9 Feb 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
University of Amsterdam (UvA)- Research Field
Cultural studies- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)- Country
Netherlands- Application Deadline
29 Feb 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)- 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 an EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Do you want to be part of the AI, Media & Democracy Lab? We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with a profile in communication science.
The AI, Media and Democracy ELSA Lab’s aim is to set up an experimental space and testbed for novel ways of applying AI in the media. Journalists, media professionals, designers, citizens, researchers and public and societal partners bring in their challenges in using AI in the media. The lab investigates how AI-driven applications in the media change the public sphere, civic engagement and economic competition. We develop and test new AI-applications to help solve problems such as disinformation, algorithmic bias and filter bubbles. Together with our partners we also (co)-create new ethical and legal frameworks for responsible uses of AI that align with fundamental rights, public values and the European regulatory framework.
For this position, we are looking for a postdoc to investigate how the introduction of (generative AI is changing the relationship between media, users & AI and the effects for democratic engagement. How can AI-driven applications be designed in a way to earn trust and acceptance, solve problems such as disinformation, but also how AI-driven applications can create new user experiences.
Tasks include
- Develop, conduct, and publish research on media and AI and present on (inter)national conferences;
- Contribute to the public debate and organise activities as part of AIMD and related groups at the University of Amsterdam;
- Contribute to events, research meetings, and grant applications;
- Collaborate with other researchers.
Requirements
Specific Requirements
What do we require
- A PhD degree in communication science, journalism, or related social science field;
- A strong affinity with digital / computational science methods;
- Affinity with or interest in a lab-based, team research setting;
- Experience in working together with a team of people from different disciplines;
- An excellent written and spoken command of English, for instance demonstrated by publications in English-language journals;
- The ability, willingness, and commitment to do autonomous work in a multidisciplinary team;
- Interesting in having an active role in organizing work for the executive board, workshops, lecture series, and similar events.
If the vacancy appeals to you, but you are doubting whether you might be THE person we are looking for, please do apply. We encourage all qualified applicants, including minorities, women, people with disabilities, and members of other groups underrepresented in academia to apply. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect, inclusiveness, equal opportunities with room for situated experiences, diverse perspectives, and ideas to flourish. This commitment applies to our research, organisation, room for flexibility, training, and community activities as well as our hiring strategy.
Additional Information
Benefits
We offer a temporary part-time or full-time contract (32 – 38 hours) for the period of 2 years. Preferred starting date is September 1, 2024, or soon thereafter.
The gross monthly salary based on full-time employment (38 hours per week) ranges from €4.332. up to a maximum of €5.929 (salary scale 11). This is exclusive 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% end-of-year bonus. The starting salary will be based on qualifications, expertise and relevant experience. The profile Researcher 3 is applicable in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU) .
The UvA offers excellent possibilities for further professional development and education.
What else do we offer
- a position where own initiative and input are highly valued;
- the ability to have an active part in setting up and shaping this new research center/initiative;
- an enthusiastic and dynamic team that is open to new colleagues;
- an inspiring academic and international working environment in the heart of Amsterdam.
Selection process
Do you recognize yourself in the job profile? Then we look forward to receiving your application/motivation letter and resume in one bundled .pdf by February 29th, 2024.
Applications in one bundled .pdf should include:
- a curriculum vitae;
- a letter of motivation;
- names and contact details of 3 references.
We will invite potential candidates for interviews within 2 weeks after the closing date.
Interviews will take place in March, 2024.
Additional comments
Do you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:
- Prof. dr. Claes de Vreese, [email protected]
- Website for additional job details
https://www.academictransfer.com/337562/
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
- Country
- Netherlands
- City
- Amsterdam
- Postal Code
- 1018WV
- Street
- Nieuwe Achtergracht 166
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://www.academictransfer.com/en/337562/postdoctoral-communication-science-a…
Contact
- City
Amsterdam- Website
http://www.uva.nl/- Street
Spui 21- Postal Code
1012 WX
STATUS: EXPIRED
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