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Two PhD student positions in philosophy, Groningen (The Netherlands), Deadline: 16 Nov 2011

TWO FULLY FUNDED PhD-POSITIONS at the Faculty of Philosophy of the 
University of Groningen, the Netherlands. Deadline for applications: 
November 16. Applications are open for research in any of the four 
principal research areas of the Faculty: History of philosophy, Ethics, 
Theoretical philosophy, and Practical philosophy. The University of 
Groningen offers a salary that will range between € 2,042 gross per month 
in the first year up to a maximum of € 2,612 gross per month in the fourth 
year. The PhD position is for a period of four years, starting on January 
1, 2012 and conditional on a positive evaluation after one year. 
Applications for should consist of: - An application letter with 
motivation - Curriculum vitae, including academic qualifications, grades, 
a list of publications if applicable, and the name and contact details of 
a referee - A research proposal (maximum 1500 words) that includes 
research questions, methodology and research plan.

 	Suitable candidates have, or will soon have completed, an M.A. or 
an M.Sc. in philosophy or a related and relevant subject, can play an 
active role in the research community of the Faculty of Philosophy and are 
fluent in English. Information about how to apply can be found at: 
http://www.rug.nl/corporate/vacatures/jobOpportunitiesRUG Since its 
foundation in 1614, the University of Groningen has enjoyed an 
international reputation as a dynamic and innovative center of higher 
education. The Faculty of Philosophy is a rich and lively community of 
excellent lecturers and researchers.

 	The faculty has an excellent reputation, both in research and in 
teaching, and has a strong international orientation. For more information 
about the faculty see: http://www.rug.nl/philosophy