About the Program
Lund University invites applications for a fully funded PhD in General Linguistics titled “Doctoral Student in General Linguistics” at the Centre for Languages and Literature, part of the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology. This four-year doctoral position focuses on advanced research in general linguistics, exploring linguistic structures, processes and human language behaviour. The project is supervised by Professor Niclas Burenhult, a leading scholar in the field. Based in Lund, Sweden, with an expected start date of September 2026, this programme contributes to the faculty’s mission to understand people as cultural and social beings. The position offers opportunities for interdisciplinary engagement, academic training and strong international research exposure within one of Europe’s top-ranked universities.
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Program Details
- Position: Fully funded PhD Position / Doctoral Researcher
- Institution: Lund University
- Department/Faculty: Centre for Languages and Literature, Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology
- Supervisor: Professor Niclas Burenhult
- Location: Lund, Sweden
- Start Date (Anticipated): September 2026
- Duration: 4 years
- Funding: Fully funded (salary-based doctoral position)
- Working Hours: Full-time, departmental duties up to 20%
- Required Degree/Diploma – Master’s degree (or equivalent) meeting the entry requirements for doctoral studies in General Linguistics.
Research Focus/Area
- General Linguistics
- Language Structure and Use
- Linguistic Theory
- Human Communication Processes
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Linguistics or a related field
- Qualifications as outlined in the General Syllabus for General Linguistics
Preferred Qualifications:
- Research experience in linguistics
- Strong academic record
- Evidence of language skills
- Experience with academic writing and analysis
Key Features of the Program
- Fully funded doctoral position with monthly salary
- Opportunity for departmental work, including teaching
- Strong international academic environment
- Access to extensive linguistic research resources
- Research training, seminars and professional development
- Collaboration across 36 subjects within the Centre
- Supportive supervisory and departmental structure
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via Lund University’s doctoral application system following the instructions provided on the university website.
Required Documents:
- CV / list of qualifications
- Cover letter
- Records of previous studies
- Documentation of language skills
- Academic papers / degree projects
- Any scholarly publications (if applicable)
- Project plan
(All documents must be uploaded in PDF format.)
Important Dates
- Applications Open: 20 November 2025
- Deadline: 20 December 2025
- Interviews: (If applicable, scheduled by the department)
Where to Apply
- University Website: Lund University
- Official Notification: click here
- Application Portal: click here
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