PhD Position: Simulation and Modeling
2 weken geleden
The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to join the WHAT-IF project, a European research initiative focused on creating a digital twin of the social media environment. This innovative project aims to test possible interventions at the individual and societal level, examining the role of misinformation and hate speech, among others, and developing solutions to counter their negative effects.
As a PhD researcher, you will be part of an international team collaborating with experts in computational social science, political science, communication science, simulations, and ethics. Your main role will be assisting in the development of the methodology and software for running virtual field experiments using the WHAT-IF simulation.
Your RoleYou will lead one of the experimental studies and collaborate on others, answering questions on the role of media diets and their effects on democratic outcomes. Additionally, you can be involved in improving the data donation infrastructure, helping with the development and validation of the simulation, and/or collaborating with panels in 4 countries to engage a strong citizen perspective in the entire research process.
Requirements- Completed (Research) Master degree in Political or Computational Communication Science or a related discipline
- Strong interest in social media usage and its effects on democratic citizenship
- Strong computational background (Python, R, and/or simulation or front-end development)
- Knowledge of and experience with empirical (field or experimental) studies and research designs
- Good cross-disciplinary team collaboration and oral and written communication skills
- Interest in working in an interdisciplinary and international project
A challenging position in a socially involved and highly interdisciplinary organization. The job profile is based on the university job ranking system and is vacant for 1 FTE. We offer:
- a salary of € 2.872,00 (PhD) and maximum € 3.670,00 (PhD) gross per month in the fourth year, for a full-time employment
- an employment contract of initially 1 year. After a satisfactory evaluation of the initial appointment, the contract will be extended for a total duration of 4 years
We also offer attractive fringe benefits and arrangements, such as a full-time 38-hour working week, 8% holiday allowance, 8.3% end-of-year bonus, contribution to commuting expenses, and a wide range of sports facilities.
About UsThe Faculty of Social Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam examines major social issues from a variety of critical perspectives. We combine sociology, anthropology, political science, communication science, administration, and organization. Our team is open-minded, and we value diversity, significance, and humanity. We work towards a better world for people and planet, creating a safe and respectful working and study climate.
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam stands for values-driven education and research. We are located on one physical campus in the heart of Amsterdam's Zuidas business district, with excellent location and accessibility. We are always searching for people whose backgrounds and experience contribute to the diversity of our community.
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