The University of Zurich - Job Opportunity
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, presents a diverse array of attractive positions across various academic disciplines and professional fields. With approximately 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, the University provides an inspiring working environment that fosters cutting-edge research and top-tier education. We invite you to apply your talents and skills with us at UZH, a premier institution in academia.
Your Responsibilities
- Conduct high-quality research in the field of strategic communication.
- Complete a dissertation within four years.
- Attend academic conferences and publish in pertinent academic journals.
- Collaborate on existing projects and develop new initiatives with the Strategic Communication & Media Management team.
- Research and teach in innovative areas of strategic communication and adjacent fields.
- Teach one class per semester relevant to your research interests in our BA programs.
- Engage in further academic qualifications.
- Handle organizational and administrative tasks.
Your Profile
- Excellent Master's degree in Communication Science or related fields.
- Strong interest in strategic communication and areas such as organizational communication, corporate communication, public relations, or investor relations.
- High affinity for topics like artificial intelligence, sustainability, management, strategy, public affairs, finance, or similar subjects.
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative methods and data analysis (e.g., content analysis, surveys, experiments, interviews); initial exposure to computational methods is a plus.
- Proficient in R and/or Python.
- Strong command of English, both spoken and written.
- A scientific and open mindset, meticulous and reliable work ethic, ability to work independently, a strong penchant for collaborative efforts, and exceptional time and project management skills.
- Willingness to relocate to Zurich and travel internationally to engage with relevant scientific communities.
Application Process
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered. We look forward to your interest in joining our team!
Pinar Tidin
HR Officer
personal@ikmz.uzh.ch