PhD in Participatory Land Value Capture, Digital Platforms, and Urban Transformation at Radboud University Radboud University in Netherlands

Radboud University’s Nijmegen School of Management is offering a fully funded PhD position in Participatory Land Value Capture and Digital Platforms for Resilient Urban Transformations. The position is based in the Department of Geography, Planning and Environment, focusing on the AReNA project, which explores innovative governance for sustainable and just urban transformation. The research will investigate global land value capture (LVC) instruments, collaborative governance, and the integration of AI-enabled participatory digital platforms to co-create policy frameworks for resilient cities.

The PhD candidate will study global LVC practices, develop quantitative land valuation models, and contribute to predictive AI models. The project emphasizes co-creation with stakeholders, iterative field labs, and translating research into actionable, socially just, and environmentally sustainable policies. Collaboration across disciplines—including data science, ecology, law, economics, and urban planning—is a key feature. The candidate may also contribute to teaching and supervision of student projects (up to 10% FTE).

Applicants should have a Master’s degree in spatial planning, land management, or real estate development, with a strong understanding of land governance and its impacts. Skills in quantitative modeling, interest in AI and digital tools, and excellent English proficiency are required. The research environment is interdisciplinary, international, and supportive, with a focus on sustainable development aligned with the UN SDGs.

The position offers a gross monthly salary of €3,059–€3,881, an 8% holiday allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, flexible work-life arrangements, 30–41 days of annual leave, and discounts on sports and cultural activities. The initial contract is for 1.5 years, extendable to 4 years upon positive evaluation. The application deadline is 5 March 2026, with a preferred start date of 1 June 2026. For more information or questions, contact Dr. Klaas Kresse at [email protected]. Apply via the Radboud University website.