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Postdoctoral Researcher in Climate Policy, Democratic Governance and Quantitative Survey Analysis Ghent University in Belgium

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Political Science

Funding

This is a 100% contract of definite duration for seven months, from 15 December 2026 to 14 July 2027, with the earliest start date of 15 December 2026. Remuneration is determined by Ghent University's PD1 to PD4 salary scale for doctoral-degree holders. Staff benefits include training and education opportunities, 36 days of annual leave for full-time employment, annual bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers.

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Nov 30, 2026

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Political Science
Public Administration
Project Management
Climate Policy

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About this position

Ghent University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Public Governance and Management within the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration. The researcher will build on work from the Horizon RETOOL project, which examines how democratic governance can be strengthened for climate transitions.

The project combines research on climate action, climate policy and democratic governance in Europe and the European Union. The postdoctoral researcher will conduct quantitative analysis of survey data and contribute to research examining how governance systems and political processes support climate transitions.

The role also includes project management responsibilities, such as overseeing project tasks, communicating with project partners, and preparing, organizing and following up on project team meetings. The researcher will contribute to scientific articles and policy-oriented publications, including policy briefs, helping connect academic findings with policymaking.

Prof. Claire Dupont is listed as the contact for further information. The position is situated within Ghent University's Department of Public Governance and Management and offers an environment combining political science, public administration, quantitative methods and European climate-governance research.

Funding details

This is a 100% contract of definite duration for seven months, from 15 December 2026 to 14 July 2027, with the earliest start date of 15 December 2026. Remuneration is determined by Ghent University's PD1 to PD4 salary scale for doctoral-degree holders. Staff benefits include training and education opportunities, 36 days of annual leave for full-time employment, annual bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers.

What's required

Applicants must hold a thesis-based doctorate in political science, public administration or a related field, with expertise in climate policy and politics and democratic governance in Europe and/or the European Union. Excellent survey analysis and quantitative analytical methodological skills, project management skills, English-language ability, communication and writing skills are required, along with demonstrated capacity to contribute to high-quality scientific articles and develop policy-oriented publications such as policy briefs. Capacity for qualitative analysis or mixed-method approaches and engagement with policymakers is desirable.

How to apply

Apply online through Ghent University's e-recruitment system before 30 November 2026 at 23:59 Brussels Time. Submit a CV and academic transcript merged into one PDF, a cover letter in PDF format, and a PhD certificate or transcript if available; include an approved translation for qualifying documents not in Dutch, French, German or English.

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