PhD in Sociology: AI, Data & Inequality Research Fellowship

EURAXESS Ireland; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time PhD scholarship

Home-working options

Hospitalisation insurance

Reimbursement for commute

Learning platforms and training courses

Job summary

EURAXESS Ireland is offering a position for a First Stage Researcher (R1) at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. This full-time PhD scholarship lasts 12 months (extendable) and focuses on researching how AI systems influence societal inequalities.

Qualified applicants should hold a Master’s degree in sociology or a related field and have strong knowledge of Dutch and English. The role includes teaching, conducting research, and collaborating in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in sociology or a related social science.
• Excellent knowledge of Dutch and English.
• Solid quantitative mindset and experience with statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support statistical courses within the Bachelor of Sociology.
• Develop a PhD research topic on AI and societal implications.
• Conduct research using quantitative and computational methods.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Dutch proficiency

English proficiency

Research skills

Quantitative mindset

Education

Master's degree in sociology or related social science

Job description

EURAXESS Ireland is offering a position for a First Stage Researcher (R1) at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. This full-time PhD scholarship lasts 12 months (extendable) and focuses on researching how AI systems influence societal inequalities.

Qualified applicants should hold a Master’s degree in sociology or a related field and have strong knowledge of Dutch and English. The role includes teaching, conducting research, and collaborating in a supportive environment.