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Postdoctoral position (2y) on formal models of group deliberation, Rotterdam (The Netherlands), Deadline: 30 Sep 2021
*Postdoctoral Research Position (1fte, 2 years) on Formal Models of Group
Deliberation, Erasmus School of Philosophy*
*Application deadline: September 30^th , 2021, 23h55 CET*
/We are looking for a post-doctoral researcher who has experience in analytic
philosophy and a background in formal modelling and/or agent-based simulations,
to study norms of collective deliberation and group decision-making. This is a
full-time, 2-year position at the world-known Erasmus Institute for Philosophy
and Economics. Read on to learn more about the project and this call!/
*The ENCODE project: Explicating Norms for Collective Deliberation (NWO VIDI
project)
*Deliberation is often seen as an antidote to the current crisis of democracy.
People should not just vote or aggregate their opinions: they should talk,
exchange arguments and preferences, and thus achieve consensus or at least
mutual understanding through dialogue. But what norms should group deliberation
satisfy, for it to count as democratic? What exactly can we expect from
collective deliberation?
The ENCODE project seeks to answer these questions in exact terms. In
particular, we want to study existing formal models of deliberation and develop
new ones, in order to get a better understanding of the complex interactions
that take place when people exchange their arguments and revise their position.
The emphasis will be on philosophical logic, but we will also consider
agent-based models of deliberation and decision-theoretic accounts.
This project is funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) and run by Dr.
Frederik Van de Putte within the Erasmus Institute for Philosophy and Economics
(EIPE), Erasmus School of Philosophy (ESPhil).
*The Postdoctoral researcher
*The postdoc?s primary responsibility will be to conduct research and publish
in peer reviewed journals and books. The researcher should also contribute to
the ENCODE Project in other ways, such as by giving scholarly presentations and
co-organizing reading groups and workshops. Furthermore, they will become part
of a large and diverse community of researchers, and are expected to contribute
to the Erasmus School of Philosophy?s (ESPhil) educational programme.
*Requirements
*We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher who satisfies the following
requirements:
* Completed PhD in philosophy or MA in philosophy and PhD in computer
science or mathematics, with demonstrable background in formal
ethics, logic, decision theory, and/or agent-based modelling.
* (demonstrable) interest in political theory and/or the theory of
group deliberation.
* A strong, promising track-record in terms of international
publications and/or public outreach, as witnessed by CV.
* Excellent speaking and writing skills in English, as demonstrated by
published work.
* An entrepreneurial and team player attitude is highly valued.
* Ability and willingness to contribute to development and acquisition
of externally funded projects.
* Conceptual capacity, presenting, planning and organizing and
monitoring (VSNU competencies for postdocs)
*Employment conditions
*The position can start as soon as November 15^th , 2021, and before April 1st,
2022. It lasts for a maximum of two years. The appointment concerns a temporary
postdoctoral research position for two years. This position comes with good
employment conditions, compliant with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch
Universities (CAO NU). The position begins with a temporary employment contract
for 12 months in which the candidate?s suitability is evaluated. After a
positive evaluation, an additional contract of 12 months follows, leading to a
total appointment of 2 years.
We offer a stimulating and dynamic interdisciplinary research environment, with
attractive benefits in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for
Dutch Universities (CAO-NU). In accordance with the conditions applied at
Erasmus University Rotterdam as indicated in the Collective Labour Agreement
(CAO NU) of the Dutch universities, the salary is dependent on the candidate?s
experience and is set at CAO NU scale 11 with a minimum of ? 3.746,- and a
maximum of ? 5.127,- gross per month, on a fulltime basis. In addition, EUR
pays an 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year payment of 8.3% and offers
excellent secondary benefits. In addition, EUR takes part in the ABP pension
scheme, and we also offer partially paid parental leave. For international
spouses we have set up a dual career programme. Moreover, EUR staff members are
allowed to make use of the EUR facilities, including the Erasmus sports centre
and the University Library.
*Diversity
*We particularly encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply: We
genuinely value diversity and believe that a diversity of talents contributes
to our vision and strategy to excel as a university on research and education.
ESPhil is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from
candidates of all genders, ethnicities, and nationalities. Given the current
composition of the ESPhil academic staff and priorities relating to staff
diversity, the School especially encourages candidates from an ethnic minority,
candidates with an international background, and female candidates to apply.
*Erasmus School of Philosophy (ESPhil) *
Erasmus School of Philosophy <https://www.eur.nl/esphil/>is a leading research
and teaching institution of Erasmus University Rotterdam. The faculty is one of
the two independent faculties of philosophy in the Netherlands. ESPhil has a
broad international orientation, with many international students (total number
of students is currently about 800), PhDs (about 15), and staff members (about
30), and has excellent connections with universities abroad.
*Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR)
*Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) <https://www.eur.nl/en>is an
internationally oriented university with a strong social orientation in its
education and research. Inspired by the dynamic and cosmopolitan city of
Rotterdam, our scientists and students work in close collaboration with
internal and external parties to solve global social challenges. Our mission is
therefore "Creating positive societal impact". Our academic education is
intensive, active and application oriented. Our research increasingly takes
place in multidisciplinary teams, which are strongly intertwined with
international networks. With our research impact and thanks to the high quality
of education, EUR ranks amongst the top European universities. Erasmian values
??function as our internal compass and make Erasmus University recognizable to
the outside world: engaged with society, world citizen, connecting,
entrepreneurial and open-minded.www.eur.nl <http://www.eur.nl>
*How to apply**
*To apply, please send your application package, no later than Thursday,
September 30^th , 2021 by e-mail to office@esphil.eur.nl. Please mention
?Postdoc ENCODE? in the subject line. The application package should include
the following files in PDF format:
1. One PDF file with your contact details (email, phone number) and the email
addresses of two academic referees.
2. A *single* pdf file, containing:
·CV _(anonymised)_
·A short (2/3 page) motivation letter (_anonymised_) that includes ideas for
your research on the project and how you see yourself fit this call?s criteria
* Writing sample in English (_anonymised_)
Applicants will be notified by mid October whether they are selected for the
interviews on the basis of their anonymised files. Interviews will be held on
Thursday, November 4th.
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from Dr. Frederik Van
De Putte: vandeputte@esphil.eur.nl <mailto:vandeputte@esphil.eur.nl>.
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