PhD in Gender-related Violence
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Leiden University
- Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
- Job type: Job
- Experience level: 5-10 years
- Organisation type: Research
- Remote option: No
- Right to work requirements: Anyone can apply
- Remuneration: €2,901 EUR-€3,707 EUR / monthly
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
- Deadline: 25/06/2025
- Location: Netherlands
PhD in Gender-related Violence (1 fte 100%)
Recent years have witnessed an increase in attention to gender-related violence, the most extreme type of which constitutes femicide, or the killing of women because of their gender. Despite its importance, systematic research on its scope, patterns, causes and
consequences remains fragmented. This PhD position seeks to bridge this knowledge gap by consolidating state-of-the-art empirical work, establishing a comprehensive dataset, and developing theoretical frameworks to better understand and respond to gender-related violence.
consequences remains fragmented. This PhD position seeks to bridge this knowledge gap by consolidating state-of-the-art empirical work, establishing a comprehensive dataset, and developing theoretical frameworks to better understand and respond to gender-related violence.
What you will do
The primary objective of this PhD project is to provide an in-depth understanding of (lethal) violence against women in the Netherlands through a comprehensive analysis of existing and newly collected data. Key questions include: What is the nature and scope of femicide in the Netherlands? What are the most common patterns across different contexts? How can these patterns be theoretically and empirically explained, and how to best respond to such violence? Are there distinctive characteristics in the Dutch context when compared to other national or regional trends?
The primary objective of this PhD project is to provide an in-depth understanding of (lethal) violence against women in the Netherlands through a comprehensive analysis of existing and newly collected data. Key questions include: What is the nature and scope of femicide in the Netherlands? What are the most common patterns across different contexts? How can these patterns be theoretically and empirically explained, and how to best respond to such violence? Are there distinctive characteristics in the Dutch context when compared to other national or regional trends?
The project will utilize a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative research techniques. It will draw upon the Dutch Femicide Monitor, including data from law enforcement, public prosecutor, courts and the media. Additionally, the project seeks to incorporate newly collected data, including interviews, judicial proceedings and case studies of non-fatal violence. The integration of these diverse data sources will allow for a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the patterns and underlying drivers of gender-related violence.
The PhD candidate will:
The PhD candidate will:
- Conduct high-quality research and write a PhD dissertation on gender-related violence;
- Actively participate in the research, publication, and communication activities of the project, including collecting and analysing relevant data, co-authoring academic and non-academic publications, and assisting in organizing and presenting at workshops and conferences;
- Take relevant courses and training;
- Participate in the PhD program activities and the intellectual life of the Institute.
What you bring
- A (Research) Master’s degree in Criminology, Sociology, Gender Studies, Psychology, Public Health, Crisis and Security Management or a related social science field.
- Excellent command of English and Dutch.
- An excellent command of and experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- A substantive interest in and extensive background knowledge of violence research, with a focus on gender-related violence.
Willingness and ability to contribute to teaching in the Minor Violence Studies and in other courses in Bachelor Security Studies and in the Master Crisis & Security Management. - Excellent study results and academic skills, demonstrated in the Bachelor’s and Master’s course transcripts.
- The ability to work independently, and as part of a team, demonstrated in prior research, work or internship experience.
- A strong ethical commitment to the critical examination and meaningful response to violence against women.
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