Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Digital Culture
- Bergen, Vestland
- kr 615.700 pr år
- Fast
- Fulltid
- The applicant must hold a Norwegian PhD or an equivalent foreign degree in Digital Culture, Digital Humanities or a related field with a specialization in algorithmic culture or similar topics, and demonstrated experience working with qualitative research methods, or in Media Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Cultural Studies or a related field with specialization in digital media and demonstrated experience in working with ethnographic methods. The doctoral dissertation must have been submitted for evaluation within the closing date of the application. The PhD degree must be obtained prior to appointment.
- The applicant must provide a project proposal (max. 5 pages) aligned with the goals of the ALGOFOLK project, that is, using digital humanities and social science methodologies to study the relationship between algorithmic automation and vernacular creativity in a global context, with a particular emphasis on both EU and Global South contexts. The proposal should include a progress plan for the project's main activities, and a plan for publishing results in recognized international channels.
- The applicant must be able to work independently in a well-structured way and have good cooperation skills.
- The applicant must be proficient in both written and oral English.
- A good and professionally challenging working environment.
- Salary at pay grade 63 (code 1352) in the state salary scale, currently equivalent to a gross annual salary of NOK 615 700 following ordinary meriting regulations. Further salary advancement will depend on seniority in the position.
- Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
- A position in an inclusive workplace (IA enterprise).
- Good
- A cover letter including a brief account of the applicant's research interests and motivation for applying for the position.
- A project proposal of up to five pages/12.000 characters, when bibliography is not included. The project proposal should describe the research project, including research background, main research questions, theory, method, etc.
- Bibliography for the proposed project.
- A progress plan for the proposed project, and a plan for publishing results in recognized international channels.
- Full list of scientific works (publication list).
- Up to five academic works (may include theses, monographs and articles) that are to be given special consideration in the assessment of your academic qualifications.
- CV.
- A short summary of the PhD-thesis (up to three pages).
- Transcripts and diplomas showing completion of the bachelor's and master's degrees, and diploma for the PhD or documentation showing that the thesis has been submitted for assessment.
- Relevant certificates/references.
- The names and contact information for two reference persons. One of these must be the main supervisor for the PhD thesis.
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