Postdoc Position in Philosophy

Radboud University

Employment: 0.8 FTE
Gross monthly salary: €3,546 – €5,538
Required background: PhD
Organizational unit: Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies
Application deadline: 08 March 2026

About the Position

Radboud University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for the NWO project Ethnicity and (In)Equality in Early Christianity.

Project aim: Develop a thorough understanding of early Christian views on ethnic equality and inequality during the first–fourth centuries CE.

Research tasks:

• Analyse depictions of people with different ethnic backgrounds in early Christian texts
• Examine the degree to which these authors reinforced or challenged ethnic stereotypes
• Investigate potential influence of these texts on later ideas about race and ethnic difference

Additional responsibilities:

• Conduct independent research and produce sole-authored articles
• Contribute to collaborative publications
• Present work at conferences and workshops
• Host visiting fellows and help organize international conferences
• Engage in public-facing activities (optional)
• Limited teaching and PhD supervision (optional)

Applicants will also submit a brief statement during the application process, discussing two early Christian authors or texts they would analyse and why, considering the project’s overall goals.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Holds a PhD in early Christian studies or a related field (final-stage doctoral candidates will also be considered)
• Has a strong command of relevant research languages
• Demonstrates research potential (e.g., publications, high-quality dissertation)
• Lives within commuting distance of Nijmegen

What We Offer

• Temporary employment contract of 2 years, extendable by 1 year upon successful evaluation (total 3 years)
• Salary within scale 10, based on previous education and relevant work experience (38-hour week)
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
• Choice of 30 or 41 days of annual leave instead of the statutory 20
• Flexible working hours, work-from-home options, sports/cultural discounts, and pension plan
• Room and responsibility to develop talents and ambitions, with access to training and development schemes

Working Environment

Research Team:

• PI, two postdoctoral researchers, student assistant, visiting fellows
• Supported by advisory board of senior scholars

Faculty:

• Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies
• International research community with expertise in Biblical Studies and the historical/conceptual study of race and racism
• Close collaboration with departments of Ancient History and Classics

Application Procedure

• Apply online via the application form (address letter to Dr. Matthijs den Dulk)
• First interviews: 23 March 2026
• Preferred start date: 15 June 2026
• Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated

Contact: Dr. M. den Dulk – matthijs.dendulk [at] ru.nl

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