Leiden University, Netherlands has opened multiple academic, postdoctoral, research, and PhD positions across the Faculty of Science, Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Archaeology, and the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs for 2026. The announced vacancies cover diverse disciplines including enzyme characterization and enzyme engineering, sedimentary DNA analysis and human–wildlife relationships, computer science and cyber security, business and data science, laboratory astrophysics, astronomical data science, violence prevention research, music and speculative fiction studies, and Chinese Studies.
The opportunities include postdoctoral researcher roles, assistant professor and lecturer positions (0.6–1.0 FTE), research assistant posts, faculty appointments, and a prestigious four-year PhD fellowship, based primarily in Leiden and The Hague. These roles are offered within internationally renowned departments and research institutes, providing access to advanced laboratories, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong academic networks. Application deadlines vary by position, with most opportunities open throughout January and early 2026, making this an excellent chance for scholars and researchers to advance their careers at one of Europe’s leading research universities.