Position
- You will work actively on the preparation and defence of a PhD dissertation on “Scenes of friendship in German and English children’s literature.”
Profile
- You hold a Master’s degree in German and/or English Literature or a related field (or will have obtained it by the time you start work).
- Preferably, you have experience in children’s literature studies.
- You can demonstrate excellent study results.
- Your teaching competences align with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision.
- Your research qualities align with faculty and university research policies.
- You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity, and cooperation.
- You are highly proficient in English and German (reading, writing, speaking).
- You work effectively in a team and balance independent and collaborative work.
What We Offer
- A doctoral scholarship for a period of two years, renewable once for another two years after positive evaluation.
- Planned start date: 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
- Monthly scholarship amount according to doctoral scholarship regulations.
- Ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance, and bicycle allowance or full reimbursement of public transport costs.
- Access to courses and training through the Antwerp Doctoral School.
- Workplace at the University of Antwerp city campus (Stadscampus) in a dynamic and stimulating environment.
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