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> USC's Annenberg School for Communication is seeking a Postdoctoral
> Research Associate to join its Media, Activism, Participatory
> Politics (MAPP) Case Studies Project.
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> The Postdoctoral Research Associate will assume significant
> responsibility in conducting case study based research for the
> Project. This research will investigate the continuities between
> participatory culture and civic engagement. As such, qualified
> candidates should be aware of current research trends in fan
> studies, civics, globalization and/or media studies and should be
> ready to apply that knowledge to the case study research.
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> The Postdoctoral Research Associate will have earned an advanced
> degree and/or conducted previous qualitative research in one or
> more of the above listed areas. Successful candidates must be able
> to work independently and apply knowledge of domestic and
> international participatory cultures and civic action to the
> development of innovative models of civic learning and identity.
> Fluency in one foreign language, especially Spanish, is strongly
> preferred. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will report to the
> Project's Research Director.
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> The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is
> located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private
> employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you
> will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of
> the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students
> and staff that make the university what it is.
>
> Job Accountabilities:
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> Serves as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and
> developing research competencies. Participates in planning,
> designing and conducting highly technical and complex research
> projects under the direction of a supervisor. May or may not work
> independently.Identifies, researches, compiles and evaluates data
> sources, background information and/or technology related to area
> of specialization.
> Analyzes and evaluates research data utilizing computers and
> provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a
> specialized area of research. Searches literature, utilizing all
> available resources including electronic, regarding new methodology
> and designs experiments accordingly.
> Contributes to the development of research documentation for
> publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.
> Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The
> University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
> The University of Southern California values diversity and is
> committed to equal opportunity in employment.
>
> more information about posted position and application details:
> http://jobs.usc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57452
>
Laurence Clennett-Sirois
Candidate au doctorat/DPhil Candidate - Gender Studies
School of Law,Politics and Sociology - Office: Friston 247
University of Sussex
Brighton, England
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