Violent Extremism and Terrorism Online in 2018: The Year in Review

About the role

The DCU Institute of Future Media, Democracy and Society is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to a dynamic and impactful research project. The successful candidate will work within a vibrant research environment, contributing to cutting-edge research on media, democracy, and society. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career researcher to develop their skills and profile within a leading research institute.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research within the remit of the Institute's projects, with a focus on media, democracy, and technology.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and analysis of research studies.
• Prepare research findings for publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Institute and with external partners on research activities.
• Assist in the development of research proposals and funding applications.
• Contribute to the dissemination of research outputs to academic, policy, and public audiences.
• Participate in the intellectual life of the Institute, including seminars, workshops, and other events.
• Mentor and support graduate students as appropriate.

Requirements

• A PhD (or be near completion) in a relevant discipline such as Media Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Communication Studies, or a related field.
• A strong research record appropriate to career stage, including publications in peer-reviewed outlets.
• Demonstrated expertise in research methods relevant to the study of media, democracy, and society (e.g., quantitative and/or qualitative methods, content analysis, survey research, computational methods).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Qualifications

• A primary degree (2.1 or higher) in a relevant discipline.
• A completed PhD in a relevant field.

Skills

• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for data analysis and research (e.g., SPSS, R, NVivo, or similar).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Pay

• Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, in line with IUA Postdoctoral Researcher salary scales.

Schedule

• This is a full-time, fixed-term position.