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Stefaan Pleysier

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7 months ago

LINC - PhD Researcher in Youth Criminology KU Leuven in Belgium

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Sociology

Funding

Available

Deadline

Expired

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Belgium

University

KU Leuven

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Keywords

Sociology
Criminology
Empirical Research
Juvenile Justice
Criminal Law
Law
Children's Right

About this position

The Leuven Institute of Criminology (LINC) at KU Leuven is offering a full-time PhD researcher position within its 'Youth Justice' research line. LINC, part of the Faculty of Law and Criminology, is a vibrant academic community with around 70 professors, researchers, and assistants dedicated to criminological research and teaching. As a PhD researcher, you will conduct empirical research focusing on the youth justice system, examining actors, mechanisms, and responses to juvenile delinquency. The research is primarily criminological but is situated within an interdisciplinary context, incorporating legal frameworks such as youth delinquency legislation and children's rights.

Your role will also include supporting teaching activities in youth criminology and assisting students with their Master theses. Administrative tasks such as exam supervision are part of the assignment. The position offers a stimulating environment that values academic freedom, critical thinking, and personal development, and you will join a close-knit team engaged in high-quality teaching and cutting-edge research.

Applicants should be Master's students or in their final year in criminology or related humanities, with strong academic records. A passion for academic research, familiarity with legislative frameworks in youth justice, and proficiency in qualitative (NVivo) and quantitative (SPSS) data analysis are required. The ideal candidate is a motivated team player who can also work independently, is meticulous and systematic, and open to constructive feedback.

The position is a fixed-term contract for one year, renewable up to four years, with salary and benefits according to KU Leuven regulations. KU Leuven is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and provides a supportive environment for all staff and students. The application deadline is April 20, 2026. For more information, contact Prof. dr. Stefaan Pleysier or Prof. dr. Johan Put. Apply online via the KU Leuven job portal.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must be a Master's student or in their final year in criminology or other humanities, with good academic results. Demonstrated passion for academic research and keen interest in youth criminology and justice are required. Familiarity with the legislative framework and developments in youth justice is expected. Active knowledge of qualitative (NVivo) and quantitative (SPSS) data analysis software is necessary. Candidates should be able to work both independently and collaboratively, be meticulous and systematic, and open to constructive criticism.

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University Name
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Belgium

Research Interests

Criminology

Forensic Psychology

Juvenile Justice

Children's Right

Empirical Research

Prof.

University Name
Country flag

Belgium

Research Interests

Law

Criminology

Empirical Research

Children's Right

Juvenile Justice