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Postdoctoral Researcher in Inclusive Governance for the Prince Claus Chair Utrecht University in Netherlands
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Anthropology
Funding
Postdoctoral position for two years, based in Utrecht, co-funded by Utrecht University Fund and IOS. Salary is gross monthly €3,706 to €5,760 for a 38-hour week (scale 10 under CAO NU), with 8% holiday pay, 8.3% year-end bonus, pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment terms.
Deadline
Nov 1, 2026
Country
Netherlands
University
Utrecht University
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Utrecht University is advertising a Postdoctoral Researcher position for the Prince Claus Chair on Inclusive Governance, with a research focus on Suriname, Maroon governance, equity, development, traditional governance, land rights, female leadership, and the social, economic, and environmental impacts of natural resource use.
The post is based in Utrecht and is linked to the Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance, School of Governance, and Institutions for Open Societies (IOS). The role combines roughly half research and half organizational/project support, including research design, data collection and analysis, publishing, event organization, proposal support, and book-related editorial work.
This is a postdoctoral opening for a candidate with an ongoing or completed PhD in a relevant field. Required skills include fluency in Dutch and English, expertise in both qualitative and quantitative methods, interdisciplinary research experience, strong organizational and project management abilities, and a culturally sensitive, proactive working style. Knowledge of or prior experience in Suriname is an asset.
The appointment is for two years, with a gross monthly salary of €3,706 to €5,760 for a 38-hour week, plus holiday pay, year-end bonus, pension, parental leave, and flexible employment terms. The position is co-funded by Utrecht University Fund and IOS.
Deadline: 1 November 2026. Applicants should submit a CV and motivation letter via the university’s Apply Now button. For questions, contact Marnix de Witte at [email protected].
Funding details
Postdoctoral position for two years, based in Utrecht, co-funded by Utrecht University Fund and IOS. Salary is gross monthly €3,706 to €5,760 for a 38-hour week (scale 10 under CAO NU), with 8% holiday pay, 8.3% year-end bonus, pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment terms.
What's required
Ongoing or completed PhD in a relevant field; fluency in Dutch and English; expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies; strong interest in governance, institutions, equity and development, and global perspectives; experience with interdisciplinary research projects; strong social and organizational skills including project management and event coordination; proactive, hands-on, and culturally sensitive working style. Knowledge of and/or previous working experience in Suriname is an asset.
How to apply
Prepare a curriculum vitae and a letter of motivation, then submit them via the Apply Now button on the Utrecht University vacancy page. For questions, contact Marnix de Witte at [email protected].
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