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Funded PhD in Science Communication and Health Communication at the University of Zurich University of Zurich in Switzerland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Funded PhD position at 80% employment for 3.5 years, paid according to the cantonal salary scheme. The position is based in Zurich and includes support for doctoral training and career development.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Switzerland
University
University of Zurich

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Funded PhD opportunity at the University of Zurich in Science Communication and Health Communication, within the NCCR Children & Cancer project at the Chair for Science Communication, IKMZ – Department of Communication and Media Research.
The doctoral researcher will work on communication related to children and cancer, including analysis of media, news, and social media, as well as surveys, survey experiments, and quantitative/computational data analysis. The role also includes scientific publication and participation in international conferences.
Eligibility highlights: a master’s degree (or equivalent) in communication science, communication and media sciences, or a closely related field; strong methodological skills in quantitative and/or computational methods; clear interest in empirical social research; proficiency in English; and good command of German or French.
Position details: 80% employment, 3.5-year contract, based in Zurich, Switzerland, with a start date in September 2026. The position is paid according to the cantonal salary scheme.
How to apply: submit the application through the official “Apply Now” button on the vacancy page. Required documents include a motivation letter (max. 2 pages), CV, certificates and transcripts, and a master’s thesis or another sample of academic work. The deadline is 1 July 2026.
Contact: Prof. Mike S. Schäfer ([email protected]) for questions about the position; [email protected] for application-process questions.
Funding details
Funded PhD position at 80% employment for 3.5 years, paid according to the cantonal salary scheme. The position is based in Zurich and includes support for doctoral training and career development.
What's required
Applicants should have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in communication science, communication and media sciences, or a closely related specialty. Strong experience in quantitative analysis, computational methods, and empirical social research is required. Proficiency in English is required, and good command of German or French is also required. The post asks for a motivation letter (max two pages), CV, certificates and transcripts, and a master’s thesis or sample of academic work.
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