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PhD-student: Online/offline relaties van jongeren Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in Netherlands
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Education
Funding
Salary of €3,204 per month in the first year rising to €4,051 per month in the fourth year at full-time equivalent; 0.8 FTE appointment initially for 1 year, with extension up to a total of 5 years subject to sufficient perspective.
Deadline
Nov 24, 2026
Country
Netherlands
University
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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About this position
This PhD project at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam examines how online and offline social relationships among young people are intertwined, and how digital experiences may support positive relationships, mental wellbeing, and flourishing. The position is embedded in the Stronger2gether consortium, a transdisciplinary research community that links science and practice.
The doctoral researcher will work with students in vmbo, mbo, and special education, together with teachers and other professionals who play an important role in young people’s lives. The project combines a systematic review with qualitative focus groups, design-based research in close collaboration with young people and practitioners, and possibly mixed-methods evaluation work. A central aim is to help develop and refine interventions and existing approaches that teachers can use to strengthen positive peer relationships, including in relation to young people’s online and offline worlds.
The research contributes to the development of the CARES model (Child & Adolescent Relationships & Ecological Support) and is explicitly intended to produce insights that can be applied in educational and practice settings. The student will join a collaborative environment within the VU Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences and the LEARN! research institute, with opportunities to work alongside other PhD candidates, researchers, and practitioners. The project also includes co-research with young people and participation in training, intervision, and methods sessions.
Supervision is provided by Anne de Bruijn, Ina Koning, Svenja Buttner, and Chiel van der Veen.
Funding details
Salary of €3,204 per month in the first year rising to €4,051 per month in the fourth year at full-time equivalent; 0.8 FTE appointment initially for 1 year, with extension up to a total of 5 years subject to sufficient perspective.
What's required
Applicants need a (research) master’s degree in behavioural sciences such as psychology, educational sciences, or pedagogy, or a related field. The post asks for demonstrable experience in designing and conducting qualitative and quantitative empirical research, preferably supported by publications, interest in social relationships among students and practice improvement, interest in understanding youths’ online world, curiosity and analytical skills, affinity with transdisciplinary and practice-oriented research, strong active command of English and Dutch in speaking and writing, ability to work well in teams with practice partners and co-researchers, and enjoyment of working with young people.
How to apply
Apply via the AcademicTransfer application link before 24 November 2026. Do not send applications by email, as emailed applications will not be processed. Be prepared to provide a diploma and references as part of the selection procedure.
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