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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.

You can only apply via our online application system using the 'Apply now' button. Applications submitted by email cannot be considered. Please include the following documents with your application:

• A letter of motivation, describing why this PhD position fits your background and interests. Please also explain why you are interested in working at Utrecht University’s paleomagnetic laboratory Fort Hoofddijk.
• A curriculum vitae, including relevant experience from your BSc and MSc courses and research projects. Keep in mind that experience outside academia in e.g. voluntary positions may also illustrate your capacities for this position.
• Academic transcripts (mark sheets and degree statements) as far as already available and relevant.
• The names and contact details (including email addresses) of at least two referees.

No reference letters are required at the time of application. If you are shortlisted, we will contact your referees, but only after informing you in advance. We aim to complete the selection procedure shortly after the application deadline of 15 February 2026. Interviews are expected to take place in calendar weeks 9, 10, or 11, and the initial interview may be conducted via video call or in person. However, before a final offer is made, an in-person meeting at Utrecht University and the paleomagnetic lab Fort Hoofddijk is required. The starting date can be as soon as 1 April 2026 (administration permitting), or as late as 1 September 2026.

If you have an international (non-Dutch) Master’s diploma, you will be requested to provide your Bachelor’s and Master’s diplomas as well as the corresponding grade lists (in English) if you are selected for this position.

Note that international candidates that need a visa/work permit for the Netherlands require at least four months processing time after selection and acceptance. This will be arranged with help of the International Service Desk (ISD) of our university. Finding appropriate housing in or near Utrecht is your own responsibility, but the ISD may be able to advise you therewith. Unfortunately, we must warn that it is a tight market at the moment. In case of general questions about working and living in The Netherlands, please consult the Dutch Mobility Portal.

Online screening may be part of the selection. Commercial response to this ad is not appreciated.