A doctoral candidate position in Social Geography and Urban Studies at the University of Zurich is open for applications, focusing on the project “The Home-Debt Nexus: Feminist perspectives on housing, gender, and everyday life.” This project investigates women’s challenges at the intersection of housing, indebtedness, and homemaking, exploring their responses and the geographical/material conditions involved.
The candidate will conduct qualitative research on female-headed households in Latin American cities, collaborating with researchers from various universities upon receipt of funding. Responsibilities include developing and implementing a research project, participating in workshops/conferences, and contributing to teaching/administration.
Applicants should have a strong background in human geography or related fields, proficiency in qualitative research methods, and fluency in English and Spanish.
The position offers a fixed workplace, participation in the Graduate School of Geography, flexible working hours, secure funding for four years, and a supportive academic environment. The salary follows Swiss National Science Foundation regulations. Applications must include a letter of application, CV, references, Master’s degree certificate, and a writing sample in English or Spanish.
The application deadline is May 3, 2024, with interviews scheduled for May 2024. The position starts in September 2024 and is located in Zurich, Switzerland.