Constructor University Fully Funded PhD in Higher Education for Peace and Conflict Resolution 2027

Explore how universities can promote peace, constructive conflict resolution and intercultural understanding through a fully funded three-year PhD position at Constructor University Bremen.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNovember 1, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorConstructor University
• City to studyBremen
• School to studyConstructor University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• The successful candidate will be appointed for three years and will receive a full tuition waiver for the PhD program together with a modest tax-free stipend.
• The successful candidate is eligible to apply to become an affiliated fellow of the Bremen International Graduate School of Social Sciences (BIGSSS) and to apply to external scholarships programs.

Requirements

Mandatory requirements:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in education, higher education studies, sociology, political science, peace and conflict studies, computational social science, psychology or a related field
• Strong analytical and academic writing skills in English
• Experience with quantitative research and data processing
• Experience with, or demonstrated capacity to learn, web scraping and systematic web-based data collection
• Interest in higher education, conflict resolution, peace education, or related research
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an international research environment

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficiency with a relevant data-analysis environment, preferably Python or R, and SPSS
• Background in comparative higher education research
• Background in conflict resolution, mediation, peace education, or intercultural education
• Experience with survey analysis, program evaluation, or mixed-methods research
• Experience working on international or EU-funded research projects
• Interest in linking theory and practice in higher education contexts
• Proficiency in German is desirable but not mandatory

Selection Process

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews and may be asked to complete a short research and data-analysis exercise.

Application Documents

• Cover letter (1–2 pages) outlining motivation, research interests, methodological experience, and fit with the project
• CV, including publications, research experience, and relevant technical skills
• Contact details for 2–3 academic referees

Applicants with experience in web scraping, programming, or quantitative data analysis are encouraged to briefly describe relevant projects, datasets, or code they have previously worked with.

Application Deadline

November 1, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Constructor University on www.daad.de to apply

• Applicants should submit their application materials via the Application Portal.