PhD position at the Department of Work and Organisation Studies (WOS)

The Department of Work and Organisation Studies (WOS) is an interdisciplinary group of about 50 scholars with backgrounds in economics, sociology, psychology, management, and history, bringing different theoretical as well as methodological perspectives to the study of work. More specifically, the research at WOS aims to extend knowledge on individuals’ work-related well-being and on organizational practices, policies, and processes that affect the nature and conditions of work and the organisation of labour within the society. This includes among others research on:
(1) Careers & employability
(2) Leadership & organizational behaviour
(3) Quality of labour
(4) Human Resource Management
(5) Corporate Social responsibility
(6) Organizations within society

The Faculty of Economics and Business has four campuses, in Antwerp, Brussels, Kortrijk and Leuven. This position is at campus Antwerpen, a lively city in heart of Europe. KU Leuven is a research-oriented institution and is the most innovative university of Europe (ranked first in Reuters ranking).

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A fulltime appointment as PhD scholarship holder in a stimulating work environment for a period of 2 years, with potential extension with another 2 years. Starting date is 1/10/2024. Salary will be in line with your qualifications. You will have a shared office at our campus in Antwerp. 

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For more information please contact Prof. dr. Nicolas Bastardoz, tel.: +32 3 502 15 85, mail: nicolas.bastardoz@kuleuven.be.

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