Postdoctoral Researcher – University of Antwerp

Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Media Accessibility at University of Antwerp, Belgium

About Position/Job

The University of Antwerp is seeking postdoctoral candidates to develop competitive research proposals in the field of Media Accessibility within the Translation, Interpreting and Intercultural Studies Research Group (TricS). The selected researcher will collaborate with the OPEN Expertise Centre for Accessible Media and Culture, contributing to high-impact research that bridges translation studies, accessibility, and technology. The position aligns with the Faculty of Arts’ strategic focus on interdisciplinary, socially relevant research and internationalization.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Institution: University of Antwerp
Department: Translators and Interpreters
Research Field: Media Accessibility
Location: Antwerp, Belgium
Number of Post: Not specified
Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral Fellowship Preparation
Start Date (Anticipated): January 2026 or as early as possible thereafter
Working Hours: Full-time (approx. 38 hours/week)
Salary Range: Based on University of Antwerp pay scales for research staff
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Media Accessibility Technologies
Accessible Communication and Translation
User Engagement and Accessibility Studies
Interdisciplinary Research in Disability Studies
Impact of AI and Emerging Tech on Media Access
Cross-linguistic and Cross-cultural Accessibility

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Translation Studies, Linguistics, Media Accessibility, Psychology, Disability Studies, or related field (or near completion)
Mobility Rule: Must not have resided or carried out main activity in Belgium for more than 12 months in the past 3 years
Excellent command of English (C1/C2 level)
Eligible for MSCA or FWO postdoctoral funding

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated research experience in accessibility or inclusive technologies
Familiarity with proposal writing for MSCA/FWO/ERC
Strong interdisciplinary orientation

Key Responsibilities

Draft and develop an individual postdoctoral research proposal
Collaborate with TricS and the OPEN Centre to enhance project impact
Attend online proposal writing training sessions
Prepare for MSCA (or ERC if eligible) postdoctoral application
Contribute to academic publications and grant applications

Application Process

How to Apply

Apply via the University of Antwerp’s online job portal using the link below.

Required Documents:

Motivation Letter
Academic CV (maximum 5 pages, MSCA format preferred)
One-page preliminary project proposal (background, research question, methodology)