Anthropologist Researcher Role in Climate Crisis

2 weeks ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time
PhD Scholarship Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD scholar to join our research team at the Department of Anthropology, University of Copenhagen. As an anthropologist researcher, you will be part of an interdisciplinary project focused on climate change adaptation in Burkina Faso.

The successful candidate will contribute to the PROMACS project, which aims to explore the intersections between climatic crisis, security crisis, and health crisis in Burkina Faso. You will work closely with civil servants in three key ministries, examining their roles in policy promotion and implementation.

Your research will focus on the professional and personal narratives of civil servants, as well as the social life of key documents such as the National Action Plan for Climate Change Adaptation. You will use ethnographic methods, including institutional fieldwork and digital research techniques.

This PhD project offers a unique opportunity to work on a pressing global issue, contributing to a deeper understanding of climate change adaptation strategies in Burkina Faso. As a member of our research team, you will benefit from a collaborative and supportive environment, with access to advanced research facilities and expertise.

The position is available starting 1 March 2025, and the salary is approximately **DKK 31,235** per month (before taxes). The PhD program is a three-year full-time study within the framework of a 5+3 study program.

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must have completed a two-year MSc degree programme or have earned 120 ECTS credits at an equivalent academic level. You should also have strong language skills, with some knowledge of French expected.

Please submit your application through our online portal, including a cover letter, CV, and project description. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of personal background, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnicity, etc.



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