PostDoc in CSS/ CCS

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Institution Faculty of Social Sciences - Department of Media and Communication Remuneration group BesGr A13 Full-time / Part-time Full-time (100%) Start date Application deadline

About us:

Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich is one of Germany's largest and most renowned universities with a wide range of activities. Starting on the 1st of April 2026, at the Department of Media and Communication, we are looking for a PostDoc in CSS/CCS. As a PostDoc, you will be part of the research unit on communication science with a focus on computational communication science under Prof. Dr. Mario Haim. The research unit is primarily concerned with the research, teaching, and application of computational methods, as well as general phenomena in communication science that require the use of such methods.

We are looking for you:

PostDoc in CSS/ CCS (m/f/x)

in Munich

Your tasks and responsibilities:

As a PostDoc, you will work largely independently. You will bring enthusiasm for science and for current academic discourse on computational communication science (CCS) and computational social science (CSS). Together with the research unit, you will be committed to advancing active research and the field as a whole through active participation.

As part of your application, please submit a compelling cover letter including a (approximately one-page) concept of how your research interests could be aligned with the chair.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Teaching in the department's degree programs (e. g., CSS, KW) to the extent of 5 SWS
• Coordination of the fellowships

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• Supervision of theses
• Participation in the academic self-administration of the chair

Your qualifications:

You have completed your doctorate in communication science or a related field. You have general programming skills (ideally in Python and/ or R) and experience in computational methods (e. g., automated content analysis, data donations) and in handling relevant data (e. g., large text corpora, social-media data, tracking data). Ideally, you also have a high level of intrinsic motivation for methods, very good English skills, proficiency in open science practices, and an interest in international and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Benefits:

We offer an interesting and responsible position with good opportunities for further training and development. Your workplace is centrally located in Munich and is easily accessible by public transportation. Appointment as a Akademischer Rat/ Akademische Rätin auf Zeit (employment period in accordance with the WissZeitVG, usually 3+3 years) is possible if the civil service requirements are met. Applications from women are welcome.

Also possible in a part-time capacity.

People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment.

Contact:

Please send your application (cover letter including a concept for your affiliation with the chair, CV, degree certificates) by email to

by January 31, 2026, at the latest. The application documents should be compiled in a single PDF file. If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Mario Haim at

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