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Saturday, January 8, 2011

Full Time PhD Position at Free University of Brussels

Overview

The research centre IBBT‐SMIT of the Free University of Brussels (Vrije Universiteit Brussel) offers a full time PhD position in the field of Social Sciences, more in particular of Media and Communication Studies. The vacancy is open for a research position of 4 years, in order to realize a PhD on the use of social media and social networks sites, the reconfiguration of privacy practices and the social and technological consequences thereof. The position starts in January 2011, and is supervised by Prof. Jo Pierson.

Candidates are expected to show strong affinity with and interest in the domain of audience and user studies, social media technologies and media sociology, and are holder of a Masters degree in Social Sciences (Communication Studies, Sociology, ...). Applications are to be sent electronically as soon as possible (at the latest by 14th January 2011) to Hans De Canck (Hans.De.Canck@vub.ac.be) and Prof. Jo Pierson (jo.pierson@vub.ac.be). When applying, a motivation and an elaborated vision on the theme under concern are expected to be included with the CV.


Requirements:

• A Master degree in Social Sciences, (Communication Studies, Sociology, ...)
• Good knowledge of Dutch (and English)
• Strong affinity and/or interest in the domain of audience and user studies, social media technologies and media sociology
• Good knowledge of user research methods
• Good writing skills
• To be flexible and to be able to cope with deadlines
• Team player with strong social skills
• Research experience is a plus.

We offer:

• An interesting PhD research position (4 years) in astimulating work environment
• Enthusiastic and young co‐workers and a pleasant environment
• Day to day support and project guidance based on high quality standards
• A place for personal involvement and input
• Flexible working hours
• Multiple social benefits
• Salary in accordance with the job market.

Contact information:

Hans De Canck
IBBT‐SMIT
Free University of Brussels (Vrije Universiteit Brussel)
Pleinlaan 9
B‐1050 Brusssels
E‐mail: Hans.De.Canck@vub.ac.be
Tel.: +32‐(0)2‐6291628

Prof. dr. J. Pierson
Dept. of Media and Communication Studies
Faculty of Arts and Philosophy
Free University of Brussels (Vrije Universiteit Brussel)
Pleinlaan 2
B‐1050 Brusssels
E‐mail: jo.pierson@vub.ac.be
Tel.: +32‐(0)2‐6292412


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