Professor of Media Studies
Job
We seek a candidate with broad knowledge of the field and expertise across theoretical traditions, methodological approaches, and diverse media practices, whose profile both complements existing work and reflects the ability to further develop media research at the department and engage in interdisciplinary activities at DIAS. We are particularly interested in candidates who combine scholarly excellence and originality with a proven interest in leading and contributing to collaborative work, public dissemination, and societal engagement. As a DIAS Professor, you are also expected to actively engage with activities at Danish Institute of Advanced Study as a DIAS chair. More specifically, your DIAS affiliation requires active participation in DIAS lectures and related activities. The candidate will be expected to contribute actively to DIAS, including but not limited to participation in DIAS activities, mentoring of DIAS fellows, and promotion of DIAS nationally, internationally and within SDU, as well as through strengthening the bonds between the department/faculty on one hand and DIAS on the other, through interdisciplinary collaborations when meaningful. As a fully tenured professor, you are also employed to contribute significantly to the academic development in the department and of your field. Your main work tasks include research, teaching, and related organizational work. This also includes supporting the career development of younger scholars and the realization of the department’s strategic goals. Candidates must therefore: Have an excellent academic profile and publication track record including substantial international publications. Present an ambitious and innovative research and publication plan including plans for acquiring external funding and team building. Demonstrate interest for engaging in cross- and inter-disciplinary research and dialogue in order to engage further in the framework of DIAS. Be able to teach and supervise core topics in media studies Furthermore, we emphasize the importance of collegial engagement for creating and upholding a stimulating, creative and curiosity-driven research environment.
Initiator(s):
Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS)
Deadline: 27.02.2025
Start date: 01.10.2025
Location: Odense, Denmark
Post created by: Lymor Wolf Goldstein