Postdoctoral Positions in Political Science at Aarhus University for Fellowship

  •  Fellowship
  •  31-Jan-2025
  •   Denmark
  • $$  Full-time academic position with research and teaching responsibilities

The Department of Political Science at Aarhus University invites applications for two full-time Postdoctoral Positions in Political Science. Funded by the prestigious Sapere Aude grant, this project explores innovative ways to strengthen democratic values through impactful advertising strategies.

Applicants must hold (or be close to completing) a PhD in Political Science or related fields such as Psychology, Communications, Media Studies, Data Science, or Economics. Ideal candidates will demonstrate expertise in areas such as democratic values, political advertising, behavioral intervention strategies, or quantitative research methods, including survey and field experiments. Proficiency in creating and editing media content is an asset.Established in 1928, Aarhus University is a premier research-intensive institution in Denmark, celebrated for its commitment to excellence in education and innovation. Situated in the dynamic city of Aarhus, the university boasts a diverse and inclusive academic community with a strong global perspective. Consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, Aarhus University provides state-of-the-art facilities and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration across its faculties.

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Postdoctoral Positions in Political Science at Aarhus University for Fellowship Established in 1928, Aarhus Universitet (Aarhus University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Aarhus (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Central Denmark Region. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Aarhus Universitet (AU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Aarhus Universitet (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 91 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Applicants from all nationalities are welcome.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: Postdoctoral research in Political Science, particularly in the “Advertising Democracy” project.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
    • Hold (or be close to completing) a PhD in Political Science or relevant disciplines such as Psychology, Communications, Media Studies, Data Science, or Economics.
    • Demonstrate expertise in at least one of the following areas:
      • Citizens’ democratic values, political behavior, and polarization in Western democracies.
      • Political advertising, media communication, and behavioral intervention strategies.
      • Quantitative research methods, including survey and field experiments.
      • Proficiency in tools for creating and editing photo and video content.
    • Show evidence of scholarly accomplishments, including peer-reviewed publications.
    • Be willing to teach one course per year.
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Offered Benefits

  • Participation in a cutting-edge research project funded by a Sapere Aude grant.
  • Collaboration with leading researchers from universities in Glasgow, Stuttgart, and Munich.
  • Funding for research, training, and networking opportunities.
  • Career development support, including access to Aarhus University’s Junior Researcher Development Programme.
  • Full-time employment with a competitive salary.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit the following mandatory documents:

  1. Cover Letter: A one-page motivation for joining the Advertising Democracy (AdDem) project.
  2. Research Proposal: A 2-3 page proposal outlining a study idea aligned with the AdDem project’s scope, including the gap, argument, and research design.
  3. Curriculum Vitae: Include any periods without research activity.
  4. Education Documentation: Diplomas for master’s, PhD, or higher degrees.
  5. List of Publications: Clearly mark enclosed publications (up to three can be included).
  6. Co-author Statement: Required for multi-author works.
  7. Teaching Portfolio: Must align with departmental requirements.

All applications should be submitted via Aarhus University’s online portal before January 31, 2025, at 23:59 CET. For further details, refer to Aarhus University’s application guidelines here.

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