Convocatoria: PhD Position in the Research Group of Professor Karsten Donnay – University of Zurich (Plazo: 31 de mayo de 2025)

PhD Position in the Research Group of Professor Karsten Donnay – University of Zurich

Organismo: University of Zurich

Requisitos: 

• A strong personal motivation to use digital tools to address real-world social challenges. This is not a tech-for-tech’s-sake project but one with a clear focus on improving people’s lives. 
• A completed (or soon-to-be completed) master’s degree in political science, another social science, or social work. Candidates with a background in social work are welcome but should demonstrate a solid foundation in data science (e.g., through prior training, work experience, or additional qualifications). 
• A strong interest in applied social research in the areas of social policy, inequality, digitalization and public administration. – Proven quantitative research and data science skills, including: o Programming (Python), o Data analysis (in R or Python), o Designing and conducting (field) experiments. 
• Familiarity with or interest in AI tools, natural language processing, or plain language communication is a strong asset. 
• A good understanding of public administrations, welfare states, and the issue of non-take-up of social benefits. 
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within interdisciplinary and crossinstitutional teams. 
• Strong command of both German and English. 
• A mindset marked by creativity, open-mindedness, and curiosity.

Solicitudes:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please upload your application, including your letter of interest, a current CV, a writing sample (e.g. MA thesis), copy of university transcripts, and the contact details of two people willing to serve as a reference using the following link: www.ipz.uzh.ch/de/ueber-uns/offene-stellen/2025-PhD-Donnay.html

Plazo de presentación: Hasta 31/05/2025 (Susceptible a error de cálculo, comprobar siempre)

Bases

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