Journalism Research Position R3 – R4

About UIC Barcelona

UIC Barcelona is home to over 7,000 students and offers 15 bachelor’s degree programs, 26 international double degrees and a wide range of master's and postgraduate degrees, in addition to continuing education courses in different fields of knowledge. Since 1997, we have been teaching people through academic rigor, university life and enriching life experiences. The UIC Barcelona team is made up of professionals who are qualified not only in the field of teaching, but also in research, management, administration, communication, services and systems. Behind the professionalism of each individual, at UIC Barcelona, you will also become part of a young and dynamic work atmosphere.

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What we are looking for

- A research professor with a PhD and a consolidated research track record in Journalism.

- The candidate will join a research team focused on the intersection of media production and consumption, and political communication and public opinion.

- The candidate will also teach certain modules in the field of Journalism.

We offer

- A full-time contract in an emerging, proactive, and international scientific environment in the field of Journalism.

- A tenure track position of 4 years, with a mid-term evaluation (depending on the applicant’s profile, the position may automatically become permanent).

- A competitive salary based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

- Start date: to be negotiated with the candidate. The desired start date would be as close as possible to 01 September 2020.

How to apply

- All applications must be submitted in a single PDF document. The title of the document should be your last name. The document must include:

• A cover letter including a statement of interest.
• A full CV including contact details.

Selection process

In May 2018, the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya received recognition from EURAXESS via an HR Excellence in Research Award that ensures that the selection of candidates is carried out only based on criteria for excellence. The UIC Barcelona selection process includes:

• An independent committee of experts who evaluate applications and decide who will move on to the next stage. All the committee members are from outside UIC-Barcelona.
• A public oral defence by finalists: presentation of their trajectory (both academic and teaching) and their research project/s. Following this presentation, the examining panel will ask a number of questions to conclude the defence. The defence will take 60 minutes in total.

Application deadline

The deadline for applications is 15 May 2020.