PhD Researcher in Media and Cultural Studies

8 hours ago


Huddinge Municipality, Sweden Karlstad University Full time
Opportunity for PhD Research

Södertörn University is a leading institution for education and research in the humanities, social sciences, technology, and natural sciences. Our university community comprises around 13,500 students, 80 programmes, and 340 courses. We are committed to conducting education and research that promotes sustainable societal development.

The Baltic and East European Graduate School (BEEGS) at Södertörn University invites applications for a PhD researcher position in Media and Communication Studies. This doctoral studentship is affiliated with BEEGS and focuses on Critical and Cultural Theory. The research environment comprises around 30 researchers/teachers, including full professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and nine doctoral students.

As a PhD researcher, you will work closely with our faculty members to develop your research skills and contribute to ongoing projects in the field of media and communication studies. You will have access to our state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including our library and research centers.

The successful candidate will have a strong academic background in Media and Communication Studies, Critical and Cultural Theory, or a related field. You should have excellent writing and analytical skills, as well as the ability to assimilate complex academic material in English.

The PhD programme covers 240 credits, equivalent to four years of full-time study. The position includes admission to third-cycle education and employment as a doctoral student at the School of Culture and Education. The intended outcome for admitted students is a PhD.

Applicants must submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, degree certificate, certificates demonstrating eligibility, Bachelor's essay, Master's dissertation, research plan (project plan), and name and contact details for two reference persons. Please note that incomplete applications will not be processed.

If available, a maximum of three publications may also be attached. Application deadline: February 13th.



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