PhD Research Fellow in Human Geography and Sustainable Development
Join the University of Bergen’s Department of Geography for a 4-year PhD fellowship combining research, teaching, and sustainable development studies.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers with a strong background in human geography, sustainable development, or related social sciences, seeking a structured PhD programme with a balance of research and teaching.
Overview
This PhD position at the University of Bergen’s Department of Geography focuses on Human Geography and Sustainable Development. The successful candidate will conduct independent research while contributing 25% of their time to teaching, supervision, and administrative tasks. The programme offers a structured academic environment with opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research and contribute to sustainable development discourse. Applicants should be passionate about addressing contemporary challenges in human geography and eager to develop their research skills in a supportive academic setting.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent and original research in the field of Human Geography and Sustainable Development under academic supervision.
- Develop and implement a PhD research project aligned with the department’s research priorities.
- Teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students as part of a 25% workload commitment.
- Participate in administrative tasks related to the department’s operations and research activities.
- Present research findings at conferences, workshops, and seminars.
- Collaborate with faculty and peers to foster interdisciplinary research initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Human Geography, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English proficiency at a level sufficient for academic research and teaching (no specific test score mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in human geography, sustainable development, or related disciplines.
- Excellent research and writing skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an academic setting.
- Experience with qualitative or quantitative research methods relevant to geography or social sciences.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
- Applicants must hold or be close to completing a relevant master’s degree.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15 (Europe/Oslo)
Applicants must submit their application through the University of Bergen’s official application portal. The application should include a cover letter, CV, transcripts, a project description, and the names of two references. Detailed instructions will be provided on the application portal.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Transcripts of academic records (BSc and MSc)
- Project description outlining the proposed PhD research
- Names and contact details of two references
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