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    PhD Opportunity in Arts and Children’s Social Development @University of Amsterdam

    about 3 hours ago·University of Amsterdam is hiring a PhD Opportunity in Arts and Children’s Social Development·📍 Location: Netherlands

    Overview

    A unique, fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) exploring how performing arts shape young children’s social development.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Design and conduct lab and real-world experiments with children
    • Collect and analyze behavioural and physiological data
    • Explore concepts such as empathy, synchrony, and imagination
    • Work closely with families, artists, and researchers
    • Publish findings and present at international conferences

    Requirements

    • Master’s degree in Psychology or a related field
    • Strong quantitative and coding skills
    • Experience or interest in working with children
    • Strong communication and organizational skills
    • Interest in interdisciplinary research

    Benefits

    • Salary: €3,059 – €3,881 per month (fully funded)
    • Access to advanced research labs and facilities
    • Join a strong international research network
    • Benefit from training, conferences, and career development opportunities

    Location

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

    How to Apply

    Apply here

    Deadline

    May 13, 2026

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