The Faculty of Social Sciences at Nord University is seeking 1-2 PhD candidates in sociology in the field of sports technology and youth. The position(s) are for 3 years, full time, and are linked to the Research Group on Sport and Society (RESPONSE). The position(s) does not include teaching.
The research group RESPONSE has an active and cutting edge research environment in sociology of sport. The PhD position is part of the ongoing research on sports tech conducted by the group. In this PhD position, we invite candidates to conduct studies on sports technology and youth from a sociological perspective. Sports technology encompasses the use of technology in all aspects of sports, including organized sports, esports, and self-organized sports. Examples of digitalization elements in sports may include self-tracking through smartphones and smartwatches, the use of wearable technologies in organized sports, esports, or athletes’ self-presentation on social media.
Relevant projects may focus on how technological innovation contributes to inclusion and exclusion in youth sports, how such technologies challenge and maintain gender inequality, economic inequality, or other forms of digital divides. Other relevant issues may include how sports technology and social media influence young athletes’ embodiment and understanding of performance, or digitization and innovative youth sporting activities (e.g. esports, virtual sports).
The position is to be located in Bodø. Candidates are subject to Nord University’s requirement for residency at the institution. The position may also involve tasks at Nord University’s other campuses. Applications must be submitted electronically by 1st of February 2024.
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