Postdoctoral Position in Role of Social Norms and Norms Transgression

The University of Amsterdam is offering a postdoctoral position in the role of social norms and norms transgression in the acceptance of negative campaigning for the academic session 2026/2027. The position targets candidates with a PhD (or near completion) in communication science, political science, computational social science, or related disciplines, with interests in political communication and quantitative research methods. The appointment includes a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for professional development and integration into an international research environment.

Competitive monthly salary, 8% holiday allowance, pension scheme, relocation support, professional development opportunities, and conference participation.

Applicants must hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in a relevant field and demonstrate strong research interests in political communication or social norms, with experience in quantitative methods.

Submit a single PDF via the University of Amsterdam application portal by 18 January 2026, including CV, motivation letter, writing sample, and referees' details if applicable.