PhD Positions in Humanities
As of 30 September 2026, Graduates Corner lists 50 open PhD positions in Humanities from 17 organizations in 4 countries.
Updated
Key facts
- Open listings
- 50
- Organizations
- 17
- Closing within 30 days
- 41
- State pay or funding
- 50
Before you apply
Read the full project description on the official vacancy page, check eligibility and the required documents, and contact the named supervisor with specific questions well before the deadline.
Open PhD positions in Humanities
50 current matching listings
University of Helsinki
Doctoral researcher in Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry
Helsinki, Finland
The University of Helsinki, founded in 1640, is one of the world’s leading universities for multidisciplinary research. The university has an international academic community of…
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University of Amsterdam
PhD on Continuous Optical Clock
Amsterdam, Netherlands
a recent master in experimental ultracold atom or trapped ion physics; great team working skills; initiative and good time management skills; good communication skills in oral and…
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University of Helsinki
Doctoral researcher, Effects of biochar - fertilizer combinations on tree seedling growth
Helsinki, Finland
The Department of Forest Sciences at the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of a Doctoral researcher, Effects of…
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University of Helsinki
Doctoral Researcher (PhD student) in Butterfly Ecology and Climate Change across Europe
Helsinki, Finland
Doctoral Researcher (PhD student) in Butterfly Ecology and Climate Change across Europe The Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences at the University of Helsinki invites…
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University of Oslo
PhD Research Fellow in Systematic Entomology
Oslo, Norway
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Position Learning and Control for Complex Large-Scale Systems with Applications in Greenhouses
Delft, Netherlands
Airflow control by forced convection to improve photosynthesis efficiency by CO2 delivery to the leaf surface and to couple the crop and climate regulation more tightly;…
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University of Amsterdam
PhD in Modelling Offshore Windfarm Impacts on Marine Bird Populations
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Develop mechanistic population models based on individual energetics and covering the full annual cycle and life history (egg to adult). Integrate sublethal effects (displacement,…
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
PhD position (4 years) on the Role of Foveal Processing in Spatial Attention
Amsterdam, Netherlands
map out the scientific literature on spatial attention, foveal processing, eye movements, predictive remapping, and visual perception; contribute to the further theoretical and…
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Uppsala University
PhD student in Hydrology with a focus on Flow and Transport in Fractured Rocks
Department of Earth Sciences, Sweden
PhD student in Hydrology with a focus on Flow and Transport in Fractured Rocks Are you interested in working on cutting-edge research in hydrogeology, with the support of competent…
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Uppsala University
Doctoral student in Environmental Law specialising in nuclear power
Department of Law, Sweden
The Department of Law invites applications for a PhD position in Environmental Law, specialising in nuclear power, funded by ANItA (Academic-industrial Nuclear technology…
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University of Helsinki
Doctoral Researcher position in regeneration and ageing biology, group Pentinmikko
Helsinki, Finland
Pentinmikko laboratory invites applications for a 3-year DOCTORAL RESEARCHER position in regeneration and ageing biology under the supervision of Dr. Nalle Pentinmikko. The…
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Position Combinatorics
Delft, Netherlands
Strong communication and collaboration skills Mathematical maturity on the level of a master's degree in mathematics. A master's degree in mathematics (or closely related…
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University of Jyvaskyla
Doctoral Researcher, Philosophy
Jyvaskyla, Finland
The Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy is seeking to recruit a Doctoral Researcher in Philosophy for a 4-year fixed-term contract. The contract begins on 4 January 2027…
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University of Amsterdam
PhD candidate within a multi-methods project on negation across languages
Amsterdam, Netherlands
submission of a PhD thesis within the period of appointment; presenting intermediate research results at workshops and conferences; participation in the Research School and Faculty…
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University of Gothenburg
Doctoral position in practical philosophy, with a focus on economic ethics and/or environmental ethics
Gothenburg, Sweden
Reference number PAR 2026/638 The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 58 000 students and 6800 employees make the university a large and…
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University of Oslo
PhD Research Fellow in Population Genomics
Oslo, Norway
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Stockholm University
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Cybersecurity
Stockholm, Sweden
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research…
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Stockholm University
PhD student in Practical Philosophy
Stockholm, Sweden
The Department of Philosophy at Stockholm University is the largest in Sweden, boasting a lively community of philosophers with a broad range of scholarly interests. The department…
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Stockholm University
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on AI-enabled Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Stockholm, Sweden
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research…
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Stockholm University
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Internet of Things and Machine Learning
Stockholm, Sweden
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research…
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Stockholm University
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Adaptive Immersive Experiences
Stockholm, Sweden
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research…
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University of Amsterdam
PhD candidate "When vascular clearance fails: can brain networks be restored?"
Amsterdam, Netherlands
complete and defend a PhD thesis within the official appointment duration of four years; use multidisciplinary approaches (patch-clamp, optogenetics, mouse behaviour, stereotaxic…
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Stockholm University
PhD student in Theoretical philosophy
Stockholm, Sweden
The Department of Philosophy at Stockholm University is the largest in Sweden, with vibrant research groups in a wide range of philosophical disciplines. The department has a…
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Stockholm University
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Human–Computer Interaction and Design of AI User Interfaces
Stockholm, Sweden
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research…
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in Humanities are currently open?
As of 30 September 2026, Graduates Corner lists 50 open PhD positions in Humanities from 17 organizations in 4 countries. Listings whose deadline has passed or whose original posting is marked closed are excluded from this count.
Which countries have the most open PhD positions in Humanities?
The countries with the most open listings are Netherlands (20), Sweden (16) and Finland (12).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in Humanities?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Humanities (50), Environmental Sciences (20) and Education (13).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in Humanities?
The organizations with the most open listings are Stockholm University (13), University of Amsterdam (8) and University of Helsinki (7).
Are these PhD positions funded?
50 of 50 current listings state a salary, payment or stipend. Where the source does not state compensation, the listing shows "Not specified". Confirm the terms on the official posting before applying.
How often is this list updated?
Listings are refreshed through scheduled imports and direct publication by organizations. 41 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.