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Your Responsibilities
Join our team as a postdoctoral researcher and co-lead key components of our project. Your role will involve:
Developing the conceptual framework and designing data collection instruments, as well as conducting data analysis, which includes:
Creating a computational text analysis tool to measure negativity in the news
Conducting a longitudinal survey study combined with web tracking to understand the effects of exposure to negative news on political knowledge, well-being, and future news use/avoidance.
Coordinating and collaborating closely with team members and project partners
Leading efforts in producing publications and representing the project at conferences
Facilitating research transfer
Providing support for project-related management and administrative tasks
Your Profile
Educational Background: A strong doctoral degree (or nearing completion) in communication science or a related field (e.g., political science, psychology, social computing).
Research Skills: Proficiency in computational text analysis methods, including large language models, and experience or interest in digital tracking. Strong programming abilities in R, along with analytical skills and a track record of independent, internationally visible research.
Relevant Experience: Familiarity with research and public discourse surrounding news consumption, well-being, news avoidance, and political knowledge.
Motivation: A genuine enthusiasm for exploring the project's themes, with an interest in understanding negativity in the news and its individual-level effects on political knowledge, well-being, and news consumption behaviors.
Language Proficiency: Mandatory fluency in English for research and publication. Additional knowledge of a language relevant to the project's regional focus (especially German) is a plus.
Willingness: An eagerness to relocate to Zurich and travel internationally to engage with relevant scientific communities.
Application Process
To join our team, apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
For further inquiries, please contact:
Pinar Tidin-Alpan
Administration Assistant / HR Officer
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