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Doctoral Studentship in Political Science – Sociology of Authoritarian Law in Eurasia (SOCIAL MSCA Network) Södertörn University in Sweden

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PhD

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Sociology

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Available

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Expired

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Sweden

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Södertörn University

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Keywords

Sociology
Political Science
Public Policy
Empirical Research
Social Science
Jurisprudence
Governance
Civil Law
Legal Theory
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Authoritarianism
Eastern Europe
Central Asia

About this position

Södertörn University in Stockholm, Sweden, invites applications for a doctoral studentship in Political Science, to be conducted within the Sociology of Authoritarian Law in Eurasia (SOCIAL) MSCA Doctoral Networks research project. The university is a dynamic institution with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research and education, particularly in the humanities, social sciences, technology, and natural sciences. The SOCIAL doctoral network aims to train 17 doctoral candidates in the sociology of authoritarian law, focusing on Central Asia.

The project’s three main goals are: advancing empirical and theoretical understanding of law–society–governance dynamics under authoritarian regimes; providing sustainable, interdisciplinary doctoral training across disciplines and regions; and promoting policy outreach by translating research findings into actionable intelligence through workshops, publications, and policy briefs. The university’s research has a notable emphasis on the Baltic Sea region and Eastern Europe, and the environment is characterized by a collaborative, world-minded, and innovative approach. The position is open to candidates with a strong academic background in political science, sociology, law, or related fields, and a keen interest in the intersection of law, society, and governance under authoritarianism. The doctoral studentship offers the opportunity to be part of a vibrant international research network and to contribute to cutting-edge research with real-world policy implications.

For more information about the position, application procedures, and requirements, candidates are encouraged to visit the official Södertörn University vacancy page or contact the listed professors and officers. The application deadline is January 31, 2026.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must hold a relevant degree (typically a master's) in political science, sociology, law, or a related field. Strong academic record, research interest in the sociology of authoritarian law, and excellent command of English are expected. Specific requirements regarding GPA, language tests, or additional skills are not detailed in the provided information.

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Professor at Södertörn University

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Sweden

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Public Policy

Civil Law

Legal Theory

Central Asia

Empirical Research

Professor, head of department at Södertörn University

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Sweden

Research Interests

Political Sociology

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Young People

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Professor at Södertörn University

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Sweden

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Civil Law

Public Policy

Eastern Europe

Legal Theory

Jurisprudence

Director of Studies (third cycle) at Södertörn University

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Sweden

Research Interests

Public Policy

Civil Law

Empirical Research

Authoritarianism

Sociology

Human Resources Officer at Södertörn University

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Sweden

Research Interests

Civil Law

Public Policy

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Empirical Research

Governance