Aalborg University is offering a fully funded, three-year PhD position in the field of migration, ageing, and integration. The position is part of the research project “Return or Belong? Retirement and Later-Life Integration among Non-Western Immigrants,” which investigates how retirement impacts social and political integration and the potential return migration of older non-Western immigrants in Denmark. The project utilizes unique Danish register and survey data to analyze these dynamics, focusing on social inclusion, political participation, and the challenges and opportunities faced by ageing immigrant populations. The PhD student will join the Department of Society and Politics and the Centre for Comparative Welfare Studies (CCWS), engaging with strong research environments in sociology and political science. The position involves quantitative research, including developing research questions, conducting statistical analyses of longitudinal register data, and linking these with survey data where relevant. The student will contribute to international journal publications, present at conferences, and participate in research training and departmental activities. A three-month research stay at the Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI) is planned as part of the project. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in a relevant social science discipline (e.g., sociology, economics, political science), strong quantitative and statistical skills, and experience with data analysis or survey research. Familiarity with Danish register data is an advantage. Proficiency in English is required, and knowledge of Danish or a related Nordic language is beneficial but not mandatory. The PhD thesis and project outputs will be in English. The position is fully funded, with salary and terms according to the Danish AC collective agreement, and includes research expenses and international collaboration opportunities. To apply, candidates must submit an application, CV, diplomas, a project description (max 5 pages), and language test results if applicable, via Aalborg University’s recruitment system. The application deadline is 15 March 2026. For further information or questions, applicants are encouraged to contact Associate Professor Jeevitha Yogachandiran Qvist. The selection process includes shortlisting and interviews in late March or early April. The university values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

Aalborg University is offering a fully funded PhD position in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Department of Society and Politics, focusing on migration, retirement, and later-life integration among non-Western immigrants in Denmark. The project investigates how retirement affects decisions about return migration and opportunities for social and political integration in later life, using high-quality Danish administrative register data and survey data. The research is quantitative and theory-driven, requiring strong statistical analysis skills. The successful candidate will join the Centre for Comparative Welfare Studies (CCWS) and be supervised by Associate Professor Jeevitha Yogachandiran Qvist. The position includes a planned 3-month research stay at the Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI), fostering international collaboration. The PhD student will be involved in all core aspects of the project, including developing research questions, conducting statistical analyses, and contributing to international journal publications and conferences. Applicants must have a Master’s degree in a relevant social science discipline (e.g., sociology, economics, political science), strong quantitative and statistical skills, and experience with survey research and large datasets. Familiarity with Danish register data is a plus. Proficiency in English is required, with IELTS 7 or TOEFL 100+ for non-native speakers or those without an English-based degree. Danish language skills are not mandatory but are advantageous due to data documentation. The position requires completion of 30 ECTS credits through PhD courses and 600 hours of teaching over three years. The PhD stipend is fully funded, covering salary, tuition, and benefits according to the Danish AC collective agreement. The application deadline is 15 March 2026, with the position starting from 1 May 2026 or soon thereafter. Applicants should submit an application letter, CV, diplomas, a project description (max 5 pages), language test results if applicable, and other relevant documents via Aalborg University’s recruitment system. For further information, contact Associate Professor Jeevitha Yogachandiran Qvist ([email protected]) or Lene Møller ([email protected]).

Aalborg University is inviting applications for a fully-funded PhD position in Migration, Retirement, and Later-Life Integration, based at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Department of Society and Politics. The position is part of the research project "Return or Belong? Retirement and Later-Life Integration among Non-Western Immigrants (RETIRE)", funded by the Inge Lehmann Programme of the Independent Research Fund Denmark and led by Associate Professor Jeevitha Yogachandiran Qvist. The project investigates how retirement impacts the lives of older non-Western immigrants in Denmark, focusing on decisions about return migration and opportunities for social and political integration in later life. The research utilizes high-quality Danish administrative register data and survey data to analyze variations by socio-economic status. The PhD student will be involved in both core aspects of the project, including theory-driven statistical analyses of longitudinal data and contributing to international journal publications. The position offers a collaborative environment within the Centre for Comparative Welfare Studies (CCWS), with opportunities for international research collaboration, including a planned three-month research stay at the Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI). The PhD student will complete relevant coursework (30 ECTS credits), undertake 600 hours of teaching, and participate in research training and departmental activities. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in a relevant social science discipline (e.g., sociology, political science, economics), strong quantitative and statistical skills, and experience with data analysis or survey research. Prior experience with Danish register data is an advantage. Proficiency in English is required, and documentation of English proficiency must be provided if applicable. Knowledge of Danish or a related Nordic language is not required but is considered beneficial. The position is fully funded for three years, including salary and tuition, under the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement). The application deadline is 15 March 2026, with the expected start date of 1 May 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the official Aalborg University job portal or contact the listed supervisors.