Fully Funded PhD in Parenting and Hope at the University of Amsterdam 2026

Applications are open for a fully funded PhD position at the University of Amsterdam in Parenting in Times of Uncertainty, within the ERC-funded PARENTALHOPE project. The PhD aims to study how hope shapes parenting behavior and decision-making in uncertain environments, involving cross-national research and collaboration with the Research Institute of Child Development and Education (RICDE). The role includes designing studies, conducting analyses, publishing peer-reviewed work, and presenting at international conferences.

Salary as part of a PhD contract, holiday allowance, bonuses, graduate training, professional development opportunities, international research exposure.

Applicants should have a master's degree in Psychology (developmental, social, or family psychology), Pedagogy or a related field, with strong quantitative research skills and writing experience.

Submit CV, motivation letter, and writing sample (thesis or research paper); apply through the provided application route.