Postdoc in Co-Creating Shared Narratives Sustainable Sediment Management
Listed on 2026-10-22
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Utrecht University
· Department of Physical Geography, Faculty of Geosciences
Netherlands
Apply by 25 Oct 2026
About This OpportunityUtrecht University is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher for the WadSED project to co‑create shared narratives and conceptual models for sustainable sediment management. Applications close on 25 October 2026 at 23:59 Europe/Amsterdam.
The postdoc will design and facilitate participatory processes with researchers, experts, stakeholders and policymakers in the Western Scheldt and Wadden Sea. The role develops shared narratives and conceptual models around sediment budgets, habitat development, sea‑level rise and human interventions, and organises workshops to strengthen science–society learning.
Role DetailsLevel Postdoc
Attendance Field-based
Time Commitment Flexible
Duration 24 months
Reference Code 5724
Field Participatory Sediment Management
Organization Type University
Funding & CompensationAmount EUR 3,706-5,760 / Per Month
Funding Type Salary
Funding Status Paid
Period Per Month
Requirements EducationApplicants should hold a PhD in social and environmental policy sciences or a related discipline.
ExperienceApplicants should have expertise in facilitating deliberative and participatory processes in social‑ecological systems, affinity with water management and demonstrable qualitative‑research and scientific‑writing skills.
Technical Skills- Qualitative research
- Participatory research
- Co‑creation methods
- Conceptual modelling
- Stakeholder engagement
- Workshop facilitation
- Scientific writing
- Communication
- Cross‑cultural collaboration
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