[Expired] PhD Position in Political Science: Socio-Demographic Cues and Ideological Perception

This position is no longer available.

University:

Ghent University

Country:

Belgium

Deadline:

11 July 2025

Fields:

Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Psychology, Human SciencesGhent University, a leading institution with a diverse academic community, is seeking applications for a full-time doctoral fellowship in the Department of Political Sciences (PS03). The successful candidate will join the GASPAR research group to conduct a PhD within the 4-year research project, ‘Do voters use socio-demographic cues to estimate politicians’ ideological positions? (IdeoPos)’, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Bram Wauters and Dr. Robin Devroe.This project investigates how voters use cues such as gender, age, and ethnic origin to estimate the ideological positions of politicians, employing experimental research methods to test existing theories and develop new frameworks within the context of representative democracy.

Requirements

– Master’s degree in political science, sociology, public administration, political psychology, or a related human sciences field– Strong scientific and critical thinking abilities– Motivation to conduct independent scientific research and complete a PhD on ideological stereotypes (including participation in PhD training)– Ability to autonomously design and execute a research project– Familiarity with political science theories and experimental research methods, or willingness to develop expertise in these areas– Familiarity with statistical analysis, or willingness to improve these skills– Excellent academic record– Proficiency in English and Dutch writing, or readiness to improve language skills– Strong teamwork skills and willingness to assume responsibilities within the GASPAR team– Willingness to participate in international conferences and publish in international outlets

Offer

– Full-time doctoral fellowship for up to 48 months (initial 12 months, renewable upon positive evaluation)– Start date: 1 October 2025 at the earliest– Competitive fellowship amount, exempt from personal income tax

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit a CV, diploma (if available), motivation letter, and a one-page research approach document (preferably merged into one PDF) via email to bram.wauters@ugent.be no later than 11 July 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Last-year master’s students graduating in June are encouraged to apply. Interviews will be conducted in the last two weeks of August.

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For further information, please contact Prof. Bram Wauters (bram.wauters@ugent.be) or Dr. Robin Devroe (robin.devroe@vub.be).
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