Researcher / PhD Position in Knowledge-Related Social Media Use

University:

Leibniz-Institut für Wissensmedien (IWM)

Country:

Germany

Deadline:

2025-06-30

Fields:

Psychology, Communication Science, Cognitive Science, Media Studies, Social Psychology
The Leibniz-Institut für Wissensmedien (IWM), a member of the Leibniz Association, is seeking applications for a Researcher / PhD Position (m/f/d) in the Everyday Media Lab. The position is part-time (75%), fixed-term for three years, and will commence in October 2025 or later. The successful candidate will contribute to research on knowledge-related social media use, with potential topics including ambient awareness, the “news-finds-me” perception, misinformation from skimming social media content, and learning from platforms such as TikTok or YouTube. The research approach integrates perspectives from media psychology, social psychology, and communication science.

Responsibilities

– Design, conduct, and analyze empirical studies (surveys, experiments, experience sampling, etc.)
– Present research findings at national and international conferences– Publish results in peer-reviewed international journals– Support the administrative management of the Everyday Media Lab– Develop and write a doctoral thesis on a self-generated research question within the lab’s research areas

Requirements

– Experience in the design, planning, execution, and analysis of empirical studies
– Strong interest in knowledge-related effects of social media use– Self-motivated and proactive working style– Open and curious mindset; willingness to work in interdisciplinary teams and contribute to a culture of shared learning– Above-average degree (master, diploma, or equivalent) in psychology, communication science, cognitive science, or related disciplines– Very good command of English; knowledge of German is an assetThe institute offers a stimulating and interdisciplinary research environment in central Tuebingen, Germany, with remuneration and social benefits based on the collective agreement for public service in the federal states of Germany (TV-L). Additional benefits include a company pension scheme, six weeks annual leave, family-friendly working hours, hybrid work options, a job ticket subsidy, and occupational health management.For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Sonja Utz at +49 7071 979-308 or via email: s.utz@iwm-tuebingen.de.Applications should be submitted as a single PDF file, including a covering letter, curriculum vitae, certificates, and supporting documents, quoting reference number 1009-2025, to career@iwm-tuebingen.de. Preference will be given to applications received by June 30, 2025.

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