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Full-time PhD positions on conspiracy theories in political communication at the Digital Democracy Centre University of Southern Denmark in Denmark
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Sociology
Funding
5+3 scheme: full PhD salary for three years including pension contributions. 4+4 scheme: increased student grant (PhD SU stipend) for the first two years, then regular PhD salary including pension contributions for the final two years; ordinary SU may be available depending on circumstances.
Deadline
Dec 11, 2026
Country
Denmark
University
University of Southern Denmark
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About this position
The Digital Democracy Centre at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense is offering one or more full-time PhD positions on conspiracy theories in political communication within the German Research Foundation-funded research unit “Beyond Crazy: Integrating Benefits into the Analysis of Conspiracy Beliefs”.
The project focuses on how conspiracy theories circulate among political communicators, how media and the public react to such content, and how politicians perceive conspiracy theories. The PhD project is embedded in an interdisciplinary research environment at the DDC and the wider research unit, with opportunities for academic exchange across participating locations, joint conferences, summer schools, and workshops.
The research combines qualitative and quantitative social science approaches, including content analysis, interviews, and social scientific experiments. The successful candidate will contribute across the full research process, from developing and executing the study to analysis, publishing, and wider public dissemination.
The DDC is an interdisciplinary centre of excellence at the Faculty of Social Sciences, bringing together expertise from computer science, law, media studies, political science, business, and organizations. The project is designed to support original research with societal relevance and high international quality, while also engaging with news media, the public, and policymakers.
Applicants may apply to multiple subprojects in the research unit, and the position is associated with an academic environment that emphasizes collaboration, impact, and active participation in teaching and research life in Odense.
Funding details
5+3 scheme: full PhD salary for three years including pension contributions. 4+4 scheme: increased student grant (PhD SU stipend) for the first two years, then regular PhD salary including pension contributions for the final two years; ordinary SU may be available depending on circumstances.
What's required
Applicants must have a relevant background in communication, psychology, journalism, political science, sociology, or adjacent disciplines. For the 5+3 scheme, applicants must have completed or expect to complete a relevant master's degree or equivalent documentation corresponding to 120 ECTS before the PhD start. For the 4+4 scheme, applicants must be enrolled in a relevant 120 ECTS master's program and have completed or expect to complete at least 60 ECTS before the PhD start. The position requires strong skills in qualitative and quantitative social science methods, willingness to work independently and in teams, ability to communicate effectively in English in academic and public contexts, and readiness to contribute to teaching, conferences, dissemination, and research environment activities. Danish is not required; German is an advantage but not required.
How to apply
Apply electronically via the Apply now link. Submit a motivational letter, a project description aligned with the predefined research, a detailed CV, academic diplomas/transcripts, the PhD application form, and at least two references. State clearly whether you apply under the 5+3 or 4+4 scheme and ensure all files are PDF.
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Professors
Associate Professor at University of Southern Denmark
Denmark
Research Interests
Social Psychology
Media Studies
Extremism Studies
Misinformation
Media Psychology
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