Postdoctoral researcher

Organisation/Company Ghent University Research Field Architecture » Other Economics » Transport economics Geography » Other Sociology » Urban sociology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Application Deadline 6 Oct 2026 - 21:59 (UTC) Country Belgium Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - EIT Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

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

• 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.
• 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 .

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 ( , +32 (0)9/ ). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

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