Doctoral Researcher in Anthropology
Investigate migration, temporality, and urban change in post-industrial Europe as part of the MSCA MITIME network.
Best for:Best for graduate students in social sciences or humanities with a background in qualitative methods and a strong interest in migration and urban studies.
Overview
The University of Oulu invites applications for a fully funded Doctoral Researcher position in Cultural Anthropology within the Faculty of Humanities. Operating as part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network MITIME, the candidate will conduct original research exploring the intersection of migration, labour, and urban pasts and futures in Finland and/or Germany. The role combines multimodal ethnography and critical discourse analysis with international secondments at institutional and academic partners. The successful applicant will produce a PhD thesis while participating in comprehensive network training activities.
What you'll do
- Conduct an independent doctoral research project focusing on migration, temporality, and urban change in post-industrial settings
- Employ multimodal ethnographic methods such as participant observation, interviews, and arts-based approaches
- Perform critical discourse analysis on policy documents, planning initiatives, and urban branding materials
- Complete two international secondments at the City of Oulu and Ruhr University Bochum
- Collaborate with network partners to author joint scientific articles, reports, and conference papers
- Participate actively in MITIME training events, summer schools, workshops, and dissemination activities
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in anthropology, geography, sociology, or a related social science or humanities discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent written and spoken communication skills
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated academic writing experience in social sciences or humanities
- Prior experience with theoretical and methodological aspects of qualitative research
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail
- Capacity to complete a doctoral research project within a three-year timeframe
- Must not have previously completed or defended a PhD
- Must not have resided or carried out main activities in Finland for more than 12 months in the 36 months prior to the start date
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-27 (Europe/Helsinki)
Prepare all required application documents in English, including a motivation letter, CV, research proposal, degree transcripts, and language proof. Submit the complete application package through the online recruitment system by the specified deadline.
- Motivation Letter
- CV
- Research Proposal
- Degree Certificates
- Official Transcripts
- Proof of English Language Competence
Contact
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