Exciting PhD Positions in Health Humanities: Join the StoryPharm Project

The University of Salerno is thrilled to announce the availability of three PhD student positions as part of the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action DN project “StoryPharm – Storytelling as Pharmakon in Premodernity and Beyond.” This initiative is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in the intersection of storytelling, health humanities, and cultural heritage.

Position Overview

• Job Title: Doctoral Fellow (PhD Student Positions)
• Location: University of Salerno, Italy
• Application Deadline: December 15, 2024
• Contract Type: Temporary, Full-time
• Starting Date: Between June and August 2025

About the StoryPharm Project

The StoryPharm project aims to train a new generation of researchers specializing in the health humanities, focusing on how storytelling has influenced health and wellness in premodern societies and beyond. This interdisciplinary program offers a unique platform for doctoral fellows to engage in groundbreaking research while acquiring essential skills for their future careers.

Key Responsibilities

The doctoral fellows will:

• Conduct in-depth research on various topics related to storytelling and health in historical contexts.
• Collaborate with an international and interdisciplinary team of researchers.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops designed to enhance their academic and professional skills.

Qualifications

Required Criteria

To apply, candidates must:

• Hold or be about to obtain a Master’s degree in relevant fields such as Ancient or Medieval History, Art History, Religious Studies, or Cultural Heritage Studies.
• Be motivated, enthusiastic, and willing to engage with diverse research methodologies.
• Not already hold a doctoral title and meet the mobility rule (less than 12 months of residence in the recruiting country within the last 3 years).

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with digital humanities and previous experience in international research teams will be advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of relevant historical languages (e.g., Latin, Greek) is also beneficial.

Benefits

Successful candidates will enjoy:

• A competitive salary funded through the Horizon Europe programme.
• Access to a rich academic environment and resources.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the field of health humanities.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications electronically to cemar@ucy.ac.cy. The application must include:

• A personal statement outlining motivations and goals.
• A CV detailing academic achievements.
• A research statement corresponding to the specific project they wish to pursue.
• Copies of relevant degrees and transcripts.
• Reference letters.

Important Dates

• Application Period: October 15, 2024, to December 15, 2024.