Postdoctoral Position in Medieval Studies at KU Leuven |HigherJobz

About Position/Job

KU Leuven is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Position in Medieval Studies. This Position comes under the ERC-funded project “Fluidity in the Medieval Aristotle. Readers and Readings of the Greek-Latin Translations (FitMA)”. This project explores how Aristotle’s works were transmitted and reinterpreted through medieval Greek-Latin translations, with a focus on philology, palaeography, and medieval philosophy. The successful candidate will join the De Wulf-Mansion Centre for Ancient, Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy, working under the supervision of Dr Pieter Beullens. Fellows will collaborate closely with an international research team, contribute to critical editing of medieval texts, and participate in conferences and workshops. The project provides a unique opportunity to engage with interdisciplinary methods, archival sources, and the intellectual networks that shaped medieval thought. The position is fully funded under the Horizon Europe – ERC programme, with a starting date between December 2025 and February 2026.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
Institution: KU Leuven
Department: De Wulf-Mansion Centre for Ancient, Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy
Research field: Medieval Studies, Philology, Palaeography, Philosophy
Location: Leuven, Belgium
Number of posts: 2
Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral
Start Date (Anticipated): December 2025 – February 2026
Working Hours: 38 hours per week
Salary Range: Standard KU Leuven postdoctoral scale
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Latin and Greek Philology
Medieval Palaeography
Neoplatonic and Scholastic Philosophy
Critical Editing of Medieval Latin Texts

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Arts, Philosophy, or related field (completed before employment start date)
Excellent knowledge of Latin and Ancient Greek
Familiarity with Latin and Greek medieval palaeography
Proven experience in critical editing of medieval Latin texts
Strong command of academic English

Preferred Qualifications:

Research background in Neoplatonic and medieval philosophy
Motivation to collaborate within a team-based research environment

Key Responsibilities

Conduct research as part of the FitMA ERC project
Prepare and edit medieval Latin texts with critical commentary
Participate in team meetings, conferences, and workshops
Collaborate with international scholars and project partners
Support academic initiatives of the De Wulf-Mansion Centre

Application Process

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted via the KU Leuven online application tool.

Required Documents:

Curriculum Vitae (with academic degrees and research experience)
Motivational statement (maximum 1 page) outlining how the project aligns with your research interests and career goals