Fully Funded PhD in Early Modern English Literature and Drama at Leiden University Leiden University in Netherlands

Leiden University is offering a fully funded 4-year PhD position within the project 'Judicial Guardians', focusing on literary representations of wardship in early modern English drama. The project is led by Dr Lotte Fikkers and co-supervised by Professor Nadine Akkerman, an expert in early modern literature and culture. This opportunity is ideal for graduates in English literature with a strong interest in early modern studies, drama, and archival research. The research will explore the intersection of literature, history, and law through the lens of wardship in English drama, providing a rich interdisciplinary environment. The position is based at Leiden University in the Netherlands, a leading institution in the humanities. The PhD is fully funded for four years, offering financial security and academic support. Applicants should have a background in English literature or a related field and a keen interest in early modern studies. For more information and to apply, visit the official Leiden University vacancies page linked in the announcement.