Doctoral Position in Strategic Communication (Research and Teaching Assistant, 3-6 Years) 60 %

Overview

The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, presents an engaging environment with a variety of opportunities across diverse disciplines and professional domains. Our institution, supported by a workforce of approximately 10,000 employees and featuring 12 professional apprenticeship pathways, is dedicated to pioneering research and delivering top-tier education. Join us and apply your talents within our vibrant community.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research in the field of strategic communication.
• Complete a dissertation within a timeframe of three to six years.
• Participate in academic conferences and contribute to publications in esteemed academic journals.
• Collaborate on existing projects and innovate new initiatives within the Strategic Communication & Media Management team.
• Engage in research and instructional activities in areas such as strategic communication and sustainable/environmental communication.
• Teach one course per semester aligned with your research interests in our undergraduate programs.
• Pursue further academic qualifications to enhance expertise.
• Manage organizational and administrative tasks efficiently.

Your Profile

• Possession of an excellent Master's degree in Communication Science or a pertinent field.
• Demonstrated interest in strategic communication along with related areas, including organizational communication, corporate communication, public relations, or investor relations.
• Strong inclination towards sustainability, management, strategy, finance, public affairs, and related topics.
• Experience with both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, particularly in data analysis (e.g., content analysis, surveys, experiments, interviews), along with initial exposure to computational methods.
• Proficiency in R and/or Python.
• Excellent command of the English language, both spoken and written.
• A scientific and inquisitive mindset, attention to detail, reliability in work, independence, excellent collaborative skills, and robust time and project management abilities.
• Willingness to relocate to Zurich and engage in international travel to connect with relevant scientific communities.

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