Postdoctoral Fellowship in Philosophy of Humanism & Existential Meaning

Two-year postdoctoral position exploring contemporary existentialism, secular meaning-making practices, and moral citizenship in pluralistic democracies.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: PhD in Philosophy, Intellectual History, or Humanistic Studies
English language proficiency: Fluent English (C1/C2)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Minimum two peer-reviewed journal articles on modern humanism, existentialism, or political ethics
Recommendation letters: Three academic referee letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €46,000 to €53,000 annual salary under Dutch University CAO plus holiday allowance
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: Salaried university post

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Humanistic Studies documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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