Post-doctoral assistant Department of Educational Sciences

→   Apply until 10/11/2026 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)     →   Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences     →   Department PP23 - Educational Sciences     →   AAP temporary appointment - 50%     →   Number of openings: 1     →   Reference number: 202610/PP23/DA/004

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.

YOUR TASKS

• You will devote 70% of your time to academic research in the field of educational research in general, and in the areas of teacher education and professional development, as well as language education, in particular. This also includes fundraising in these areas.

• You will assist with the department’s teaching (as a primary instructor or co-instructor) in the Educational Sciences program and/or the Master’s in Primary Education. The specific course load and educational development tasks will be determined in consultation with Ruben Vanderlinde and Hilde Van Keer.

• You will supervise doctoral students in collaboration with the (administrative) advisor.

• You will be involved in supervising internships, serving as a doctoral advisor, and supervising master’s theses.

• You will also serve as a thesis examiner for master’s theses within the faculty.

• You will contribute to the department’s internal and external services (e.g., proctoring exams, SID-ins, information days and weekends, engaging with and organizing activities involving professionals in the field, organizing conferences, etc.).

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a doctoral degree (Educatonal Sciences). The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment.

• For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted

• You have distinguished yourself as a promising researcher during your doctoral work

• You have experience conducting educational research - both scientific and project-based - as well as providing services.

• You are familiar with the methodological characteristics of educational research.

• You have multiple relevant scholarly publications in widely circulated international and national academic journals that rely on experts to review submitted manuscripts.

• Experience in securing and coordinating projects is a plus.

• You have actively participated in continuing education programs, conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities.

• You have a strong interest in academic teaching.

• You possess strong pedagogical and teaching skills necessary to deliver high-quality academic instruction and to mentor students.

• You possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• You possess excellent oral and written communication skills in Dutch and English.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a temporary appointment for a period of 2,5 years. The appointment cannot be renewed

• Even if you have already been appointed earlier (whether or not at another university and whether or not in the same field of discipline) in a first term of up to 3 years, you can apply. The second appointment does not have to be immediately connected to a first term

• Your appointment will start on 1 February 2027 at the earliest

• Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP5. More information about our salary scales

• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits

INTERESTED?

Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.

Your application must include the following documents

• In the field ‘Cv’ : your cv and an overview of your relevant scientific publications (merged into one pdf file)

• In the field ‘Cover letter’ : your application letter in pdf format

• In the field ‘Diploma’ : a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages

• In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence’ : only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en . For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required

Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.

As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about this vacancy, please contact prof. Ruben Vanderlinde (Ruben.Vanderlinde@UGent.be) en prof. Hilde Van Keer (Hilde.VanKeer@UGent.be).

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the  FAQ or contact us via selecties@ugent.be.