Application Deadline: 14th September, 2022
The University of Warsaw is inviting applications for a position of an Assistant Professor (full-time, fixed-term, 100% research-based) within the Volkswagen Foundation grant. The impact of COVID-19 on public support for the European Union (COVIDEU)“ led by Prof. Heike Klüver (Humboldt University Berlin) and co-led by Prof. Sara Hobolt (London School of Economics), Prof. Michał Krawczyk (University of Warsaw), Prof. Theresa Kuhn (University of Amsterdam) and Dr. Toni Rodon (Pompeu Fabra University).
Eligibility
- A PhD in social sciences, computer science, or related fields (or be near completion)
- have a track record of publications in peer-reviewed international journals
- be experienced in conducting quantitative research
- have a very good command of techniques of data science/AI/machine learning, including natural language processing (NLP)
- be experienced with python or other software or programming language suitable for web scraping and NLP
- show good communication skills
Requirements
- Knowledge of the literature on fake news and their importance in political discourse
- Experience in running behavioural experiments
- Good command of Polish
Application Details
- Academic CV including employment history, scientific accomplishments, information about awards, scholarships, research projects and a complete list of publications
- Motivation letter describing research experience and research interests of the candidate and exploring candidate’s interest in the position. The motivation letter should also explain how the candidate meets the requirements of the call (up to 3 pages)
- Copies of two selected publications
- A recommendation letter
- Signed “Information on personal data processing” and “Statement”
The application should be sent to prepared in English and submitted by email to prof. Michał Krawczyk, mk*******@wn*.pl .
Online interviews are planned by the 23rd September. 2022. Candidates will be notified about the results by phone or email.
