Ph3Position /h3pFirst Stage Researcher (R1) – PhD student with a doctoral grant. /ppEmployer: Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Faculty of Social Sciences Solvay Business School, Department Sociology, Research Group Brussels Institute for Social and Population Studies. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliSupport and assist statistical and quantitative courses within the Bachelor of Sociology as part of the teaching activities (approximately 30% of workload). /liliTake part in the day‑to‑day functioning of the department. /liliDevelop a PhD research topic and engage with how AI systems shape, reproduce, or challenge inequalities across domains such as public services, labour markets, education, or migration governance. /liliConduct research using quantitative, computational, and mixed‑methods approaches, including algorithmic bias and fairness, trust in AI, data‑driven decision‑making, societal implications of AI deployment, and socially responsible use of AI. /liliSubmit the research topic to the Research Foundation – Flanders (FWO) as part of a 'Fundamental research' fellowship application. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ulliMaster's degree in sociology or a related social science (statistics, demography, economics, data science, political science, communications, computational social science). /liliExcellent knowledge of Dutch and English and ability to teach, supervise students, and communicate in both languages. /liliSolid quantitative mindset and experience with statistical analysis, or strong motivation to develop these skills. /liliMotivated and intellectually curious researcher with an interest in the societal implications of artificial intelligence, data, and digital technologies. /liliRecent graduates are encouraged to apply. /liliNot a paid researcher for more than 12 months cumulatively. /liliNon‑EEA nationals must meet conditions for obtaining a valid permit for VUB and comply with residence requirements. /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliFull‑time PhD scholarship for 12 months (extendable up to 48 months on condition of positive evaluation). /liliExtensive home‑working options; telework allowance of €50 per month or internet fee of €20 per month. /liliOpen and informal working environment with a strong focus on work‑life balance and 35 days of leave (full‑time contract). /liliCost‑free hospitalisation insurance. /liliFull reimbursement of home‑to‑work commute with public transport (or compensation for cycling). /liliCampus restaurants at attractive prices, sports and exercise facilities, and various discounts through /liliOn‑campus nursery and discount on holiday camps. /liliLearning platforms and training courses for continuous development. /liliCollaborative colleagues and healthy workplace culture. /li /ulh3Equality and Diversity /h3pThe VUB values talent regardless of gender, age, religion, skin colour, migration background, disability, or neurodiversity. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr