"Postdoc Citizenship Competencies (0.6 FTE)"

Job Summary

This position involves a central role in a large-scale research project on citizenship education in the Netherlands and internationally, specifically the Peil.Burgerschap 2026/2027 and ICCS 2027 projects. The postdoc will map citizenship competencies of students across various educational levels and contribute to international comparative research.

Responsibilities

• Develop measurement instruments such as tests, questionnaires, and assignments focused on citizenship skills.
• Recruit and guide schools from five different educational sectors.
• Support, train, and coordinate test leaders for fieldwork.
• Analyze large-scale data from questionnaires and tests.
• Write technical reports, scientific publications, and presentations.
• Translate research results into practical feedback for schools and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Requirements

• PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences, preferably in Educational Sciences; a PhD in another field is possible if there is demonstrable affinity with citizenship or social issues.
• Strong publication record in the relevant field.
• Solid knowledge of research designs and both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.
• Excellent social and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team within a broad consortium.
• Key competencies include conceptual ability, analytical skills, environmental awareness, and result-oriented approach.

What the Employer Offers

• A challenging research role with societal and scientific impact.
• Work within a strong consortium including UvA, Cito, Kohnstamm Institute, Hogeschool van Amsterdam, and KBA Nijmegen.
• An inspiring academic environment in a motivated team.
• Ample opportunities for personal initiative, in-depth work, and knowledge valorization.
• The chance to contribute to the international ICCS 2027 comparative research.
• A temporary contract for 24 months at 0.6 FTE, with a salary ranging from €4,060 to €4,383 gross per month based on full-time employment, plus 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus.