PhD Researcher in Developmental and School Psychology with Teaching Responsibilities

Academic Positions

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden
Cdi
Posted June 06, 2026

Job Description

The research unit School Psychology and Development in Context studies developmental processes and influencing factors from early childhood to late adulthood. Particular attention is paid to the role of social contexts, such as schools, families, and peer systems. The research unit consists of 7 professors, 8 postdoctoral researchers, 15 PhD students, 4 research staff members, and 3 teaching assistants.


Project


We are looking for a motivated colleague who will conduct doctoral research in the field of school psychology, under the supervision of Professor Jantine Spilt and Professor Hilde Colpin. This research focuses on the psychosocial development of children and adolescents in the school context, and on the role of teacher-student relationships and peer relationships in that development. As a member of the assistant academic staff (AAP; 6 years), you will spend two thirds of your time on doctoral research and one third on teaching. Your research...