Postdoctoral Fellow in History

• a completed Ph.D. in a relevant field (transimperial history, international history, global history, history of medicine, Middle Eastern/North African history, etc.);
• very good command of spoken and written English;
• very good reading ability of one or more European (especially Spanish, Italian, French and Dutch) and Middle East/North African (Arabic, Ottoman, Persian) languages, or willingness to improve existing linguistic skills;
• archival experience in North American, European and/or MENA archives;
• excellent time management skills;
• adaptability and ability to trave;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

We offer a temporary position (0.75 FTE) for initially 12 months in an international working environment. After positive evaluation, the contract will be extended for the remaining 30 months (42 months total). Employment will become effective on 1 November 2023 or, by mutual agreement, shortly thereafter. The gross salary - depending on previous qualifications and experience - ranges between €3,974 and €5,439 (scale 11 according to the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities) per month for a full-time employment. Salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3% per year.

In addition, Utrecht University offers excellent secondary conditions, including an attractive retirement scheme, professional development, (partly paid) parental leave, sports and flexible employment conditions (multiple choice model). For more information, please visit working at Utrecht University.

Utrecht University works with the TRIPLE model; this makes it possible to recognise and value multi-, inter- and transdisciplinary teaching and research. The model also embraces job diversification and dynamic career paths: there is room to develop your own strengths and look at how you complement and strengthen the team as a whole.

Within Utrecht University, we find it important that employees continue to develop within their own position or towards the next. We offer coaching and a variety of training opportunities.

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The Faculty of Humanities has around 7,000 students and 1,100 staff members. It comprises four knowledge domains: Philosophy and Religious Studies, History and Art History, Media and Culture Studies, and Languages, Literature and Communication. With its research and education in these fields, the Faculty aims to contribute to a better understanding of the Netherlands and Europe in a rapidly changing social and cultural context. The enthusiastic and committed colleagues and the excellent amenities in the historical city centre of Utrecht, where the faculty is located, contribute to an inspiring working environment.

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In the section of History of International Relations, we study the history of international relations and global configurations of power and politics from an empirically grounded perspective, and with a keen interest in theoretical innovation. The section is organized along three thematic hubs: ‘Conflict and Security’, ‘Global and Imperial Relations’ and ‘Europe in the World.’  Each has its own vibrant intellectual community. We increasingly work and teach at the cross-sections of these fields on issues such as peace and diplomacy, environmental governance, decolonization, war, violence, terrorism and technology. We value team science, research-informed teaching, and we jointly run a series of ambitious educational programmes and community engagement learning labs. We aim to be both outspoken and nuanced in our public engagement activities.

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) outlining academic qualifications, research experience, linguistic skills, and relevant publications.
• A cover letter highlighting the candidate's research interests, expertise, and motivation for applying to the position.
• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
• A sample academic writing in English, max 30 pages (for example, a book chapter, a thesis chapter, or an article).
• Contact information of two references who can provide letters of recommendation, if requested.