One or more postdoc positions in criminology and cybercrime

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One or more postdoc positions in criminology and cybercrime Sintesi in italiano (traduzione automatica): L'Università di Aalborg, Danimarca, cerca candidati per una o più posizioni di ricercatore post-dottorato in criminologia, con focus sul crimine informatico. Le posizioni, della durata di due anni, sono finanziate e mirano a rafforzare la ricerca criminologica in questo campo emergente. I candidati dovranno sviluppare e condurre progetti di ricerca indipendenti, partecipare a richieste di finanziamento e contribuire a un ambiente di ricerca collaborativo. È richiesta una laurea di dottorato in criminologia o in un campo correlato, oltre a competenze metodologiche solide e esperienza nella pubblicazione su riviste internazionali. La scadenza per la presentazione delle domande è il 15 settembre 2026 o il prima possibile dopo tale data. Do you want to develop Danish research on cybercrime and contribute to the future of crime prevention? Do you want to be part of a rapidly developing criminological field in Denmark? The Department of Society and Politics, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, invites applications for one or more 2-year fully funded postdoctoral research positions in criminology with a focus on cybercrime. The positions are part of a strategic effort to strengthen criminological research on cybercrime. The starting date is September 15th, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Your work tasks • Develop and conduct independent research projects within cybercrime. • Engage in research at an international level. • Contribute to future research funding applications. • Contribute to a collaborative research environment on Campus Aalborg. Your main task as a postdoc will be to conduct and publish research in line with the research proposal submitted with your application and in cooperation with colleagues at the department. In addition, you will be expected to contribute to funding applications within your subject area and to actively support the research environment within your research group, the department, and the wider workplace. The department will help align grant-seeking activities with your research profile and provide general career development support. As part of the application, you must submit a project description (maximum five pages, 12,000 characters including spaces and references). The description should outline the research questions, theoretical considerations, methodological approach, relevant literature, and a proposed timeline. The project should address cybercrime (cyber-enabled or cyber-dependent). This may involve one or more of the topics listed below, but may also address other topics relevant to the subject area: • Victimization and offending • Hybridization of crime • Illicit online markets The research projects may address national or international challenges and should employ appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative methods. The project should demonstrate clear potential to generate internationally recognised research, produce publications in leading journals, and attract future research funding. Senior researchers will actively support access to Danish data sources (e.g., registry data, surveys, and organisations). Your competencies The ideal candidate has a background in criminology or a related field and experience publishing in international journals from criminology and related fields. Strong methodological competences and experience working with data collection and analysis is required and some experience with research funding is preferred. We value a collaborative work environment that fosters both academic engagement and social interaction among colleagues. Qualification requirements Appointment as postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level in criminology or a related field Who we are Department of Society and Politics [SOCIETY] provides an ambitious academic environment, bringing together a range of strong research disciplines from the social sciences. Our scholars pursue research excellence at the highest international level while remaining committed to generating knowledge that informs policy, improves practice, and creates societal impact. We are the only institution in Denmark to educate criminologists at the master's level. We offer: • A supportive and collegial research environment • A teaching environment with room for innovation • A strategic focus on cybercrime research • Work-life balance in a high-quality living environment • Strong support for career development • Support from senior researchers in accessing Danish data sources How to apply Your application must include the following: Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position Curriculum Vitae (CV) Diplomas (master's degree diploma and PhD Annuncio in inglese. Fonte: Euraxess (Commissione europea).