About the Program
Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour/University of Pau and the Pays de l’Adour invites applications for a fully-funded PhD in Philology and Cultural Studies titled “Aljamiado Literature as a legacy of ‘in-between’ cultures within Medieval and Early Modern Spain” at the Centre des Études Doctorales. This doctoral position focuses on the study of Aragonese Mudéjar and Morisco communities and their rich literary heritage, addressing the preservation, classification, and digital analysis of Aljamiado texts. The project will be supervised under the CHORAL programme, aligned with the Cultural Heritage Outreach in Romance Languages research theme. The research duration is 3 years and is based in Pau, France, and Zaragoza, Spain, with an anticipated start in September 2026. The project offers interdisciplinary collaboration, international mobility, advanced philological training, and professional development within a prestigious EU research network.
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Program Details
- Position: Fully-funded PhD Position / Doctoral Researcher
- Institution: Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour/University of Pau and the Pays de l’Adour
- Department/Faculty: Centre des Études Doctorales
- Supervisor: Assigned within CHORAL programme
- Location: Pau, France & Zaragoza, Spain
- Start Date (Anticipated): September 2026
- Duration: 3 years
- Funding: Full EU-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie CHORAL fellowship, monthly gross stipend approximately €2,164, plus mobility, research, and conference allowances
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Social Sciences, Arts, Architecture, or Humanities with a focus on cultural heritage or medieval Spanish literature
Research Focus/Area
- Medieval Spanish Literature
- Aragonese language and literature
- Aljamiado Literature and cultural heritage
- Cultural anthropology and historical textual analysis
- Philology and digital manuscript preservation
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree enabling enrolment in a PhD in Social Sciences, Arts, Architecture, or Humanities
- Background in medieval Spanish literature
- Language proficiency: Spanish (C1), French (B2), English (B2), Arabic (A2)
- Must not have resided or conducted main activity in France >12 months in the last 3 years
Preferred Qualifications:
- Research experience in manuscript studies or cultural heritage
- Strong academic record in relevant fields
- Experience with digital humanities tools and archival research
Key Features of the Program
- International, interdisciplinary research environment
- Structured doctoral training within CHORAL programme
- Conference, travel, and research funding
- Opportunities for international collaboration and professional development
- Exposure to non-academic partners for career skill development
Application Process
- How to Apply: Apply online via the CHORAL portal.
- Required Documents:
- CV
- Personal statement
- Reference letters
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of language proficiency
- Identification (passport/ID)
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Open now
- Deadline: 17 January 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Paris)
- Interviews (if applicable): Scheduled after shortlisting via online platform
Where to Apply
- University Website: Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour
- Official Notification: CHORAL Programme Details
- Application Portal: Apply via CHORAL Portal
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