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Logo of EURAXESS - Wageningen University and Research Centre via AcademicTransfer - Posted on: 25 July 2026 Postdoc Philosophy: ELSA (Ethical, Legal, and Social Aspects) of AgData project Dear User, please be advised that the EURAXESS and HR Excellence in Research portals will be unavailable for scheduled maintenance on 27 Jul 2026, from 13:00 to 15:30 CET . We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Wageningen University & Research Philosophy » Philosophy of science Recognised Researcher (R2) Country Netherlands Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Not Applicable Hours Per Week 38.0 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 Offer Description Are you interested in how developments in data technology are affecting farming systems particularly in relation to ethical and social issues? Do you have empirical research skills that you are eager to develop further through applied philosophical research on new technologies? Are you excited to collaborate on a large interdisciplinary program to develop methods for deepening awareness and knowledge about ethical, legal, and social aspects (ELSA) of scientific developments? Within our team, you will have the opportunity to explore these questions in depth with other philosophers, through discussions with engineers and scientists across Europe, and as part of a large-scale program focused on enhancing sustainability and competitiveness of European agriculture through greater and better use of data. This postdoc is based in the Philosophy group and affiliated with the EU Partnership Agriculture of Data (AgData) . In its first two-year exploratory phase (2025-27), this program seeks to develop mechanisms, approaches, and networks which will serve as the basis for a longer second phase (approval pending) whic...