PhD Position in Sustainable Careers in Smart Industry, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  05-Jun-2025
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  Monthly salary of €2,901 – €3,707 gross + holiday and year-end bonuses

With an aim to foster research excellence and innovative activities, the Region Radboud University has announced the PhD Position in Sustainable Careers in Smart Industry for international students for the academic year 2025-2026.

To be eligible for this PhD position, applicants must hold a master’s degree in Business Administration, Occupational Psychology, Management Science, or a related field in the Social Sciences. They should demonstrate academic excellence and have a strong interest in sustainable careers, HRM, or organisational behaviour.

Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen Information

Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen Grants

PhD Position in Sustainable Careers in Smart Industry, Netherlands 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.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Business Administration, Occupational Psychology, Management Science, or a related field in the Social Sciences

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    • Hold a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Occupational Psychology, Management Science, or a related field

    • Demonstrated interest or experience in sustainable careers, HRM, or organizational behaviour

    • Strong methodological skills, especially in qualitative and action research

    • Demonstrated academic excellence through transcripts and CV

    • Interest in human capital challenges in Industry 5.0 contexts

    • Strong communication skills and proficiency in Dutch and English

    • Ability to connect with production workers and co-create research

    • Project management, resilience, and academic writing skills

    • Ability to complete the PhD within 4 years.

Offered Benefits

  • Temporary employment contract (1.0 FTE) for 1.5 years, with possible extension to a total of 4 years

  • Gross monthly salary starting at €2,901, increasing to €3,707 in year four

  • 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus

  • 30 or 41 annual leave days (full-time basis)

  • Flexible working hours and remote work options

  • Personal development and training opportunities

  • Access to Dual Career Coaching for partners

  • Discounted sports and cultural activities at Radboud University

  • Comprehensive pension scheme

Application Process

Interested applicants must apply online through Radboud University’s application portal. Address your cover letter to Dr. Jeroen de Jong and include all required documents as stated in the application form.

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