Postdoctoral researcher

→ Apply before 06/10/2026 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time) → Faculty of Sciences → Department: WE12
- Geografie → Occupancy rate:70% → Number of positions: 1 → Type of employment: Contract of limited duration → Term of assignment: 3 maanden → Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree) → Required diploma:PhD ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students. YOUR TASKS You support the EIT Urban Mobility Doctoral Training Network (DTN) and help connect doctoral researchers, alumni, supervisors and partner organisations. Your tasks include:
• You promote DTN activities and opportunities through accessible web, newsletters and social media content;
• You participate in DTN meetings, workshops and network events, and help prepare agendas, materials and follow-up;
• You help organise training sessions, research exchanges and events, including practical coordination with partners and participants;
• You maintain contact with the DTN community and identify opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange;
• You promote the Journal of Urban Mobility among relevant researchers and at academic events;
• You collect feedback and basic participation information and contribute to brief reports on DTN activities and outreach;
• You contribute to new research proposals and international collaborations that contribute to the development of the DTN. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• You hold a thesis-based doctorate in Geography, Urban Planning, Transport Studies, Mobility Studies or a closely related field.
• You can write and speak English and Dutch effectively for academic and organisational communications.
• You work independently and can collaborate with partners from different institutions.
• You have experience in organising (academic) activities and events.
• You have experience in international academic networks, science communication and editorial processes.
• Completion of the EIT Urban Mobility Doctoral Training Programme, demonstrated by its certificate, is an asset. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
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We offer
a contract of 70% of definite duration for a period of 3 months.
• Your contract will start on 1/11/2026 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale PD1 to PD4. Click here for more information about our salary scales.
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits. INTERESTED? Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system. Your application must include the following documents:
• In the field ‘CV’: your CV and a transcript of your academic record (merged into one pdf file)
• In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
• In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
• In the field “other documents”: names and contact details of two references who are willing to give a recommendation; optionally, the EIT Urban Mobility DTN certificate or comparable network activities. Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB. As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position. MORE INFORMATION For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Frank Witlox (Frank.
Witlox@UGent.be, +32 (0)9/264 46 95). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online. Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via selecties@ugent.be.