Postdoctoral Position in History
Postdoctoral Position in History
University of Gothenburg
Reference Number: PAR 2026/415
Institution: University of Gothenburg
Department: Department of Literature, History of Ideas, and Religion
Employment Type: Doctoral Studentship (Fixed-term)
Duration: 4 Years
Workload: 100%
Location: University of Gothenburg, Sweden
Starting Date: 1 February 2027
Application Deadline: 26 August 2026
About the University
The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. With 58,000 students and 6,800 employees, the University is a large and inspiring place to work and study.
About the Department
The Department of Literature, History of Ideas, and Religion is one of the six departments within the Faculty of Humanities.
About the Doctoral Programme
The Department announces one doctoral position in History of Ideas and Science. The aim of the doctoral programme is to award a doctoral degree in the subject.
Eligibility
Applicants must satisfy both the general and specific entry requirements.
Assessment
Selection among eligible applicants is based on their ability to successfully complete doctoral education.
Appointment Procedure
Admission decisions are made by the Head of Department following departmental review. Interview Date: 16 November 2026
Employment
Full-time doctoral employment for four years.
Contact Information
Gunilla Hermansson
Deputy Head of Department (Doctoral Studies)
Email: gunilla.hermansson@lir.gu.se
Jong Ho
HR Officer
Email: jong.ho@gu.se
Application
Applications must be submitted through the University of Gothenburg's online recruitment system.
Information Meeting
An online information meeting will be held on 18 June 2026, 12:00–13:00 (Zoom).
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