Doctoral fellow – Department of Accounting, Corporate Finance and Taxation

Last application date Oct 10, 2025 23:59

Department EB22 – Department of Accounting, Corporate Finance and Taxation

Degree Degree of Master in Economics, Business Economics, Business Engineering, Business Administration or an equivalent diploma.

Occupancy rate 100%

Vacancy type Research staff

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programs grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.

YOUR TASKS

• At least 90% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation in the field of corporate taxation
• You will assist in the teaching activities for bachelor and master students
• You will assist in the internal and external services of the department

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a degree of Master in Economics, Business Economics, Business Engineering, Business Administration or an equivalent diploma. The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment.
• Excellent study results are an asset
• You are interested in academic and/or project-based research and services, with the intention to pursue a PhD in the field of taxation
• Your possess didactic and communication skills

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer a full-time position as a doctoral fellow, consisting of an initial period of 12 months, which – after a positive evaluation, will be extended to a total maximum of 4 years.
• Your contract will start on 01/12/2025 at the earliest.
• The fellowship amount is 100% of the net salary of an AAP member in equal family circumstances. The individual fellowship amount is determined by Team Personnel Administration based on family status and seniority. A grant that meets the conditions and criteria of the regulations for doctoral fellowships is considered free of personal income tax. Click here for more information about our salary scales
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits.

INTERESTED?

Send your CV, copy of your diploma (if already in your possession) and a motivation letter to Mrs Charline Schumacher ([email protected]). We do not accept late applications.

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Isabelle Verleyen ([email protected], +32(0)9/264 35 92)