Anton Törnberg

The University of Gothenburg is offering a fully funded PhD position in sociology, focusing on sustainability and artificial intelligence (AI). The position is based in the Department of Sociology and Work Science and is part of the national WASP-HS Graduate School, which supports interdisciplinary research on the societal impacts of AI. The doctoral project will investigate how sociotechnical imaginaries of AI and environmental sustainability are shaped, disseminated, and contested, analyzing the roles of tech companies, policymakers, and media in producing and legitimizing sustainability claims. The research will use qualitative and quantitative methods, including discourse analysis and NLP, and will be embedded in the project “In the Eye of the Storm: Climate Adaptation in Times of Increasing Polarization and Disinformation.” Supervisors include Professor Martin Hultman and Associate Professor Anton Törnberg. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in sociology or equivalent, demonstrate proficiency in English (CEFR B2), and submit a comprehensive application including a CV, transcripts, publications, references, and a project proposal. The position requires physical presence in Gothenburg and offers a salary according to local agreements. The application deadline is December 28, 2024, and the start date is January 2026. For further information, contact the supervisors or HR officer listed in the announcement.