Doctoral Research Fellow

vor 2 Wochen


Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland Wissenschaftszentrum Berlin für Sozialforschung gGmbH Vollzeit
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified doctoral researcher to join our team at the Wissenschaftszentrum Berlin für Sozialforschung gGmbH (WZB) in Berlin, Germany. The successful candidate will be part of the Politics of Digitalisation (POLDI) research group and contribute to the EU-funded project FORSEE (Forging Successful AI Applications for European Economy and Society).

About the Project

FORSEE is a cooperation project coordinated by the University College Dublin, aiming to provide sociologically grounded insights into stakeholders' expectations and criteria of success regarding AI systems. The project will examine how these align with existing governance mechanisms, such as the regulatory framework of the AI Act, as well as with other important strategic priorities and values of the EU, in particular digital autonomy, sustainability, and fundamental rights.

About the Position

The doctoral researcher will support several work packages led by project partners and substantially contribute to WP6, which is coordinated by the WZB and focuses on the alignment of AI success criteria with the EU digital sovereignty strategy. The position is ideal for doctoral researchers who wish to conduct their doctoral research in close alignment with the project and seek to enhance their international research exposure, further develop research design and analysis skills, and engage in collaborative academic work.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct qualitative research (primarily policy analysis and discourse analysis);
  • Prepare and conduct expert interviews;
  • Interpret and present research findings;
  • Participate in project meetings;
  • Prepare and co-author scientific publications;
  • Participate in and present results at scientific events;
  • Support the WZB project lead in planning and coordinating the project work and reports;
  • Participate in the regular team meetings and colloquium of the WZB research group.
Requirements
  • Completed Master's degree with excellent grades in a social science discipline (in particular political sciences, communication studies, STS, or a related field);
  • Very good organizational skills, capability to work independently and as a team member;
  • Previous experience with discourse and policy analysis;
  • Existing expertise / proven interest in the thematic area of the project;
  • Excellent oral and written command of the English language;
  • Oral and written command of the German language is an asset.
What We Offer
  • Remuneration in accordance with EG 13 TVöD Bund;
  • Additional benefits for public service employees (VBL U);
  • Advice and support regarding visa and residence permit;
  • A well-equipped workplace in the center of Berlin;
  • International, cooperative, and diversified working environment;
  • In-depth integration into the scientific community in the form of colloquiums and conferences;
  • Thorough instruction and guidance;
  • Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working (at least 20% of the weekly working hours agreed in the contract);
  • We promote a good work-life balance;
  • Comprehensive program for continuous professional development and further qualification, in the own discipline and beyond;
  • Cafeteria with modern recreation rooms;
  • Reduced monthly ticket for local public transport (Jobticket or Deutschlandticket Job).

We value diversity and welcome all applications – irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation. WZB expressly encourages women or persons with migration backgrounds to apply.


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