PhD in Habitability, Social Reproduction, Gender and Territorial Studies at Université Paris Cité Université Paris Cité in France

PhD opportunity in Habitability, Social Reproduction, Gender, and Territorial Studies at Université Paris Cité, linked to Cité du Genre and the Centre des Politiques de la Terre. The thesis topic is titled “Habitabilité et reproduction sociale : approche de genre et territorialisée” and focuses on gender, social reproduction, territorial habitability, critical analysis of capitalism, and environmental issues.

This is a doctoral contract (contrat doctoral / CDD) lasting 36 months, starting on 1 October 2026, with a salary of approximately 2300 EUR gross per month. The position is full-time and based in Paris, France.

Applicants should have a Master 2 completed before the start date, a strong interest in interdisciplinary humanities and social sciences, and a solid background in SHS. French and English are required, and the post also mentions the possible need for the language of the research field.

The application file should include a motivation letter, agreement letters from the supervisor/co-supervisor and host research unit, a detailed CV, M1 and M2 transcripts, and a thesis proposal of 10,000 to 12,000 characters/signs. The deadline is 5 June 2026, and shortlisted candidates will be auditioned during the week of 22 June 2026.

Contact emails listed in the post are [email protected] and [email protected].