The Royal Netherlands Institute of Southeast Asian and Caribbean Studies (KITLV) in Leiden is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to examine how tourism affects marine protected area governance in Eastern Indonesia.

The position forms part of TIDE-MPAs, a collaborative project connecting marine science, social research and conservation practice. Fieldwork will focus on Maluku and/or West Papua, investigating local knowledge, livelihoods and authority.

The one-year appointment is for 32 hours per week. The advertised gross monthly salary ranges from €3,706 to €5,760 on a full-time basis, depending on qualifications and experience.

Applicants should hold a PhD in anthropology, political ecology or a related discipline, have fieldwork experience in Indonesia, and demonstrate Indonesian proficiency and excellent English.

Applications must be submitted in English and include an 800-word maximum motivation letter with a link to a video of up to two minutes, plus a CV of no more than three pages and contact details for two academic referees.

The deadline is October 30, 2026, although the vacancy may remain open until filled.

Further details and applications: official vacancy announcement.