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Postdoctoral position on early post-Kantian political philosophy

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  • University/Institute Name KU Leuven
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position DurationSee Position Description
  • Position Funding Type Postdoc Salary or Fellowship
  • Application deadlineExpired
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Position Details (Postdoc)

We are pleased to announce a postdoctoral research position in the history of modern philosophy for 2 years (with possible extension).
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Responsibilities

The selected applicant will carry out independent research in the context of the project KANTIAN AND POST-KANTIAN CONCEPTIONS OF COLLECTIVE POLITICAL AGENCY (1790-1830). The project is funded by the KU Leuven and led by Karin de Boer (KU Leuven). It will be carried out in cooperation with Manuel Tangorra (Diego Portales University, Chile). For more information on the project, see the link above.
Applicants are invited to propose a project that falls within these parameters. The selected candidate is further expected to participate in the organization of common activities such as team meetings, talks, workshops, and conferences as well as to take up a modest teaching load. The working language is English.

Profile

  • An outstanding PhD thesis in the domain of the history of modern philosophy
  • Outstanding publications
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English
  • Excellent knowledge of German
  • Outstanding hermeneutical and analytical skills
  • Good organizational and communication skills
  • Team player
  • Expertise on the history of modern political thought is a plus

Offer

The selected applicant will be employed at KU Leuven under the standard conditions.

Interested?

Please submit your application by using the application tool below. The application should include
• A short cover letter
• CV (including a publication list and the names and contact details of two referees)
• A writing sample (15–25 pages)
• A research statement (2 pages) that discusses (a) your past research and (b) your plans for this project.
Preferred starting date: March 1st, 2026 (a later date can be taken into consideration)
For further information, please contact Karin de Boer ([emailprotected])

KU Leuven strives for an inclusive, respectful and socially safe environment. We embrace diversity among individuals and groups as an asset. Open dialogue and differences in perspective are essential for an ambitious research and educational environment. In our commitment to equal opportunity, we recognize the consequences of historical inequalities. We do not accept any form of discrimination based on, but not limited to, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national background, skin colour, religious and philosophical diversity, neurodivergence, employment disability, health, or socioeconomic status. For questions about accessibility or support offered, we are happy to assist you at this email address.

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