A Cultural Tourism–Oriented Perspective Crete is the largest island in Greece, positioned at the intersection of Europe, Asia, and Africa, and has historically served as a strategic point along major maritime routes. It relies heavily on its archaeological heritage tourism, particularly the legacy of the Minoan Civilization. In the past, the accounts from Herodotus and […]
The Lise Meitner Research Group “China in the Global System of Science” in Berlin seeks to appoint a Predoctoral Scholar (m/f/d) –75% E13, 3 years with possible extension, from 15 Oct 2026– to join the research project “Scientific Empire: Infrastructure Control and Ideational Binding in China’s International Big Science Projects”. The project is part of the Research […]
Postdoc in sociology of intergroup relations – University of Bern The Institute of Sociology (IFS) at the University of Bern has a vacancy for a postdoc position with an employment rate of 80% starting January 1, 2027, or by arrangement. The postdoc’s main responsibilities will be to pursue research on intergroup relations, social networks, deviance, […]
How fast can new climate technologies grow and what can policy realistically do to accelerate them? Join the Energy Technology and Policy group at Chalmers as a postdoctoral researcher and help develop the data-driven foresight methods to find out. Original listing here About us At the Division of Physical Resource Theory, we study how societies […]
The Department for Migration and Globalisation at the Faculty of Business and Globalisation invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher (Post-Doc). The position is part-time for three years and will start on 1 November 2026 or shortly thereafter. We are looking for a Post-Doc with a top academic profile, strong publication record and previous project management experience. The position […]
The Department of Comparative Politics at the University of Bergen, Norway, have announced two four-year fully funded PhD positions. The salaries are good and PhDs also benefit from a generous package for research support. PhD projects within all fields of comparative politics are welcome. The department starts a new bachelor’s programme in PPE next year, […]
The Cluster of Excellence “Transforming Human Rights” at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany, is advertising five Postdoc positions (3 years, full-time). The application deadline is Friday, August 25, 2026. Please find further information on the positions and how to apply here: https://www.transforming-human-rights.fau.de/files/2026/06/2026-06_postdoc-call_EXC.pdf We particularly welcome applications from candidates with a background in Geography or Political Ecology […]
We are searching for a suitable early-career researcher or PhD candidate for our new project on “Geopolitics, Decarbonization and the Weaponization of Energy”. The project and position is funded from 1.7.2026 – 30.6.2029 by the German Federal Foreign Office. (The position may under certain circumstances be extended to compensate for a late start, but this […]
I am pleased to share an open call for a four-year, full-time postdoctoral position within the SWIFFT Collective’s Decarbonization and Justice Chair, a collaborative initiative between the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). The successful candidate will play a central role in developing and coordinating the Chair’s research agenda on […]
Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Agrarian Change (AdaptAIR project) General information This 4-year Research Associate position sits within the European Research Council-funded project ‘AdaptAIR: Climate Adaptation through Artificial Ice Reservoirs in the Himalayas’. This project explores the social, cultural and environmental context of the deployment of Artificial Ice Reservoirs (AIRS) as water management tools in the Himalayan […]
Do you work on International and/or Comparative Political Economy? The Department of Political Science at the University of Amsterdam invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor (‘Universitair Docent’) position in Political Science. Based in the Political Economy and Transnational Governance (PETGOV) programme group, we welcome new members whose research (and teaching) is informed by and connected to ongoing global transformations. The ideal candidate brings an […]
Do you work on International Relations or (International) Political Economy The Department of Political Science at the University of Amsterdam invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor (‘Universitair Docent’) position in Political Science. Based in the Political Economy and Transnational Governance (PETGOV) programme group, we welcome new members whose research (and teaching) is informed by and connected to ongoing global transformations. The ideal candidate brings […]
I am recruiting a PhD student to work with work with me on a new project ‘(Dis)orderly transitions: The financial sector’s role in shaping just energy transitions’. The position will be based at the Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies in Sweden and would suit someone with a background in economic sociology, human or economic […]
Innovation policy is often designed as if geography does not matter. Public agencies often allocate public financial aid to innovative firms based on project quality and firm characteristics, but rarely investigate whether the location of those firms shapes how much they benefit. Our recent research suggests it should. In our recent publication in Industrial and […]
JOIN OUR TEAM The German Centre for Astrophysics (DZA) is currently being established in Lusatia as a major research institution. Its mission is to combine scientific excellence and strategic leadership in German astrophysics with an active contribution to regional structural transformation. The Department of Transformation Research and Regional Development supports this process through scientific research […]
Visiting Research Fellowships, 1 – 2 months stay, 2027 Linköping University, Tema T – Technology and Social Change, Sweden Travel and accommodation provided Application deadline: 4 October 2026 We would like to draw your attention to a new call for visiting research fellows in the field of Urban and Regional Climate Transitions at Tema T – Technology and Social Change, Linköping University, […]
The positions are part of the Research Council of Norway TOPPFORSK project FEASIBILITY: The socio-political and techno-economic craft of enabling twin transitions. The project studies how societies make large-scale transformations towards climate neutrality and digitalization appear feasible, legitimate and actionable, with a particular focus on the role of knowledge, expertise, valuation, future-making and decision-making. The […]
The Faculty of Physics and Earth System Sciences at Leipzig University seeks to above-mentioned the following professorship from 1 April 2027. Academic context Leipzig University and in particular the Faculty for Physics and Earth System sciences have an established profile in “Sustainable Principles for Life and Health” and are also a centre for the interdisciplinary […]
The Faculty of Physics and Earth System Sciences at Leipzig University seeks to fill the mentioned above professorship from 1 April 2027. Academic context Leipzig University and in particular the Faculty for Physics and Earth System sciences have an established profile in “Sustainable Principles for Life and Health” and are also a centre for the […]
The Department of Human Geography at Lund University is hiring 1-2 PhD students in human/economic geography. The students will be employed in the DECENT project (Socio-technical modularity and the decentralization of infrastructure), financed by the ERC: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101219042. The students will also be affiliated with CIRCLE (Centre for Innovation Research). The positions are suitable for candidates with […]
Are you passionate about understanding the growing politicization of science and how to address these topics in university education? Then this four-year PhD research project is for you! Original listing and to apply Your job University science and education are in the midst of a storm: political developments and new, more confrontational forms of knowledge […]
We are pleased to inform you that the registration deadline for the XII edition of the Milan Summer School on Cost–Benefit Analysis (CBA) has been extended until 10 July 2026. With the course taking place from 28 September to 2 October 2026, we are pleased to offer prospective participants additional time to plan their participation. […]
The 2026 Cambridge Journal of Regions, Economy and Society Conference 16-17 July 2026 09:00 – 17:00 The annual Cambridge Journal of Regions, Economy and Society conference will take place on 16-17 July 2026, at St Catharine’s College, Cambridge, UK. The 2026 Conference of the Cambridge Journal of Regions, Economy and Society will address two key themes that […]
Dr Lewis Dijkstra Team Leader of Urban and Rural Analysis at the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre and Visiting Professor in Practice at the London School of Economics and Political Science 2021 Regional Studies Best Paper Award: The geography of EU discontent