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PhD positions Graduate School of Humanities: Language and Cognition
Organization: University of Groningen
Location: Groningen, Netherlands
Field: Language and Cognition
Requirements:
university graduate - MA degree in the Arts - strong motivation to complete a PhD dissertation in four years - proven affinity with chosen subject - indication of research preferences and strategies for the elaboration of the PhD - proven research abilities - fluency in written and spoken English (TOEFL 620, IELTS 7,5, Cambridge Advanced CAE).
Abstract:
The Graduate School of Humanities offers 3 positions to graduates in the Arts. Candidates submit a research proposal (max. 1500 words). They are free to choose their own subject, but it should fit into the field of one of the three research institutes at
Description:
The Graduate School of Humanities offers 3 positions to graduates in the Arts. Candidates submit a research proposal (max. 1500 words). They are free to choose their own subject, but it should fit into the field of one of the three research institutes at the Faculty of Arts, in this particular case the Center of Language and Cognition (CLCG). Candidates are expected to complete a PhD dissertation within a four-year period. Candidates and their proposals will be judged on: - individual research qualities of the candidate - originality of the research proposal - quality of the proposed methodology incl. sources - prospects of completion within 4 years - feasibility of supervision from existing research fields within the Faculty of Arts.
The University of Groningen offers a salary of € 2,042 gross per month in the first year to € 2,612 gross per month in the fourth year (figures based on full employment). The appointment (0,9 fte each) is temporary for a specified period of four years. Affiliation The three PhD candidates will be affiliated with and enrolled in the research training programme of the Graduate School for the Humanities. They will be supervised by staff-members of CLCG. The positions require residence in Groningen, 38 hours/week research and research training, and must result in 3 PhD dissertations. After the first year there will be an assessment of the candidates' results and the progress of the project to decide whether the employment will be continued. How to apply: Please adhere to the guidelines of the GSH format for applications to write your application. See: www.rug.nl/gradschoolHumanities/admissions/phdPositions Send us your entire application in just 1 pdf-file please. Incomplete dossiers will not be taken into consideration. Interviews with a selection of the best candidates will take place in the course of May and/or June. Starting date of the PhD projects: 1 September 2011. You may apply for one of these positions before 16 March 2011.
Deadline: 16-03-2011
Contacts:
Link: http://www.rug.nl/
Email: vmp@rug.nl
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