Academic Researcher: Investigating Journalism's Financial Sustainability

3 dagen geleden


Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland Universiteit van Amsterdam Voltijd

University Overview


The University of Amsterdam is a world-renowned research institution, fostering an environment of academic excellence and innovation.



About the Position


We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our team at the Amsterdam School of Communication Research (ASCoR) in the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.



Job Description


This three-year PhD project aims to investigate the financial challenges facing journalism and potential strategies for safeguarding its vital position in democratic society. You will conduct empirical studies using different methodologies, including secondary analyses of existing data, in-depth interviews with journalistic professionals, and pre-registered vignette experiments to test the effectiveness of various strategies.



Responsibilities


Your key responsibilities include developing, conducting, and publishing research on the consequences of journalism's financial crisis, completing a PhD dissertation within the appointment period, contributing to the public debate about the business of journalism, presenting your work at national and international conferences, and teaching-related tasks in the Bachelor programme.



Required Skills and Qualifications


To be successful in this role, you should have a strong affinity with the topics, excel in research methods, and enjoy working together in a team. A research master's degree in communication science or a related social-science field is required, as well as a firm basis in and ideally experience with research methods and data analysis.



Benefits


We offer a highly competitive salary, ranging from €2,872 gross per month in the first year to €3,670 in the final year, based on full-time employment and in keeping with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities. We also provide an extensive package of secondary benefits, including 8% holiday allowance and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.



Salary Estimate


We estimate the annual salary to be approximately €34,524 in the first year and €43,920 in the final year.



About the Team


You will be part of a vibrant academic community that values initiative, input, and creativity. Our team is enthusiastic and warm, with a strong focus on collaboration and professional development.



Location


The position is based in the heart of Amsterdam, offering easy access to public transportation and a diverse cultural scene.



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