University of Oulu
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Doctoral Researcher in Cultural Anthropology: Migration, Temporality and Urban Pasts and Futures University of Oulu in Finland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Anthropology
Funding
Fixed-term full-time 36-month Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network position beginning 1 February 2027. Funding includes a competitive gross living allowance of €3,696.72 per month, a mobility allowance of €554.69 per month, and a family allowance of €515.63 per month where applicable. The base allowance is adjusted by a country correction coefficient, and gross salary is subject to compulsory national deductions such as taxes and social-security contributions. A six-month trial period applies
Deadline
Nov 27, 2026
Country
Finland
University
University of Oulu
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About this position
The University of Oulu invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher in Cultural Anthropology within the EU-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network MITIME, “Entanglements of Migration and Time in Post-industrial Urban Europe.” The successful candidate will join the Department of Cultural Anthropology in the Faculty of Humanities and complete a PhD project provisionally titled Imagining and Representing Urban Pasts and Futures.
The research will investigate how industrialisation, de-industrialisation and labour migration shape migrants’ experiences of settlement, belonging and home-making, as well as urban redevelopment and place-branding. Research may address migration, temporality, labour, urban inequality, mobility, community relationships, urban futures and the efforts of municipal or regional actors to attract and retain newcomers. Fieldwork is expected primarily in Oulu, Finland, and/or Bochum, Germany, although relevant alternative case studies may be proposed.
The project is expected to combine multimodal ethnography, including interviews, participant observation and arts-based methods, with critical discourse analysis of policy documents and branding initiatives. The doctoral researcher will undertake secondments at the City of Oulu and Ruhr University Bochum and participate in MITIME training, workshops, summer schools and network activities. Supervision is provided by Professor Roger Norum at the University of Oulu and Dr Katrin Menke at Ruhr University Bochum.
The 36-month position begins on 1 February 2027 and offers a competitive MSCA gross living allowance of €3,696.72 per month, a €554.69 monthly mobility allowance and, where applicable, a €515.63 family allowance, subject to correction coefficients and statutory deductions. A six-month trial period applies.
Applicants need a relevant Master’s degree, no previously completed PhD, and must satisfy MSCA mobility rules concerning residence and work in Finland. Strong qualitative research experience, academic writing, English communication skills, interdisciplinary collaboration and willingness to travel are expected. Apply in English with a motivation letter, CV, research proposal, degree documents, transcripts and English-language evidence by 27 November 2026.
Funding details
Fixed-term full-time 36-month Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network position beginning 1 February 2027. Funding includes a competitive gross living allowance of €3,696.72 per month, a mobility allowance of €554.69 per month, and a family allowance of €515.63 per month where applicable. The base allowance is adjusted by a country correction coefficient, and gross salary is subject to compulsory national deductions such as taxes and social-security contributions. A six-month trial period applies
What's required
Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree in anthropology, geography, sociology, or another relevant social science or humanities discipline before the contract begins. Applicants must not have previously completed or defended a PhD, and must not have lived or carried out their main work or studies in Finland for more than 12 months during the 36 months before the position begins, subject to Marie Skłodowska-Curie exceptions. Candidates should demonstrate independent and collaborative research ability, experience with qualitative research theory and methods, relevant academic or professional experience, strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, academic writing experience, excellent written and spoken English, and willingness to undertake international mobility, secondments, training and conference participation. Scholarly publications are appreciated. Applications require a motivation letter, CV, research proposal, degree certificates or proof of completion, official Bachelor’s and Master’s transcripts, and proof of English competence; applicants whose first language is English or who previously studied in English may request an exemption with justification.
How to apply
Submit the application in English through the University of Oulu recruitment system by 27 November 2026 at 23:59 Finnish local time. Upload a motivation letter, CV, research proposal, degree documents, official transcripts, and English-language competence evidence or an exemption justification.
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