Radboud University is pleased to announce PhD Position in Spatial Energy Planning for Positive Energy Districts for the academic session 2025/2026.
To be eligible for this PhD position, applicants must hold or be near completion of a Master’s degree in spatial planning, geography, geo-information science, environmental science, or a related field with a strong focus on GIS and spatial analysis.
Radboud University is a leading research university located in Nijmegen, the Netherlands. Known for its strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and societal impact, the university offers high-quality education and cutting-edge research across a wide range of disciplines. With a vibrant academic community and a commitment to sustainability, equality, and innovation, Radboud University aims to contribute to a healthy and just society.
Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen Information
Established in 1923, Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (Radboud University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Nijmegen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Gelderland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (RU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 96 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Application Process
Applications can be submitted via the official Radboud University application portal. Applicants must address their cover letter to Dr. Henk-Jan Kooij and upload all required documents as indicated in the application form.
First Interviews: 2 and/or 3 July 2025
Second Interviews: 8–10 July 2025
Preferred Start Date: 1 September 2025