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Your Responsibilities
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to co-lead key components of an exciting project. Your role will involve:
Developing the conceptual framework and designing data collection instruments, as well as conducting data analysis, specifically:
Creating a computational text analysis tool to gauge negativity in news content.
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 usage or 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 near 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, with experience or interest in digital tracking. Strong programming abilities in R, combined with analytical skills and a proven 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 working on the project's topics, particularly an interest in understanding negativity in the news and its individual effects on political knowledge, well-being, and future news usage or avoidance.
Language Proficiency: Mandatory fluency in English for research and publication. Proficiency in a language relevant to the project's regional focus (especially German) is a plus.
Willingness to Relocate: Must be willing to relocate to Zurich and travel internationally to engage with relevant scientific communities.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
For more information, please contact:
Pinar Tidin-Alpan
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