Brita Ytre-Arne

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University of Bergen

Norway

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Brita Ytre-Arne is a Professor at the University of Bergen, Norway. Her research areas encompass media consumption, news experiences during crises, and the implications of digital disconnection. She has explored topics such as older adults' engagement with online services, climate change communication, and the role of metrics in pandemic news. Her recent publications also investigate the significance of everyday news use and how individuals navigate digital media in their knowledge work.

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University of Bergen

5 months ago

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship in Media and Audience Studies at University of Bergen

The University of Bergen's Media Use Group invites expressions of interest for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) postdoctoral fellowship in media and audience studies. This prestigious, fully funded two-year fellowship is open to early career scholars of any nationality who have a PhD and have not resided in Norway for more than 12 of the preceding 36 months. The group, led by Professors Hallvard Moe and Brita Ytre-Arne, focuses on how people connect as audiences, users, and citizens through media, exploring digital connections, the public sphere, and media in everyday life. The research environment is vibrant and international, with experienced supervisors and a strong track record of successful MSCA fellows. Funding covers salary, research costs, and mobility allowance. To apply, send a short description of your research ideas and your CV to research adviser Lene Angelskår by May 1st, 2026. For more information, visit the Media Use Group's website or contact Lene Angelskår via email or LinkedIn.

5 months ago