Students for research projects and research assistance

Institute for Nordic Studies and Linguistics (NorS) at the University of Copenhagen seeks a student for employment as of January 15, 2027 as assistant on the project NewWorkTech led by Professor Brian L. Due.

To assist with this task we are seeking an efficient student who can work on average 15 hours per week.

The position is fixed-term and ends on December 15, 2027 with possible extension.

About us

You will be employed at NorS, which primarily works with linguistics. You will be affiliated with projects led by Brian L. Due. In the project NewWorkTech ( https://circd.ku.dk/research/projects/newworktech/ ) we investigate how people with disabilities can participate in work life and in the project Sorgens Have ( https://circd.ku.dk/research/projects/the-garden-of-grief/ ) we examine how the cemetery can be used as a comforting place for men in mourning. A cross-disciplinary approach and the use of video-ethnographic methods are central to the projects.

Your work routine will be based physically in the Metropol Building at the South Campus, but there will also be a considerable amount of work that can be handled via digital coordination.

Duties

Generally, your role is to be an assistant to Professor Brian L. Due, and thus there may be a wide variation in your tasks. These tasks may include:

• Assistance with processing, organizing and transcribing video material
• Practical assistance in connection with data collection, including video recordings and handling of equipment
• Aid in preparing and structuring empirical material for analysis and data sessions
• Help to coordinate and practically arrange workshops, events and conferences
• Practical support for the research projects, including coordination with project participants and collaborators
• Assistance with preparing and arranging presentations, teaching materials and other dissemination materials
• Assistance with research dissemination, websites and communication about projects
• Occasional administrative, research-related tasks tied to the professor's projects

Your competencies

• Student in a relevant humanities or social sciences program
• Works systematically and thoroughly
• Good organizational skills
• Good written and oral communication skills in Danish and English
• Familiar with common digital work tools and eager to learn new programs and technical solutions
• Can handle research data and video material carefully, with understanding of confidentiality and research ethics
• Flexible and prepared for tasks to vary between research-related, practical and administrative tasks

Experience with video data, transcription, research projects or coordination of events is an advantage, but not a requirement. The most important is curiosity, thoroughness and the ability to quickly get up to speed on new tasks.

We offer

• Flexible working hours that can accommodate your studies
• A study-relevant job close to current research projects
• Insight into the research process from data collection and analysis to publication and dissemination
• Opportunity to gain experience by assisting with video ethnography, transcription and qualitative analysis
• Opportunity to participate in relevant workshops, seminars, etc.
• Opportunity to work with researchers and external partners in national and international projects
• A scholarly environment with opportunities to develop your skills.

Employment terms

Employment and pay are in accordance with the applicable Central Collective Agreement between the Ministry of Finance and Public Employees - The Public Sector (OAO Central Collective Agreement) as well as the Agreement for Clerical Workers, Laboratory Technicians and IT Employees (HK) § 35.

The hourly wage amounts to a minimum of 145.73 DKK (April 1, 2026 level). You will be placed on the pay scale based on previous employment.

It is a condition of employment that you are enrolled and an active student in a higher education program.

Application, etc.

If you are interested in the position, please send your application, CV, enrollment certificate and transcript electronically so that it reaches the university no later than 25 November 2026 . Interviews will take place in early December.

The University wishes to reflect the surrounding society and encourages everyone regardless of personal background to apply for the position.

Further questions

Questions about the position can be directed to Brian Due at 4156 3156.

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