PhD Position in Social Sciences
Radboud University
Netherlands
Institution: Radboud University
Faculty: Social Sciences
Department / Group: Behavioural Science Institute (BSI), Work, Health and Performance (WHP) group; Radboud Ecological Momentary Assessment Center (REMAC)
Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands
Hours: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 36–40 hours/week)
Application Deadline: 6 January 2026
Contact: Dr. Erik Bijleveld – erik.bijleveld@ru.nl
Position Overview
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Investigate the individual dynamics of fatigue, including short- and long-term fluctuations.
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Develop a conceptual model for fatigue dynamics and explore interventions.
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Analyze Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) data using advanced time-series and complexity theory approaches.
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Conduct studies on burnout patients and field experiments aimed at changing fatigue dynamics.
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Expected outputs: multiple peer-reviewed publications forming your PhD thesis.
Main Responsibilities
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Co-design, conduct, write up, and present research projects.
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Data analysis and methodological innovation for EMA and time-series data.
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Participate in teaching activities (~10% of time) and develop a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ).
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Contribute to academic life in lab groups and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Candidate Profile
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Research Master’s in Psychology or related field with strong academic performance.
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Strong interest in fatigue research and interdisciplinary approaches.
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Skilled in data analysis, preferably in R/RStudio.
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Experience or willingness to learn EMA data analysis and advanced time-series techniques.
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Curious, structured, proactive, and able to work collaboratively.
Offer / Benefits
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Contract: Initial 1.5 years, extendable to 4 years upon positive evaluation.
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Salary: €3,059 – €3,881 gross/month (full-time, CAO NU P scale).
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8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus.
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Extra leave days: choose 30–41 annual leave days (statutory 20).
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Dual Career Coaching available for partners.
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Flexible working hours, work-from-home options, and personalized employment conditions.
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Discounted sports and cultural activities (34%), plus pension plan.
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Opportunities for professional development and training.
About the Institute
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BSI: Interdisciplinary research institute addressing societal challenges, focusing on work, health, and performance.
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WHP group: Studies work behaviour, health, and performance in dynamic contexts.
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REMAC: Collaborative hub for intensive longitudinal data research.
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Supervisors: Dr. Erik Bijleveld, Dr. Fred Hasselman, Prof. Sabine Geurts.
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Collaborative and inclusive work environment with high-quality research infrastructure.
Timeline
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Application deadline: 6 January 2026
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First interviews: 19 January 2026
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Preferred start date: 1 March 2026
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