Chelly Maes
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Fully funded PhD researchers in digital media, gender beliefs, body image, and sexuality development Université libre de Bruxelles in Belgium
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Sociology
Funding
Three fully funded PhD positions are offered as part of the ERC-funded GENSCOPE project, with extensive doctoral training. Positions last up to 4 years.
Deadline
Oct 12, 2026
Country
Belgium
University
Université libre de Bruxelles

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Dr. Chelly Maes at the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) is recruiting 3 fully funded PhD researchers for GENSCOPE, an ERC-funded project on digital media, gender beliefs, body image, sexuality development, adolescent development, mental health, and well-being.
The project examines how adolescents navigate conflicting gender narratives across social media, television, and video games, and how these experiences shape beliefs, identity, and well-being. The three PhD projects will focus on: (1) gender beliefs, attitudes & related behaviours, (2) body image development, and (3) sexuality development.
Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Communication Science, Psychology, Sociology, Behavioural Sciences, or a related discipline. The post also looks for candidates with prior research experience, interest in academic research, a foundation in quantitative and/or qualitative methods, strong teamwork skills, international/interdisciplinary motivation, and excellent English.
The positions are based in Brussels, Belgium. GENSCOPE will involve researchers from Belgium, Italy, and Czechia, and selected PhD researchers will relocate to Belgium and join ULB’s doctoral programme. The appointment starts on 1 March 2027 and lasts up to 4 years.
Application deadline: 12 October 2026.
How to apply: Email your CV, motivation letter, a short statement on how you envision your PhD within GENSCOPE, and an academic writing sample to [email protected]. See the full vacancy details via the linked announcement.
Funding details
Three fully funded PhD positions are offered as part of the ERC-funded GENSCOPE project, with extensive doctoral training. Positions last up to 4 years.
What's required
Applicants should have a Master's degree in Communication Science, Psychology, Sociology, Behavioural Sciences, or a related discipline. Previous research experience is preferred, along with a genuine interest in academic research, a strong interest in digital media and young people’s lives, a foundation in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods, teamwork skills, international and interdisciplinary interest, and excellent written and spoken English. One PhD researcher is sought from Belgium, Italy, and Czechia, and all selected researchers will relocate to Belgium and join ULB’s doctoral programme.
How to apply
Send your CV, motivation letter, a short statement explaining how you envision your PhD within GENSCOPE, and an academic writing sample to [email protected]. Review the full vacancy details before applying.
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