The University of Oulu, Finland, is currently recruiting a PhD candidate in Cultural Anthropology as part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network MITIME (Entanglements of Migration and Time in Post-industrial Urban Europe).
The interdisciplinary research project examines how histories and imaginaries of de/industrialisation and labour migration shape life in European cities. The successful candidate will join a diverse cohort of 15 doctoral researchers across seven European countries, benefiting from intersectoral training, international secondments, dedicated supervision, and professional development opportunities.
This is a full-time, three-year position based at the University of Oulu, Finland, starting on 1 February 2027. The position offers a very competitive salary, full employment benefits, and the opportunity to join an active community of transdisciplinary scholars.
How to apply?
Please apply by Friday, 27 November 2026 (23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.
The application should be written in English and the requested documents must include the following:
- Motivation Letter (maximum 1 page): Introduce yourself and your qualifications, outline your motivation for applying to the position, and describe your future career objectives.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Include details of educational qualifications, grades achieved in relevant research modules or dissertations, and any other pertinent academic or professional experience. You may (but are not required to) follow the TENK template for researcher CVs.
- Research Proposal (3-6 pages long + abstract, font size 12pt), written in English. Please ensure that your proposed research aligns closely with the focus of the PhD project, ‘Imagining and Representing Urban Pasts and Futures’. General guidelines for preparing a research plan can be found here.
- Degree Certificates: Submit copies of Bachelor’s and Master’s diplomas or proof of degree completion. If you are currently enrolled in a Master’s programme, include available transcripts and a statement from your supervisor confirming that you are on track to complete your degree by the commencement of the contract.
- Official Transcripts: Provide final grade transcripts for both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. If transcripts are not in English, include an official translation.
- Proof of English Language Competence: Submit documentation of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS). Candidates whose first language is English, or who have previously studied in English, should provide a brief justification requesting exemption from this requirement.
The eligible applicants who best fit the profile expected for the position will be invited to an interview. Additional documentation might be requested from candidates to be interviewed. The position is anticipated to begin in February 2027.
Applicants from all backgrounds (different ages, different genders, and members of different linguistic, cultural, or minority groups) are welcome.
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