Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is offering a 4-year PhD position in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, focusing on the intersection of fashion, sustainability, and design. The project, funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO), is titled "Synthetic Adventures: (un)sustainability and (dis)comfort in the design, making and use of outdoor Clothing." The research will explore how dressing for the weather impacts people's lives and contribute to environmental debates about the future of design practices in the apparel industry. The successful candidate will engage with various stakeholders and develop research that addresses sustainability and comfort in outdoor clothing.

The position is supervised by Jane Tynan, Assistant Professor of Design History and Theory. Applicants should have a relevant master's degree and a strong interest in the research themes.

The expected start date is January 1, 2026. Funding is provided by NWO, but specific financial details are not mentioned. Interested candidates should apply online via the provided link.