Postdoctoral Researcher in Digital Ethics: The Department of Media and Cultural Sciences at the Faculty of Humanities, Utrecht University, is seeking a highly motivated and qualified postdoctoral researcher in Digital Ethics in Public Administration. The successful candidate will join the Data School at Utrecht University, working on projects related to data ethics, ethical data tools, and the impact of digitalization on public administration.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Digital Ethics in Public Administration
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Digital Ethics in Public Administration
Location: Utrecht University, Faculty of Humanities, Department of Media and Cultural Sciences
HOURS PER WEEK: 28 to 32
RESPOND NO LATER THAN: February 18, 2024
Qualification:
- PhD in a relevant discipline (philosophy, media and cultural studies, public administration, artificial intelligence, or related background/experience).
- Interest in data practices, governance, and a commitment to improving the ethical aspects of data practices in public administration.
- Willingness to collaborate across disciplines and reach out to other fields.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
- Academic language proficiency in Dutch and English; proficiency in German is an advantage.
Job Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Conducting externally supervised sessions with the Impact Assessment Human Rights and Algorithms (IAMA).
- Contributing to the development of IAMA tools, including a pre-IAMA quick scan.
- Organizing course days, giving workshops and lectures.
- Working on academic publications related to tools developed by the Data School and ethical practices in public administration.
- Further development of tools such as The Ethical Data Assistant (DEDA) and IAMA.
What We Offer:
- A 12-month position with the prospect of a one-year extension based on performance.
- A working week of 28 to 32 hours with a competitive salary.
- 8% holiday pay and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
- Pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment conditions.
- Opportunities for professional development.
About Us: Utrecht University is committed to a better future for everyone, focusing on socially important themes such as Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences, and Pathways to Sustainability. The Faculty of Humanities, housing approximately 1,100 employees and 7,000 students, aims to contribute to a better understanding of the Netherlands and Europe in a rapidly changing social and cultural context.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their motivation letter and CV via the application button. The deadline for application is February 18, 2024.
Contact: For more information, please contact Iris Muis via immuis@uu.nl.
Disclaimer: This job post is based on information from a reliable source. For detailed and official information, candidates are advised to check the Utrecht University official website. We take care of the recruitment for this vacancy ourselves, and acquisition is not appreciated.
