Postdoctoral researcher in sociology of climate change

Karlstad University; Antwerpen; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading European university seeks a postdoctoral researcher in sociology of climate change. The role involves qualitative analysis of media discourse, joining an international team, and publishing academic articles. Candidates should have a PhD in sociology, fluency in Spanish and English, and experience with qualitative research methods and tools. The position offers a dynamic working environment and a competitive salary.

Prestations

Gross monthly salary calculated according to the pay scale

Ecocheques and Internet-connectivity allowance

Insurance benefits

Transportation reimbursement

Qualifications

• You hold a PhD in sociology or a closely related discipline.
• You have excellent language skills in Spanish and English.
• Proven track record of publishing in international journals.
• You are familiar with qualitative research methods.

Responsabilités

• Conduct qualitative analysis of Spanish media discourse on climate change.
• Join an international research team on climate change responses.
• Draft articles for scholarly publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Connaissances

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Qualitative research methods

Experience with QDA software

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Formation

PhD in sociology or related discipline

Outils

Nvivo

MaxQDA

Atlas.ti

Description du poste

Postdoctoral researcher in sociology of climate change

Let’s shape the future - University of Antwerp

The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow's world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape.

The Department of Sociology in the Faculty of Social Sciences is looking for a full-time (100%)postdoctoral researcher in the field of sociology of climate change

• As part of a cross-national study, you will conduct a qualitative analysis of Spanish media discourse on the issues of climate change and decarbonization.
• You will join an international, dynamic research team investigating contested societal responses to climate change across Europe.
• You will jointly draft articles and other outputs for scholarly publication in international peer-reviewed journals.
• You will gain experience in managing an ERC-funded research project.

Profile

• You hold a PhD in sociology or a closely related discipline, or will have obtained it before the start of the contract.
• You have excellent language skills in Spanish and English. Additional language skills in one of the languages relevant to the project (German, Polish, Swedish) are a plus.
• You demonstrate a strong interest in climate change and sustainable transformation and have broad knowledge about these dynamics in the context of Spain.
• You have practical experience with qualitative research methods, particularly discourse or content analysis.
• You are familiar with Qualitative Data Analysis (QDA) software like Nvivo, MaxQDA or Atlas.ti.
• Interest in economic sociology, the sociology of imagined futures or related fields of research is considered an asset.
• You have a proven track record of publishing in international, peer-reviewed journals.
• You are reliable, capable of working independently, and demonstrate initiative.
• You possess strong organizational and communication skills.
• You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation

What we offer

• We offer an appointment as a visiting postdoctoral researcher for a period of 4-6 months, upon mutual agreement.
• Your gross monthly salary is calculated according to the pay scale for a postdoctoral researcher in the Contract Research Staff category (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP). If you work part time, your salary is calculated proportionally on the basis of your employment percentage.
• You will receive ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance, a group insurance, an income protection insurance, and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
• The planned start date is January 15, 2026 or as soon as possible after that date.
• You will do most of your work at Stadscampus in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
• Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here .

Want to apply?

• You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform up to and including October 20, 2025 (by midnight Brussels time). Click on the 'Apply' button and complete the online application form. Be sure to include the following attachments:
  • A motivation letter, detailing how the visiting postdoc contributes to your broader research interests and career development plans
  • Your academic CV
  • A copy of your Master and PhD certificate
• The selection committee reviews all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. If you are still eligible after the pre-selection, you will be informed about the possible next step(s) in the selection procedure.
  The selection interviews will take place on October 29, 2025.

The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.

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Postdoctoral researcher in sociology of climate change

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