University of Amsterdam International Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Computational Methods, Netherlands for Fellowship 2024

Application is now open for the University of Amsterdam International Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Computational Methods. Interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications in before the deadline date.

About the University of Amsterdam and Fellowship

The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632 by municipal authorities, stands as a historic and prestigious public research university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Remarkably, it is the fourth-oldest academic institution in the country that is still in operation today.

As one of the two major publicly funded research universities in Amsterdam, alongside the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), the UvA has earned a distinguished place among the largest research universities in Europe. With an impressive enrollment of 31,186 students, a dedicated staff of 4,794, including 1,340 PhD students, and an annual budget of €600 million, the UvA has secured its position as the largest university in the Netherlands by student enrollment.

The UvA’s main campus is strategically situated in central Amsterdam, complemented by select faculties located in adjacent boroughs. Organized into seven faculties—Humanities, Social and Behavioural Sciences, Economics and Business, Science, Law, Medicine, and Dentistry—the university offers a diverse and comprehensive range of academic disciplines.

In an exciting development, the University of Amsterdam’s Faculty of Humanities proudly introduces a scholarship opportunity for International Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Computational Methods. This scholarship initiative is a valuable component of the CAT4SMR (Capture and Analysis Tools for Social Media Research) project, spearheaded by Dr. Bernhard Rieder, housed within the Amsterdam School for Cultural Analysis (ASCA).

This scholarship not only underscores the commitment of the Faculty of Humanities to advance cutting-edge research but also aims to attract talented domestic and international students to pursue postdoctoral studies within the vibrant academic environment at the UvA. The overarching goal is to foster excellence in research and contribute to the ongoing intellectual and scholarly endeavors within the field of Computational Methods.

Details about University of Amsterdam International Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Computational Methods:

Scholarship Sponsor: University of Amsterdam, Netherlands

Scholarship Value: €4,332 to €5,929 gross per month

Number of awards: N/A

Study level: Fellowship

Host Institution(s): University of Amsterdam, Netherlands

Benefits

The chosen postdoc researcher will work at the Amsterdam School for Cultural Analysis (ASCA) and be employed by the University of Amsterdam’s Faculty of Humanities’ Media Studies department. Commencing on March 1, 2024, the job contract has a ten-month duration. The monthly gross salary, which does not include holiday and year-end allowances, falls between €4,332 and €5,929 on average. The role provides fantastic opportunities for further professional growth, interdisciplinary teamwork, and exposure to an exciting academic and global work environment.

Eligibility Criteria for University of Amsterdam International Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Computational Methods

Applicants are advised to meet the following requirements to be eligible for University of Amsterdam International Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Computational Methods:

• All eligible candidates may apply; all countries are eligible.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: Information retrieval, media studies, or a related field shall be the recipient of the fellowship.
• Requirements for Admission: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in media studies, information retrieval, or a related field to be considered. They ought to exhibit outstanding research abilities, a collaborative demeanor, and mastery of Python programming, data science libraries, and front-end development methodologies. Additionally, candidates should be conversant with a variety of social media platforms and have expertise working on digital methodologies or empirical data science projects.

Application Procedure for University of Amsterdam International Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Computational Methods

Interested candidates should fill out the application form by clicking “apply” below the webpage and submit the following documents in a single PDF file:

• A motivation letter that demonstrates a passion for the area and reflects on new developments in digital research methodologies in the humanities and social sciences.
• An academic resume with publications included.
• The names and contact information of two potential references that the selection committee might get in touch with
• A URL to the applicant’s GitHub profile or other comparable website

During business hours, please contact the school if you have any queries concerning the position or the department: Professor Bernard Rieder, associate: b.rieder@uva.nl.

The Application Deadline is: 26 January 2024

Not interested in this particular scholarship? See other Netherlands scholarships here.