Fully Funded PhD Positions in Educational Data Science at the University of Amsterdam (UvA), Netherlands 2026

The University of Amsterdam is offering two fully funded PhD positions in Educational Data Science as part of an interdisciplinary initiative focused on AI, learning analytics, and higher education. The program is a four-year doctoral position located in Amsterdam, designed for candidates interested in education research, data science, AI in education, and institutional learning systems. Appointments include a fully funded doctoral track with supervisory teams and access to institutional datasets, with opportunities to participate in international conferences and training programs.

Full salary as a doctoral researcher, supervision by leading researchers, access to institutional datasets, participation in international conferences and workshops, and a structured PhD training program.

Open to highly qualified candidates with a strong academic background and a research master’s degree or equivalent, preferably in quantitative fields related to educational sciences, psychology, sociology, economics, data science, or AI.

Submit a complete application package through the University of Amsterdam careers portal, including motivation letter, CV, transcripts, writing sample, research proposal abstract, and references.