavior of Latinos in the U.S.

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