Doctoral scholarship holder Governance and regulation of urban logistics

Organisation/Company University of Antwerp Research Field Economics » Transport economics Economics » Other Juridical sciences » Environmental law Juridical sciences » Public law Juridical sciences » Other Political sciences » Public policy Sociology » Urban sociology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 11 Nov 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) Country Belgium Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

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The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20 000 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 6 000 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 Faculty of Law is looking for a full-time (100%) doctoral scholarship holder in the field of Governance and Regulation of Urban Logistics

Position

• You will actively work on the preparation and defence of a PhD thesis in the field of Sustainable Urban Logistics Governance and Regulation. This PhD research sits within the European project S³L²OGR (Smart, Social and Sustainable Last-mile Logistics Governance and Regulation). The project investigates how cities can steer sustainable last-mile logistics through innovative regulatory and governance mechanisms. Using participatory methods, living labs, and co-creation with public authorities, logistics operators, workers, and citizens, the project aims to design policy and regulatory solutions that reduce congestion, emissions, and spatial conflicts while enhancing social equity and economic viability. The PhD research will focus on analysing existing legal and policy frameworks, mapping logistics ecosystems and stakeholder relationships, developing novel governance instruments for urban logistics, as well as contributing to the development of a European toolkit for sustainable and inclusive urban logistics governance.
  • You will draw up a research plan and corresponding research methods in consultation with your supervisor(s) and undertake the necessary administration for a smooth PhD process.
  • You will conduct the research efficiently and to an appropriate standard, possibly abroad, and compete for funding for general or specific costs.
  • You will report progress to your supervisor(s) and committees, and present your research at scientific conferences.
  • You will defend your thesis publicly and aim for publication in the scientific press.
• You will make a supporting, scientific contribution to existing research projects or lines of research within and beyond your own doctoral research, as may be decided by your supervisor(s)
• You will compete for internal or external predoctoral funding.
• In addition to project-based research, you will also be responsible for a limited range of support tasks related to teaching and/or research management within the faculty of law.

Profile

• You hold a master degree in law or social sciences or you will have obtained it by the time of appointment.
• You can provide evidence of excellent study results.
• You have experience with comparative research. /Experience with empirical legal research is recommended.
• You have a good knowledge of English, both oral and written. Good knowledge of Dutch is an added advantage (in view of the data collection that will be involved in the project)
• Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision .
• You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
• You are an independent and creative thinker, with a strong willingness to learn and collaborate in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.

What we offer

• We offer a doctoral scholarship for a period of two years. Following a positive evaluation, the scholarship can be renewed for another two years.
• We offer the opportunity to take part in academic activities within the scope of your work, as well as the opportunity to further develop yourself through training and education.
• The planned start date is between February 1 and July 15 2027.
• Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts for doctoral scholarship holders.
• You will receive ecocheques, In