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At the Department of Communication and Psychology the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities Aalborg University a position as a PhD fellow in educational pscychology will be open for appointment as of 1st of February 2026. The PhD Fellow will be a part of the project PRAXIS a research project funded by Tuborgfondet.

The appointment as PhD fellow will be a fixed term (3 years) full-time position which will include both research and teaching activities.

The position will primarily be attached to the section Psychology of Culture Humanity and Education (Psyche) which focuses its research on the following main themes:

• Dynamic research community advancing qualitative psychology
• Strong emphasis on interdisciplinarity and theoretical rigor
• Approaches qualitative research as an integrated whole where methods theory and empirical work mutually enrich each other
• Brings together diverse perspectives: humanistic educational socio-cultural and existential psychology
• Actively contributes to public debates and societal discussions

Furthermore The PhD fellow will become part of the project group and enrolled in the PhD school at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Aalborg University.

In terms of research

The proposed PhD project will be situated within the broader framework of PRAXIS which investigates how creative experimental and practice-based learning cultures can be developed in vocational education. While the PhD fellow is expected to contribute to this overarching agenda the position also allows and requires the development of an independent subproject. This means that the PhD-fellow in close dialogue with the main supervisor Professor Lene Tanggaard and the research team will identify and refine their own research focus. The PhD project should therefore engage with themes such as learning cultures creativity and experimentation in vocational education but the precise research questions theoretical framing and methodological design will be shaped by the fellows own academic interests and this way the project combines the strength of being embedded in a larger collaborative research environment with the opportunity to pursue an original and self-defined line of inquiry. The project must however remain grounded in the context of vocational education and focus specifically on learning cultures within vocational schools.

This PhD position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a major research initiative while at the same time developing an original and independent line of research within the field of vocational education.

Qualifications

The employed are expected to undertake research and publish research output of a recognized quality and engage in external research networks and collaborations.

In relation to research applicants should document:

• Experience skills and achievements that demonstrate the ability or potential to produce high quality research outputs and publish in journals
• A personal research plan which is consistent with the project
• Experience skills and achievements that demonstrate the ability or potential to develop external and/or international networks and collaborations
• Experience skills and achievements that demonstrate the ability or potential to engage in activities with actors outside academia to enhance the impact of research

In terms of teaching

The position includes teaching at the Departments educations.

The employed are expected to quality teaching supervision and associated examination as required across the range of modules offered on the Pshychology program.

In relation to teaching applicants should document:

Ability to teach supervise and assess written and oral performances. International applicants are expected to learn Danish.

Aalborg University works with a problem-based learning model(PBL). Documented experience with PBL is not mandatory although it would be an advantage. If you havent completed a PBL-course you will be required to do so within your first year of employment.

Other expectations

In terms of personal qualities the applicant is expected to have strong cooperative abilities and the ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with researchers of various research social and cultural backgrounds. A national as well as an international network is an advantage.

The applicant must be prepared to actively participate in all aspects of the day-to-day activities of the department designated section study programs as well as with colleagues at other departments. For information on the research profile of the department etc. please see the departments website(below).

Who are we
The Department of Communication and Psychology is a part of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and is in both Aalborg and Copenhagen. Our department is dedicated to enhancing human and community participation in society through interdisciplinary research and education. We combine classical and modern humanistic disciplines and promote innovative thinking and a commitment to contributing to society. As part of our large and diverse Department youll be working alongside over 150 scientific staff and more than 2400 addition we have over 30 Ph.D. students and an administration team of 40 staff members.

Join us in making a difference in society!
More information about the research profile of the Department can be found here: .

Qualification requirements
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Masters degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Social Sciences and Humanities in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.

Please visit the website of the doctoral schoolfor further information on admission requirements.

How to apply
Your application must include the following:

• Application stating reasons for applying and qualifications in relation to the position
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Diplomas (bachelor and masters degree diploma)
• Applicants WHO are planning to complete a doctoral thesis in English and who do not have English as a first language or WHO have not completed an English language-based Masters programme (or an equivalent educational achievement in English) shall provide documentation that they have passed one of the following official tests with the respective minimum score: IELTS (band score): 7 TOEFL (paper-based): 600 TOEFL (internet-based): 100. The language test must be no more than five years old at the time of the application.
• Other relevant documents

The application must be submitted via Aalborg Universitys recruitment system which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg Universitys website.

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore everyone regardless of personal background and orientation is encouraged to apply for the position.

Do you have any questions
If you have any questions about the position you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.

Further information
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The assessment of candidates for the position will be carried out by qualified experts.
Shortlisting will be applied. This means that after the application deadline the head of the department with the assistance of the hiring committee will select the applicants to be assessed. All applicants will be informed whether they have been shortlisted for assessment or not.

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires ensuring the safety compliance and integrity of the workplace.

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Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).

Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).

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