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[ecrea] Four vacancies for pre-doc media researchers at Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Fri Nov 10 14:22:37 GMT 2017
Imec-smit, a research group of the communication studies department
at Vrije Universiteit Brussel is looking for several new researchers to
join our team.
Specifically, we are recruiting:
• 2 Ph.D. researchers in the field of media economics
Link:
http://smit.vub.ac.be/blogpost/357/VACANCIES_-_2_PhD_Researchers_%E2%80%93_MEDIA_POLICY_ANDECONOMICS
• At least 1 researcher doing applied media user research Link:
http://smit.vub.ac.be/blogpost/358/Gebruikersonderzoeker_gepersonaliseerde_mediadiensten
• At least 1 researcher doing applied media business research
Link:
http://smit.vub.ac.be/blogpost/354/Vacancy_-_Business_Model_Researcher
For more information on the specific vacancies and the application
procedure, please visit the mentioned links to the positions on our website.
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SMIT (Studies on Media, Innovation and Technology) is a research centre
of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. It is located on the VUB Campus
(Brussels) and is part of the Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences,
the department of Communication Sciences and is embedded as a core group
in imec, Flanders leading strategic research institute on
nano-technology and ICT innovation.
For more than 25 years, imec-SMIT specialises in socio-economic and
policy research on ICT innovation in Media, Cities, and Healthcare. Our
team consists of around 70 senior and junior researchers with a wide
variety in backgrounds and nationalities.
VACANCIES - 2 PHD RESEARCHERS – MEDIA POLICY AND ECONOMICS
Research domain
Within SMIT, both PhD positions are part of a large-scale research
project within the field of media economics called “The exchange value
and public value of content and communication services in future media
ecosystems”. The Media Unit aims at developing and carrying out research
aimed at understanding current and future policy and regulatory inputs,
processes and outputs, as well as market structures and business models
that shape the introduction of innovation in media and technology.
A first PhD project relates to the changing roles of government in
sustaining public and commercial value in small media markets. The
analysis will focus on how policies to support creative industries in
Europe have shifted from a public interest to economic motivations. It
will, secondly, develop methods and toolkits to assess and evaluate the
effectiveness of current policy support measures in small markets (such
as tax shelter systems, video game funds, support for online
journalism), and assess whether current ways of mechanisms are still
future-proof in the age of over-the-top media players, changing
audiences and shifting business models. The research requires a
combination of quantitative data analysis and qualitative methods
(interviews, roundtables, stakeholder consultations)
A second PhD project relates to the evolution towards a multi-layered
platform economy and what it means for the European media and
communications sector.
The PhD research will investigate the relationship between platforms
(Facebook, Google, etc.), how it affects the sustainability of domestic
media and communications, and what repercussions it has for media
policies. It will use a combination of quantitative (i.e. measuring
before and after the entrance of platforms on specific markets, services
and value) and qualitative methods (scenario building workshops with an
eye on Digital Single market policies).
The two PhD bursaries will work full time on their PhD projects. The
research will be guided by two supervisors per research track, and the
researchers will meet on regular basis within larger project teams to
discuss their progress. The 4-year research track will lead to the
defense of a PhD thesis at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel.
Tasks include
• Literature review
• Development tools and methods showing significant advancement in
media economic and media policy research
• Interviews, roundtables, consultations and meetings with media
professionals, regulators, and policymakers
• Analysis of quantitative data to assess trends, impact, etc.
• Organisation of research seminars and workshops as part of the PhD
research
• Working on publications (peer-reviewed journal articles, book
chapters) and presenting research findings internally and to the broader
academic community
• Daily project management and reporting to promotor/ project coordinator
Profile
• Master in communication sciences, political science, sociology,
economy or similar with outstanding academic results.
• Good broad knowledge of ICT, media systems and media economics
• Knowledge of and affinity with the media sector in Europe, media
platforms, new media as well as legacy players (broadcasters, producers,
distributors)
• Good knowledge of economic and/or social science research
methodologies (both qualitative and quantitative) or prepared to acquire
this knowledge in a short timeframe.
• Insight in economic impact assessment is a plus
• Able to work independently, good self-management and planning skills.
• Flexible attitude when working in a dynamic environment with a
variety of professional interlocutors
• Analytical thinking and excellent academic writing skills.
• You have the ambition to obtain a PhD title and the perseverance and
goal-orientedness to complete this within 4 years.
• Good knowledge of academic English is an absolute requirement.
We offer
• The opportunity to work four years full time on a PhD track
• A dynamic and stimulating work environment with enterprising young
scientists and experienced senior research staff in an international setting
• High-quality innovative research on future-oriented services
• Support and guidance by experienced supervisors/ senior researchers
• An annually renewed bursary contract for four years.
Please submit your email application including full CV and motivation
letter to Wim Cloots on (jobs /at/ smitresearch.be) before 8th December 2017.
VACANCY BUSINESS MODEL RESEARCHER
SMIT (Studies on Media, Innovation and Technology) is a research center
of the Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences at the Vrije Universiteit
Brussel. SMIT is also a core research group of imec, Europe’s leading
research institute on nano-technology and digital innovation.
For more than 25 years, imec-SMIT specializes in economic, living lab and
policy research on ICT innovation in Media, Smart Cities, and
Healthcare. Our
team consists of around 65 senior and junior researchers with a wide variety
in backgrounds and nationalities.
Research domain
The imec-SMIT business modeling cluster is involved in researching and
developing business model methodologies and concepts for innovative
technologies, services and infrastructures in ICT. Applying these, we
analyze market structures, value networks and go-to-market strategies,
having specific attention for the potentially disruptive dynamics caused
by digital technologies. Working within national and international
projects or for individual clients, our goal is to understand how a
product or service can be brought to the market in a viable and
sustainable way, and how it changes the relationships between the
stakeholders involved. Where possible, we combine qualitative, strategic
analysis with quantitative forecasting.
Research task will include
• Researching, developing and disseminating business model methodologies;
• Market (desk) research and literature studies, outlining and
validating business model configurations;
• Working on national and international research projects related to
emerging digital technologies in Healthcare, Telecoms, Media, Mobility
and Smart Cities;
• Studying and applying business model concepts in the context of SME
innovation projects;
• Coach digital startups on their business model and go-to-market strategy;
• Publish research results in academic journals and conferences;
• Working on a PhD-trajectory is not required but definitely a possibility.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree in (Applied) Economics, Management, Business
Engineering or similar with excellent academic results;
• First experience with Business Modeling theory and practice;
• Proficiency in qualitative & quantitative research methods or
prepared to acquire these skills fast;
• Strong interest in and affinity with digital emerging technologies;
• Interest and expertise in (digital) healthcare, telecommunications,
mobility and/or media is a plus;
• Feeling comfortable in working with start-ups, SMEs, innovators and CxOs
• Good time management and planning skills
• Flexible attitude in working on a multitude of projects in a varying
environment
• Academic writing skills and fluency in English. Dutch is a strong plus.
We offer
• A dynamic and stimulating work environment with enterprising young
scientists and experienced senior researchers in an international setting.
• Flexible working conditions with opportunity for personal initiative.
• High-quality innovation research on future oriented services
• Attractive remuneration package
• A full time, renewable contract for 1 year and long term career
perspectives.
Please send your CV and motivation letter as soon as possible to Wim
Cloots on (jobs /at/ smitresearch.be)
VACANCY USER RESEARCH (VACANCY for DUTCH-speaking researcher, check
smit.vub.ac.be)
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