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As Utrecht University, we want to be a home for everyone. We value staff with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including cultural, religious or ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment in which everyone can flourish and contribute.

Knowledge security screening can be part of the selection procedures of academic staff. We do this, among other things, to prevent the unwanted transfer of sensitive knowledge and technology.

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Please add the following documents to your application:
  • CV
  • A cover letter (maximum 2 pages A4), emphasizing your specific interest in the topic, relevance of qualifications, experience, and motivations to apply for this position. In case you apply for more than one JUST ART position, we appreciate you mentioning it.
  • A research proposal of no more than 500 words explaining how you would approach the theme of one of the two PhD projects.
  • A writing sample of 1500 to 5.000 words (e.g. published article, MA thesis chapter, curatorial text)
  • If available, please include a short portfolio of artistic work, which may include links to online resources.
  • The names and contact details of two references who may be approached by the selection committee (please note we do not require reference letters with the application).
  • Official copies of relevant diplomas and transcripts of grades.

You may apply for this position up to and including 13 March 2026 midnight Dutch local time (CET).

The selection interviews will take place on 7 and 8 of April 2026; the position will start no later than 1 September 2026.

Make sure to apply no later than 13 Mar 2026 23:59 (Europe/Amsterdam).