Fully Funded PhD in Parenting and Hope at the University of Amsterdam 2026 ·University of Amsterdam

Overview

This program offers a fully funded PhD position in Parenting in Times of Uncertainty at the University of Amsterdam, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, as part of the ERC-funded PARENTALHOPE project. The research explores how hope shapes parenting decisions in uncertain environments.

Eligibility

Applicants should have:

• A master’s degree in psychology (developmental, social, family psychology), pedagogy, or a related field.
• Strong quantitative research and analytical skills.
• Interest in parenting behaviour and theory-driven research.
• Scientific writing experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively in research teams.

Benefits

Applicants will receive:

• A fully funded 4-year PhD contract.
• An initial 1-year contract with extension to 3 additional years upon satisfactory performance.
• A monthly salary ranging from €3,059 to €3,881.
• Holiday allowance and additional bonuses.
• Graduate training and professional development opportunities.
• International research exposure and collaboration.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit:

• CV
• Motivation letter
• Writing sample (thesis or research paper)

You can apply for the position here.

Deadline

Applications close on: 17 May 2026.