About the Position

This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of psychology, data science, and business, aiming to train a world-class behavioral scientist.

The PhD project focuses on consumer and managerial judgment and decision-making, contributing to high-quality, managerially relevant research. As part of this position, you will aim to publish in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Consumer Research, Journal of Marketing Research, Management Science, and Psychological Science.

Under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Bart De Langhe and Prof. Dr. Burcak Bas, you will be part of a dynamic team including PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and faculty. This role offers unparalleled opportunities for collaboration with international scholars, participation in leading conferences, and engagement with industry partners.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct research on behavioral science and marketing, aiming for publication in top-tier journals.
• Present your findings at international conferences such as the Association of Consumer Research Conference and Society of Judgment and Decision-Making Annual Meeting.
• Take doctoral courses at KU Leuven or partner universities in areas such as business, psychology, statistics, and computer science.
• Supervise bachelor’s and master’s thesis students.
• Engage in limited teaching responsibilities at the Research Center for Marketing.

Eligibility Requirements

We welcome applications from candidates with:

• A Master’s degree (or expected by the start of 2025-2026) in fields such as Psychology, Marketing, Economics, Applied Economics, Commercial Engineering, or Business Administration.
• A strong interest in behavioral science, psychology, and data analysis/statistics.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R or SAS) and programming languages (e.g., Python or Java) is a plus.
• High-level English proficiency (written and oral).

What We Offer

• Full-time employment for 4 years at KU Leuven.
• Competitive salary and benefits in line with KU Leuven’s standards.
• Access to a collaborative research environment with world-class resources.
• Opportunities to present research at leading international conferences.
• Mentorship from renowned scholars and collaboration with an international network of researchers and industry professionals.
• Doctoral training in multidisciplinary fields tailored to your interests.

More details about working conditions can be found here: KU Leuven PhD Working Conditions.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following documents via KU Leuven’s application portal by 28 February 2025:

1. Motivation letter explaining your interest in the position and alignment with your career goals.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Academic transcripts and any relevant supporting documents.