PhD Position: Doctoral Contract in Roman History and Greek Epigraphy at Sorbonne University, Paris
About the Program
The ERC-funded PECUNIA project at Sorbonne University offers a fully-funded doctoral/PhD position focusing on public wealth in the cities of Roman Asia Minor (27 BC – AD 235). This exciting PhD opportunity involves analysing epigraphic evidence to reassess the financial foundations of civic life in the Roman East. The successful candidate will benefit from an international interdisciplinary research environment, access to cutting-edge digital annotation tools, and collaboration within the renowned Laboratoire Orient & Méditerranée research department. This project is ideal for students passionate about ancient history, Roman administration, and Greek epigraphy who want to contribute original research within a vibrant academic community.
Program Details
- Position: Fully-funded Doctoral Researcher
- Institution: Sorbonne University
- Department/Faculty: Laboratoire Orient & Méditerranée (UMR 8167)
- Supervisor: Dr Anne-Valérie Pont
- Location: Paris, France
- Start Date (Anticipated): Autumn 2025
- Duration: 3 years (fixed-term contract)
- Funding: Full funding with a monthly gross salary of €2200 (increasing to €2300 from January 2026)
- Working Hours: Full-time
Required Degree/Diploma
Master’s degree or equivalent in Ancient History or Classics (to be completed before contract start)
Research Focus/Area
- Roman public administration and finances
- Greek and Latin epigraphy
- Public revenues in Roman Asia Minor
- Fiscal management and civic expenditure in antiquity
- Digital humanities tools for epigraphic data collection
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Ancient History or Classics
- Proficiency in Latin and Ancient Greek
- Experience working with epigraphic sources
- Excellent written and spoken English and working knowledge of French (or vice versa)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Research experience in Roman history or epigraphy
- Knowledge of additional modern languages
- Strong organisational and time management skills
Key Features of the Program
- Access to structured academic supervision and doctoral training
- Integration into an international research team and interdisciplinary network
- Opportunity to use advanced digital annotation tools developed by PECUNIA
- Participation in project workshops, conferences, and dissemination activities
- Support for conference travel and academic networking
Application Process
How to Apply:
Send all required documents as a single PDF file via email to:
Include ‘Application for ERC PECUNIA doctoral contract’ in the email subject line.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter (max. 1 page, English or French)
- Curriculum Vitae with two referees
- Research proposal (max. 2 pages)
- Transcript and Master’s degree certificate or proof of imminent completion
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Now
- Deadline: 27 June 2025, 16:00 (Paris time)
- Interviews: Early July 2025 (in-person in Paris or remotely)
- Notification of Results: By 3 July 2025
Where to Apply
- University Website: https://www.sorbonne-universite.fr
- Project Website: https://pecunia.huma-num.fr
- Project Notification: Contrat doctoral PECUNIA English and French-2.pdf
- Apply Now: email to: ercpecunia@gmail.com and anne-valerie.pont-boulay@sorbonne-universite.fr
