Interuniversity Center for Social Science Theory and Methodology

Our PhD Program

The ICS PhD program is designed for graduates in sociology or related disciplines who would like to acquire a PhD degree and pursue a scientific career. We hire graduates in social, behavioral, and economic sciences and in some cases other sciences such as computer sciences or mathematics.

As a leading institute we provide:

• full four-year positions
• more than 10 vacancies a year at 4 universities in the Netherlands
• a structured program with training in advanced theory construction and research methods by means of courses, tutorials, and individual study
• support by a personal supervision team and meetings on a regular basis