PhD Opportunities in Digital Trust, Misinformation, and Trustworthy Digital Communication at the University of Amsterdam University of Amsterdam in Netherlands

PhD opportunities are available in Digital Trust at the Amsterdam School of Communication Research (ASCoR), University of Amsterdam. The project focuses on designing and testing solutions to counter misinformation and build trustworthy digital communication, with strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research and real-world impact.

These are three NWO-funded PhD positions that involve collaboration with both academic and industry partners. The openings are especially relevant for candidates interested in communication studies, misinformation, digital trust, and broader questions around public trust, online behavior, and trustworthy digital communication.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should be strong researchers who enjoy combining theory with practical impact, can work well in interdisciplinary teams, and are comfortable working in Dutch or are motivated to improve their Dutch during the PhD. The post notes that exact language requirements differ somewhat by position, and encourages applicants who are unsure about their Dutch level to still apply.

Funding: the positions are NWO-funded PhD appointments. No stipend amount, tuition coverage, or other financial details are stated in the post.

Application window: the deadline is 15 May 2026. Three separate vacancy links are provided for the open positions. If you are interested in more than one, apply to the one you prioritize most and mention the others in your application.

Contact: questions can be sent to [email protected].