PhD Position in War Studies (Gender, Peace and Security) at Swedish Defence University

The Swedish Defence University is offering a fully funded PhD position in War Studies with a specialization in Gender, Peace and Security. The four-year, full-time doctoral program is based in Stockholm, Sweden, with a starting employment January 2027. The position includes a starting salary and potential funding for travel and other expenses, and may include teaching duties up to 20% of full-time work.

Starting salary; travel and other expenses funded up to SEK 30,000 per year; potential teaching/departmental duties up to 20% FTE; four-year employment.

Applicants must meet both general and specific entry requirements for doctoral studies, including a Master’s degree (or equivalent) and relevant coursework in social sciences and War Studies, plus English proficiency.

Submit an application through the university’s application system, including project plan, theses or equivalent, degree documentation, required course credits, and English proficiency evidence.