Postdoctoral Position in Journalistic Fact-Checking

2 months ago


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

The Department of Communication at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a postdoctoral position on the Carlsberg-funded project 'Tell Me the Truth: Fact Checkers in an Age of Epistemic Instability'. The project explores questions of facts and truths in public debate, focusing on the role of journalistic fact-checkers.

The position is a fixed-term research position with no teaching obligations. The postdoc will participate in meetings in the Section of Rhetoric and Department of Communication.

The ideal candidate is an excellent scholar of rhetoric, media studies, or journalism studies, with experience in theories relevant to the project. They should be able to independently develop a subproject within the framework of the overall project.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the project leader and other members of the TMT project group. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile research project and develop a subproject in an area of interest.

  • Develop and implement a research subproject within the framework of the TMT project.
  • Conduct independent research and participate in research collaborations.
  • Collaborate with the project leader and other members of the TMT project group.

The University of Copenhagen is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.



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