Deadline: 17 February 2025
The University of Gothenburg invites applications for a doctoral position specializing in democracy within the Faculty of Humanities. This opportunity is part of a funded initiative supported by proceeds from the Göteborgs Handelskompani Fund, aimed at promoting research aligned with “fundamental democratic values regarding freedom of thought, opinion, expression, and religion.”
Position Details
- Programme: Four years of full-time doctoral studies (240 higher education credits) leading to a Doctor of Philosophy degree in one of the listed subjects.
- Start Date: Autumn 2025
- Placement: One of the six departments within the Faculty of Humanities.
- Duties:
- Conduct independent research resulting in a doctoral thesis.
- Complete third-cycle courses as per the study plan.
- Actively engage in departmental research and daily activities.
- Teaching, research, or administrative duties may be assigned within regulations.
Eligible Research Subjects
The position is open to a wide range of subjects within the humanities, including but not limited to:
- African Languages
- Arabic
- Cultural Studies
- Gender Studies
- Religious Studies
For the full list, visit Doctoral Programmes at the Faculty of Humanities.
Eligibility Criteria
- General Entry Requirements:
- A second-cycle degree, or
- At least 240 higher education credits, with at least 60 at the second-cycle level, or
- Equivalent qualifications from Sweden or abroad.
- Specific Entry Requirements:
- Must meet the specific criteria for the chosen subject (details available in the respective general syllabus).
- Additional Considerations:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).
- A clearly justified research interest aligned with the theme of strengthening democratic values.
- Availability for physical presence in Gothenburg for the program’s duration.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following:
- Personal Letter: Describe your motivation, research interests, and alignment with the program’s theme.
- CV/Resume
- Research Outline: A proposal of up to 20,000 characters (specific instructions provided in the general syllabus).
- Academic Transcripts: Certified copies of diplomas and documentation of specific entry requirements.
- Publications: Copies of theses, dissertations, or other relevant work.
- References: Contact details of academic references.
Note: Documents not in Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, or English must be accompanied by a professional translation.
Application Process
- Deadline: February 17, 2025
- Submission: Applications must be submitted via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Relevance and clarity of the proposed research question to the program’s focus on democratic values.
- Availability of supervision resources in the applicant’s area of specialization.
- Proven academic ability and potential for successful completion of the doctoral program.
Additional Information
For further details, visit the official University of Gothenburg’s website.
