Doctoral fellow - Department of Accounting, Corporate Finance and Taxation

Organisation/Company

Ghent University

Research Field

Economics » Administrative sciences
Economics » Business economics
Economics » Financial science
Economics » Other
Juridical sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Application Deadline

31 May 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)

Country

Belgium

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Last application date May 31, 2026 23:59

Department EB22 - Department of Accounting, Corporate Finance and Taxation

Degree Master in Economics, Business Economics, Business Engineering, Business Administration or an equivalent diploma

Occupancy rate 100%

Vacancy type Research staff

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15.000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities.
With its 11 faculties and more than 85 departments offering state-of-the-art study programs grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.

YOUR TASKS

• At least 90% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation in the field of corporate taxation 
• You will assist in the teaching activities for bachelor and master students 
• You will assist in the internal and external services of the department 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a degree of Master in Economics, Business Economics, Business Engineering, Business Administration or an equivalent diploma. The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment. 
• Excellent study results are an asset 
• You are interested in academic and/or project-based research and services, with the intention to pursue a PhD in the field of taxation 
• Your possess didactic and communication skills 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer a full-time position as a doctoral fellow, consisting of an initial period of 12 months, which - after a positive evaluation, will be extended to a total maximum of 4 years. 
• Your contract will start on 01/09/2026 at the earliest. 
• The fellowship amount is 100% of the net salary of an AAP member in equal family circumstances. The individual fellowship amount is determined by Team Personnel Administration based on family status and seniority. A grant that meets the conditions and criteria of the regulations for doctoral fellowships is considered free of personal income tax. Click here for more information about our salary scales 
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits 

INTERESTED?

Send your CV, copy of your diploma (if already in your possession) and a motivation letter to the attention of Ms. Ann Moens via the following email address: ann.moens@ugent.be
We do not accept late applications.
For more information about this vacancy, please contact prof. Annelies Roggeman (annelies.roggeman@ugent.be , +32 09/264 35 46). 

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/ghent-university/2026/doctoral-fellow-departme…

Research Field

Economics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Economics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Economics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Economics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Juridical sciences

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Ghent University

Country

Belgium

City

Ghent

Postal Code

9000

Street

Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33

Geofield

City

Ghent

Website

http://www.ugent.be/en

Postal Code

9000

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