Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Journalism

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Posted: 09-Apr-24

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Salary: 55,000.00 - 65,000.00

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Communications/Journalism

Internal Number: 360555

Position Overview:
The Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication within the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a 9-month (AY24-25 August-May) position as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Journalism, with an appointment in the Minnesota Journalism Center, beginning Fall 2024 (start date: 8/26/2024). This is a 100%-time appointment as a postdoctoral associate (Job Code 9546).
At the University of Minnesota, postdoctoral associates are academic employees who conduct research, teach, or provide service that enhances career skills or allows for opportunities to learn new research or teaching techniques. They are trained by and work with a faculty mentor who collaboratively determines the training agenda. The goal of this position is to provide the candidate with advanced training in research and engagement associated with the Minnesota Journalism Center. Candidates will also have opportunities to join, learn from, and contribute to the broader mission of the Minnesota Journalism Center. Candidates who have research trajectories that align with current faculty research is a plus. The identified mentor for this postdoctoral associate is Dr. Benjamin Toff, who will also help the postdoctoral fellow position their teaching and research for future opportunities. 
Job Responsibilities:
Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of research studies: 50%
The candidate will lead research development activities, as determined in consultation with a faculty mentor. Specifically the candidate will work on two projects: one studying the effectiveness of local news interventions designed to mitigate and reverse distrust and news avoidance among segments of the public and the second an ongoing study examining changes in the supply of information providers statewide. The postdoc will work with Dr. Benjamin Toff and other collaborators at the University of Minnesotaâ™s Hubbard School and Minnesota Journalism Center.
Project management around data collection, engagement with local news organizations, and evaluation of data: 20%
The candidate will assist with managing engagement efforts working with local newsroom partners and aspects of data collection and analysis.
Collaborate on publication of findings: 20%
The candidate will work with colleagues on publishing research results for multiple outputs, including peer reviewed journals, white papers, or other public-facing communications that translate findings for a diverse range of audiences and stakeholders.
Professional development, teaching and training: 10%
Responsibilities include advising students, developing professional skills and training by attending professional development meetings.
 

Required Qualifications:

• All candidates must expect to earn a Ph.D. in Mass Communication or a related field (e.g., journalism, political science) by the appointment start-date (08/30/2024)
• Expertise in journalism and evidence of excellence in conducting peer-reviewed research in higher education settings
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior work experience in journalism or media professions
• Prior teaching and research experience in journalism
• Demonstrated potential to conduct research
• A demonstrated commitment, knowledge, and skill in working with students, faculty, and staff to foster an environment of inclusion and belonging. 
• Engagement with new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, in research and the study of ethics in its use is a plus.

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