Full-time PhD position(s) on conspiracy theories in political communication at the Digital Democracy Centre (5+3 or 4+4 scheme)

Full-time PhD position(s) on conspiracy theories in political communication at the Digital Democracy Centre (5+3 or 4+4 scheme)

The Digital Democracy Centre (DDC) at the University of Southern Denmark, Odense, invites applications for one or more full-time PhD positions studying conspiracy theories in political communication as part of the German Research Foundation-funded research unit Beyond Crazy: Integrating Benefits into the Analysis of Conspiracy Beliefs.

The project examines how conspiracy theories are shared in political communication, how the media and the public respond to such content, and how politicians perceive conspiracy theories. The project combines qualitative and quantitative social science methods, including content analysis, interviews, and social scientific experiments.

We are looking for motivated candidates from communication, psychology, journalism, political science, sociology, or related disciplines who are interested in conducting high-quality research with societal relevance.

The position can be applied for under either the 5+3 or 4+4 PhD scheme. Employment is expected to start in April 2027 or soon thereafter, and the place of employment is Odense.

For full details about the position, eligibility requirements, PhD schemes and application process, please read the full job advertisement and apply via SDU's website.

Application deadline: 11^th of December 2026, 11:59 PM/23:59 (CET/CEST)