Postdoctoral Researchers in Digital Media and Communication Research

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Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet (KU) Full time

Københavns Universitet (KU) is inviting applications for three postdoctoral positions in digital media and communication research. These positions offer a unique opportunity to participate in interdisciplinary and culturally comparative work covering China, Europe, and the United States.

The successful applicants will become part of the GREENWATCH project, which examines the potentials and challenges of employing the Internet of Things (IoT) as a communication system monitoring the effects of human activities on Earth's ecosystems.

About the Positions
  • Postdoc # 1 - China: The successful applicant will undertake document analyses of product information, legislation, and other materials regarding IoT in China, conduct fieldwork in China, and contribute to collaborative and comparative analyses of what IoT is in different world regions and what it could become in the future.
  • Postdoc # 2 - Europe: The successful applicant will undertake document analyses of product information, legislation, and other materials regarding IoT in Europe, conduct fieldwork in Europe, and contribute to collaborative and comparative analyses of what IoT is in different world regions and what it could become as part of the green transition.
  • Postdoc # 3 - United States: The successful applicant will undertake document analyses of product information, legislation, and other materials regarding IoT in the United States, conduct fieldwork in the United States, and contribute to collaborative and comparative analyses of what IoT is in different world regions and what it could become as part of the green transition.

The successful applicants will have the opportunity to develop their skills in qualitative fieldwork, document analysis, and theory development on a strategic issue with global ramifications.

Requirements and Qualifications

Employment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level. Applicants must have specific theoretical and methodological competences in research on digital media and communicative practices. Other things being equal, applicants with previous experience in qualitative fieldwork, document analysis, or both of these approaches will be preferred.

Applicants for the position as Postdoc # 1 - China must be fluent in speaking and writing both English and Mandarin. Applicants for the position as Postdoc # 2 - Europe must be fluent in speaking and writing English. Applicants for the position as Postdoc # 3 - United States must be fluent in speaking and writing English.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for Postdocs starts at DKK 38,575 (approximately EUR 5,170) + a 17.1% contribution to the pension scheme. It is possible to negotiate salary supplements on an annual basis.

Københavns Universitet (KU) offers a variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including support before and during relocation and career counselling for expat partners.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online in PDF or Word format. Applications must be written in English and must include the following attachments:

  • Letter of motivation
  • CV
  • Documentation of qualifications
  • Complete publication list
  • Research plan
  • Documentation of other work on the dissemination of research

The deadline for applications is September 15, 2024 at 23:59 CEST. Any applications or additional material submitted after the deadline will not be considered.



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