Post-Doctoral Research Fellow - Journalism and Democracy

City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us.

Background

This is an exciting opportunity for a researcher to play a central role in an international research project on journalism and democracy. The project is funded by an ESRC / Trans-Atlantic Partnership Grant, and it has research teams based in Canada, Brazil, the UK and South Africa. The project explores how independent journalism is defined and understood by citizens, journalists, policy makers and academics; how independent journalism is practiced; and the forms of solidarity and support that may protect its independence.

Responsibilities

The Research Fellow will be a core member of "Team UK" researching how independent journalism is understood and practiced in the UK. The Fellow will lead on literature reviews, running interviews and focus groups, analysing data, and developing academic outputs, in collaboration with the other members of the research team. They will also prepare findings for disseminations, and attend international conferences. The role offers significant opportunities for mentorship and career development.

Person Specification

The Research Fellow will have a PhD in a related subject - and a strong interest in how journalism is practiced around the world. They will have methodological skills and experience needed to play a leading role on data collection and analysis for the project - and they will be comfortable working both independently and in a team.

Additional Information

Closing date: 25/05/2025 at 11:59pm.

Interviews will take place shortly after - and will be conducted online, with the option to visit City St George's informally.

To apply and for more information about the post please use the links below.

City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.

City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

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