Postdoc in Eco-Funerary Sociology

Université Jean Monnet; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading university in France is offering a postdoctoral position in sociology at the Centre Max Weber to study innovative burial techniques. The role involves conducting interviews, preparing scientific publications, and participating in workshops. Candidates must have a PhD in social sciences, preferably focusing on funeral services, and possess strong qualitative research skills. Proficiency in French is essential, with reading skills in scientific English required. This is a full-time position for an 18-month fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• PhD in social sciences, especially sociology or anthropology, awarded before 20 January 2026.
• Thesis work in funeral services.
• Mastery of qualitative research techniques.

Responsabilités

• Conduct comprehensive interviews with stakeholders across countries.
• Write reports based on observations and interviews.
• Monitor the dissemination of new burial techniques.

Connaissances

Qualitative research techniques

Document analysis

French language proficiency

Writing skills

Formation

PhD in social sciences

Description du poste

A leading university in France is offering a postdoctoral position in sociology at the Centre Max Weber to study innovative burial techniques. The role involves conducting interviews, preparing scientific publications, and participating in workshops. Candidates must have a PhD in social sciences, preferably focusing on funeral services, and possess strong qualitative research skills. Proficiency in French is essential, with reading skills in scientific English required. This is a full-time position for an 18-month fixed-term contract.