Postdoctoral Researcher

**Introduction**:
Do you have knowledge and research expertise in the cultural and creative sectors and industries? Are you focused on issues of management, production and business operations in these sectors? Do you have an interest in data ecosystems and digital transformation? Then we might be looking for you.

**Job description**:
The project addresses the underutilization of data in the daily operations of European CCSI, particularly in experience sectors such as live music, festivals, theatre, and museums. These sectors are known for their ability to create value through audience-centric cultural experiences, yet they face significant economic vulnerabilities. The project aims to foster innovation in these sectors by developing, implementing, and evaluating human-centric, data-driven tools and practices that promote sustainable and responsible digital transformation.

We are looking for an enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher, who will work closely with key project stakeholders, including CCSI companies and organizations throughout the EU, research labs, consultancies, and umbrella organizations. You will join the interdisciplinary Erasmus project team.

**Research and organizational duties (0.5 FTE)**:

- Conduct interdisciplinary research, including (qualitative) network analysis of collaborative data practices, considering the interplay of human and non-human actors within the CCSI, while integrating insights from multiple streams of research;
- Contribute to the development of a framework that provides guiding principles for digital transformation in CCSI and the interventions to be executed within the project;
- Collaborate closely with consortium partners and pilot organizations to understand the dynamics of implementing data-driven tools and practices;
- Contribute to the development of policy recommendations and upscaling strategies based on pilot and research outcomes;
- Participate in and contribute to project meetings and workshops;
- Prepare and present research findings at academic conferences and publish them in top peer-reviewed journals;
- Engage in disseminating project results to a broader audience, including industry stakeholders and policymakers;
- Performing a variety of coordination and organisational tasks in the context of the project.

**Teaching duties (max. 0.3 FTE)**:

- Preparing and teaching courses within the context of the various degree programmes in the field of Media and Communication provided by the ESHCC;
- Monitoring the literature and integrating new insights into the education programme;
- Supervising and coaching students.

**Job requirements**:

- A Ph.D. degree (or near completion) in a relevant field, such as Media Studies, Digital Humanities, Communication Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related discipline;
- Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary research within the context of CCSI and digital transformation;
- Knowledge of the European cultural and creative sectors and their operational challenges;
- At a minimum, a general understanding of how big data can empower stakeholders in CCSI and enhance organizational operations;
- Prior teaching experience and the proven ability to inspire students from undergraduate to postgraduate levels;
- The ability and willingness to teach a range of topics in the field of media and communication, media and creative industries and to develop new courses;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, especially within multi-stakeholder environments;
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral.

**Employment conditions and benefits**:
We offer you an internationally oriented and varied job in an enthusiastic team, with excellent working conditions in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU).

The starting date of this position is 1 February 2025. You will be based at the Woudestein Campus in **the Department of Media and Communication** in the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication (ESHCC). This position is 0.5 - 0.8 FTE. The salary is dependent on your experience and knowledge and ranges from a minimum of € 4492;
- to a maximum of € 6148;
- gross per month on a full time basis (salary scale 11), in accordance with the CAO-NU. The duration of the contract is 12 months with possible extension with another 24 months (total 36 months) upon good performance.

Everything else we offer you, you can find below
- Everything you need for a **good work-life balance**: the option to work from home in consultation with your manager, 41 days of paid leave with a 40 hour contract, 8% holiday pay and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and a significant discount on a subscription for our on-campus sports centre
- Time and space for your development in the broadest sense: development days and a personal career budget, foreign exchange opportunities with most costs paid by EUR, and free access to our university library.
- Good pe