PhD Position in Theoretical Philosophy at Stockholm University
Job Description
Stockholm University’s Department of Philosophy, the largest in Sweden, is recruiting a PhD student in theoretical philosophy, which covers epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, logic, philosophy of language, philosophy of science and the history of philosophy. The department hosts the Centre for Logic, Language and Mind, projects such as Modeling as a method of philosophy, the Knowledge Resistance programme and the Centre for Medieval Studies, and takes part in networks such as the Nordic Network for Philosophy of Physics and the Scandinavian Logic Society.
At a glance
- Position: Doctoral student (1 post), four years full time
- Where: Department of Philosophy, Stockholm
- Reference: SU FV-2152-26
- Apply by: 15 October 2026
- Apply: 15 October 2026
About the theoretical philosophy PhD
- Write a dissertation in theoretical philosophy on a project you propose
- Take part in the department’s seminars, research centres and networks
- Teaching or administration up to 20% of working time
How doctoral employment works at Stockholm University
Doctoral students are employed for up to the equivalent of four years of full-time study, with contracts renewed in steps, and up to 20% of working time may go to teaching or administration. Apply through the university’s recruitment system, attaching your theses or papers and the research plan the advert asks for.
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What Stockholm University is looking for
- General entry: a second-cycle degree, or 240 credits including 60 at second-cycle level, or equivalent
- Specific entry: at least 30 ECTS credits in theoretical philosophy at advanced level, including a master’s thesis, or equivalent competence
- A research plan of at most four pages (excluding references)
Nice to have
- Depth and breadth of previous education
- Critical and analytical ability, language skills, creativity and independence shown in your theses or papers
- A relevant, original and feasible research plan
- Ability to collaborate
Pay and location
Doctoral students at Stockholm University are employed on a fixed salary; the advert gives no figure.
How to apply
Apply through the official Stockholm University page. The closing date is 15 October 2026.
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Hiring institution: Stockholm University
Official advertisement: su.varbi.com
How to prepare for this application
- The plan matters most: it is judged on relevance, originality and whether it can be done in four years.
- Writing sample: your master's thesis or papers are assessed for critical and analytical ability.
- Timing: the assessment considers whether you finished earlier work on time.
- Fit: mention department centres or projects that match your plan.
- Deadline: applications close on 15 October 2026.
About Stockholm University
Stockholm University is one of Sweden's largest universities. Its Department of Philosophy is the largest in Sweden, and the university has repeatedly named philosophy one of its leading research areas.
