PhD Position in Theology (Uppsala University)

Department of Theology, Uppsala University Published: 15 Oct 2025 Overview The Faculty of Theology at Uppsala University is one of nine faculties and the oldest faculty at the University. It is independent of any faith community, and the religious affiliation of students, research students, lecturers, or staff is not relevant. The Department of Theology is the largest institution for education and research in Theology and Religious Studies in Sweden, offering a creative environment for research or degree studies. This PhD position focuses on Buddhism studies within the specialization of History of Religions and Global Christianity. Starting Date: 27 August 2026 Duties Devote the majority of time to postgraduate study and research Up to 20% may involve teaching or administrative duties at the Department Admission to postgraduate studies is required; the applicant’s ability to successfully complete doctoral studies is decisive Regulations governing university admissions are in Högskoleförordningen, chapter 7 §§ 34–36 and chapter 5 §§ 1–7. Eligibility General Requirements: At least 240 higher education credits, with at least 60 credits at Master’s level, or equivalent Specific Requirements for History of Religions and World Christianity: At least 30 higher education credits in religious studies at first or second cycle A degree project of at least 15 HE credits at second cycle specializing in History of Religions and World Christianity Application Documents Applicants must submit: Application form – Admission to third-cycle (postgraduate) studies Financial plan – Specify form of funding and name of a supervising professor or lecturer Official transcripts – In English or Swedish, including degree certificates if applicable Research proposal – Max 6 pages (plus one page for references if needed) including: Aim Research questions Method Theoretical framework Relation to earlier research Material for the future thesis Proposed supervisor Master’s Thesis – In Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, English, German, or French. If another language: original, English translation, and cover letter confirming accuracy Feasibility assessment – Identify potential risks and suggest alternative materials for high-risk projects Note: Applications missing any of these documents or without a named supervisor will not be considered. Funding and Attendance Full funding for up to four years Must reside in Sweden with a valid residence permit PhD candidates are expected to participate in the research environment, ideally attending at least three days per week Notification of admission: Beginning of June 2026 Employment Details Type of employment: Temporary position (Higher Education Ordinance, chapter 5 § 7) Scope: 100% Starting date: 27 August 2026 or as agreed Placement: Uppsala Contact: Director of Doctoral Studies: Mohammad Fazlhashemi Email: mohammad.fazlhashemi@teol.uu.se Phone: +46 18 471 22 27 Union Representatives: ST/TCO: tco@fackorg.uu.se Seko Universitetsklubben: seko@uadm.uu.se Saco-rådet: saco@uadm.uu.se Reference Number: UFV-PA 2025/3114 Last Application Date: 13 February 2026 About Uppsala University Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. It employs over 7,600 staff and educates 53,000 students, with the goal of conducting high-quality education and research that make a difference in society. More Information: Working at Uppsala University Note: The position may be subject to security vetting. Applicants must pass the vetting process to be eligible. HR Excellence in Research Uppsala University has received the European Commission acknowledgement HR Excellence in Research, indicating a stimulating and favourable working environment. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Department of Theology, Uppsala University
Published: 15 Oct 2025

Overview

The Faculty of Theology at Uppsala University is one of nine faculties and the oldest faculty at the University. It is independent of any faith community, and the religious affiliation of students, research students, lecturers, or staff is not relevant.

The Department of Theology is the largest institution for education and research in Theology and Religious Studies in Sweden, offering a creative environment for research or degree studies. This PhD position focuses on Buddhism studies within the specialization of History of Religions and Global Christianity.

Starting Date: 27 August 2026

Duties

Devote the majority of time to postgraduate study and research
Up to 20% may involve teaching or administrative duties at the Department
Admission to postgraduate studies is required; the applicant’s ability to successfully complete doctoral studies is decisive

Regulations governing university admissions are in Högskoleförordningen, chapter 7 §§ 34–36 and chapter 5 §§ 1–7.

Eligibility

General Requirements:

At least 240 higher education credits, with at least 60 credits at Master’s level, or equivalent

Specific Requirements for History of Religions and World Christianity:

At least 30 higher education credits in religious studies at first or second cycle
A degree project of at least 15 HE credits at second cycle specializing in History of Religions and World Christianity

Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

Application form – Admission to third-cycle (postgraduate) studies
Financial plan – Specify form of funding and name of a supervising professor or lecturer
Official transcripts – In English or Swedish, including degree certificates if applicable
Research proposal – Max 6 pages (plus one page for references if needed) including:
- Aim
- Research questions
- Method
- Theoretical framework
- Relation to earlier research
- Material for the future thesis
- Proposed supervisor
Master’s Thesis – In Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, English, German, or French. If another language: original, English translation, and cover letter confirming accuracy
Feasibility assessment – Identify potential risks and suggest alternative materials for high-risk projects

Note: Applications missing any of these documents or without a named supervisor will not be considered.

Funding and Attendance

Full funding for up to four years
Must reside in Sweden with a valid residence permit
PhD candidates are expected to participate in the research environment, ideally attending at least three days per week

Notification of admission: Beginning of June 2026

Employment Details

Type of employment: Temporary position (Higher Education Ordinance, chapter 5 § 7)
Scope: 100%
Starting date: 27 August 2026 or as agreed
Placement: Uppsala

Contact:

Director of Doctoral Studies: Mohammad Fazlhashemi
Email: mohammad.fazlhashemi@teol.uu.se
Phone: +46 18 471 22 27

Union Representatives:

ST/TCO: tco@fackorg.uu.se
Seko Universitetsklubben: seko@uadm.uu.se
Saco-rådet: saco@uadm.uu.se

Reference Number: UFV-PA 2025/3114
Last Application Date: 13 February 2026

About Uppsala University

Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. It employs over 7,600 staff and educates 53,000 students, with the goal of conducting high-quality education and research that make a difference in society.

More Information: Working at Uppsala University

Note: The position may be subject to security vetting. Applicants must pass the vetting process to be eligible.

HR Excellence in Research
Uppsala University has received the European Commission acknowledgement HR Excellence in Research, indicating a stimulating and favourable working environment.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

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