• You will work with a survey company to set-up a cross-national longitudinal study in Estonia, Portugal, and the Netherlands.
• You will design and implement a series of experimental lab studies.
• You will analyze the data from both strands of research.
• You will report your findings in peer-reviewed scientific papers.
• You will present your research at international scientific conferences.

• You have completed (or will complete in the summer of 2026) a master's degree in pedagogy, developmental, social or family psychology, or a related discipline.
• You received training in quantitative research methods and statistics, preferably both longitudinal and experimental research.
• You have demonstrated expertise or a clearly evidenced interest in research on parenting behavior.
• You enjoy engaging deeply with abstract theoretical questions.
• You are comfortable in a research environment where projects develop iteratively, and directions may change over time.
• You enjoy work that requires a high level of precision.
• You feel comfortable working in teams.
• You have experience with scientific writing.
• Dutch proficiency is not required. However, as part of the project involves local data collection with Dutch-speaking participants, it can be an advantage.

The appointment concerns temporary employment of 38 hours per week (1.0 fte) for a period of 4 years. The initial employment is for one year. Following a positive assessment and barring altered circumstances, this term will be extended by three years, which should result in the conferral of a doctorate. We will put together a graduate school curriculum. You will contribute to teaching activities in the department (around 10% of your time). The starting date is 01 September 2026.