About the Program
The University of Lleida in Spain invites applications for a fully funded PhD position in Public History, Digital History, Archival Studies, and Digital Humanities under the Horizon Europe – COFUND Iberus Interdoc Programme. Supervised by Dr Meritxell Simon-Martin, in collaboration with Dr Lorenzo Quirós Díaz (TranSkriptorium AI, S.L.) and Dr Roberto García González, this doctoral research will contribute to the project “The Lleida Teacher Education College Holding (1840–1951): A Digital Humanities Project (LleidaDH)”. The project focuses on digitising, preserving, and making accessible historical records of teacher education in Lleida. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to work at the intersection of digital innovation and historical research, contributing to inclusive and sustainable digital heritage aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 9.
Program Details
- Position: Fully-funded PhD Position / Doctoral Researcher
- Institution: University of Lleida
- Department/Faculty: Department of Pedagogia
- Supervisor: Dr Meritxell Simon-Martin
- Location: Lleida, Spain
- Start Date (Anticipated): 2026
- Duration: 3–4 years
- Funding: Fully funded through Horizon Europe – COFUND (Iberus Interdoc Programme)
- Working Hours: Full-time (as per EU research standards)
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s degree or equivalent in History, Digital Humanities, Archival Studies, or related fields
Research Focus/Area
- Public History and Digital Archives
- Computational processing of historical records
- Metadata creation, data mining, and visualisation
- AI and machine learning for handwritten text recognition
- Ethical and inclusive approaches to digital heritage
- FAIR principles and archival interoperability standards
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in History, Archival Studies, Digital Humanities, or related discipline
- Strong academic record and research motivation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Research experience in digital archives or heritage studies
- Knowledge of AI tools, metadata management, or data visualisation
- Familiarity with FAIR data principles and ISO archival standards (15489, 30300)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Key Features of the Program
- Interdisciplinary research combining History, AI, and Digital Humanities
- Supervision by leading experts in digital heritage and archival innovation
- Opportunities for international collaboration within the Iberus Interdoc network
- Access to advanced computational tools and archival materials
- Participation in sustainable and inclusive research practices
Application Process
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a short CV (max. 3 pages) and a statement of research interests and motivation (max. 2 pages) directly to Dr Meritxell Simon-Martin via email at meritxell.simon@udl.cat.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (3 pages)
- Research statement and motivation letter (2 pages)
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Ongoing
- Deadline: 30 November 2025 (Europe/Madrid)
- Interviews (if applicable): Early 2026
Where to Apply
- University Website: University of Lleida
- Official Notification: Iberus Interdoc Programme
- Application Portal: Campus Iberus PhD Opportunities
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