PostDoc in Mental Health in Schools and Participatory Educational Research KU Leuven in Belgium

KU Leuven is advertising a PostDoc position in mental health in schools within the Together4MH Horizon Europe project. The role is embedded in the Methodology of Educational Sciences Research Group (CMPO) and led by Prof. Melissa De Smet. The project is a large-scale, participatory initiative developing an evidence-based mental health toolbox for schools, universities, and workplaces across seven European countries.

The successful candidate will focus on the Flemish school context and work closely with the Catholic school network using a co-creation approach. The post emphasizes rigorous qualitative research and mixed methods research with real-world policy impact at European scale.

Eligibility highlights: this is a 0.6 FTE postdoctoral appointment for one year, with the possibility of extension up to four years. Applicants must have C1-level Dutch and C1-level English.

Application deadline: 31 July 2026.

How to apply: read the full vacancy details on the KU Leuven job site and submit your application through the official vacancy page before the deadline.