Two Postdoc Positions in Communication, Media Psychology, and Methods

**IKMZ - Department of Communication and Media Research** **Two Postdoc Positions in Communication, Media Psychology, and Methods 80 %**: Start of employment April 1, 2025 or by agreement, temporary The division "Media Psychology and Methods" at the IKMZ (Institute of Communication and Media Research) is looking for two new postdoc researchers ("Oberassistenten"). Initial contracts will run for three years; one position can be extended to a maximum of nine years. The position offers you a great background for high quality research. We provide much freedom to develop your own research interest within the topics of the division. You can work in an inspiring and collegiate atmosphere. The IKMZ has an excellent track record in career development: With more than 80 employees, it is one of the largest centers for communication research with a strong international standing. **Your responsibilities**: - Conduct research in the field of communication, media psychology, and media effects research, using methods such as online questionnaires, longitudinal designs, experimental designs, causal modeling, content analysis, or experience sampling. - Take part in supporting and training predocs at the division. - Engage in third party funding activities. - Present findings at conferences and publish in international academic journals. - Teach courses in the area of Methods, Statistitics, and Media Effects at BA, MA, and Ph.D. levels. - Partake in public outreach and third mission activities. - Participate in organisational or administrative tasks as required. **Your profile**: - Education: Ph.D. in Communication Science, Psychology, Data Science, or a closely related field. Applications before completion of degree are possible. - Research Skills: Expertise in quantitative research methods and media effects research. - Technical Skills: Proficiency in or openness to learn R and advanced statistics. - Language Skills: Proficiency in English is mandatory; basic knowledge of German and additional language skills are desirable. - Letter of motivation, including ideas for future research projects (max. 2 pages). - Your CV (including a list of scientific publications and conference presentations). - Full-texts of up to three sample publications & PhD dissertation. - Copies of degrees and relevant transcripts. **What we offer**: **Work-Life Balance** - Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing) - Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH **Learning and Development** - Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich - Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich **Food** - Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias - Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution **Healthcare** - Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ - Free seasonal flu vaccinations - Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower **Discounts** - Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space - Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions - Special conditions on hotel reservations **Conditions of Employment** - Policies of the UZH - Most UZH staff are employed according to public law **International Services** - Support for people from outside Switzerland **Campuses** - Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren - Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg **Location**: **IKMZ - Department of Communication and Media Research***:Andreasstrasse 15, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland **Further information**: **Questions about the job**: **Pinar Tidin-Alpan** - Administration Assistant / HR Officer - +41 44 635 21 16 **Working at UZH**: