University of Zurich
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Postdoctoral Researcher in Philosophy of Language, Epistemology, and Philosophy of Science University of Zurich in Switzerland
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Philosophy
Funding
SNSF-funded 4-year postdoctoral position at 100%.
Deadline
Oct 6, 2026
Country
Switzerland
University
University of Zurich

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The Department of Philosophy at the University of Zurich is hiring a Postdoctoral Researcher for the SNSF-funded project “Understanding: Between Contents and Phenomena”, a 4-year, 100% position starting in December 2026 or by arrangement.
The project is directed by Miloud Belkoniene and investigates how understanding works across linguistic, empirical, and moral phenomena. It brings together philosophy of language, epistemology, philosophy of science, and moral philosophy to study the cognitive capacities involved in grasping representations such as explanations and how these capacities differ when understanding empirical versus normative phenomena.
The postdoctoral researcher will conduct and publish research on one of the project’s main hypotheses and may focus on any of the three subprojects. The role also includes active participation in the research group’s activities, including colloquia, workshops, conference organization, and editorial projects.
Applicants should hold a PhD in Philosophy (preferably with specialization in Epistemology, Philosophy of Language, or Philosophy of Science) by the time they start, and should have a strong publication record plus excellent English communication skills.
To apply, submit a single PDF with a cover letter, CV, a short research proposal (max 2000 words), and a writing sample (max 8000 words). The deadline is 2026-10-06.
Location: Zürichbergstrasse, Zürich, Switzerland.
Funding details
SNSF-funded 4-year postdoctoral position at 100%.
What's required
PhD in Philosophy, preferably with specialization in Epistemology, Philosophy of Language, or Philosophy of Science; the successful candidate must have obtained the PhD by the time they take up the position. Applicants should have a strong publication record and excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
How to apply
Submit a single PDF application including a cover letter, CV, a short research proposal (up to 2000 words), and a sample of written work (up to 8000 words). Apply by 06.10.2026 via the application portal.
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