The RePIM Doctoral Network is pleased to announce the reopening of the DC12 PhD position at Tallinn University (TLU), Estonia on 18 May 2026.
This position is part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie-funded project RePIM – Revisioning Public Interest Media, which brings together leading European universities and industry partners to explore the future of public interest media in a rapidly evolving, data-driven landscape.
About the project
The DC12 project, Audience Data Management and Performance Measurement in the Cross-Media Landscape, investigates how public interest media organisations can generate, manage and use audience data in ethical and effective ways.
The research will address key challenges in transitioning from traditional broadcast metrics to cross-platform analytics, while maintaining the public value mission of media organisations. The doctoral candidate will contribute to developing innovative approaches to audience measurement and strategic decision-making in complex media ecosystems.
A more detailed project description is available here.
What the position offers
- Access to advanced research infrastructures and tailored training programmes
- A fully funded 36-month PhD position (with potential extension to a fourth year)
- An international, interdisciplinary research environment within the RePIM network
- A two-month academic secondment at Aalborg University (Denmark)
- A three-month industry internship at Estonian Public Service Media (ERR)
Who can apply
We welcome applications from candidates with a strong background in media, communication, data analytics or related fields, and an interest in public service and public interest media.
Applicants must comply with the MSCA mobility rule and be willing to relocate to Estonia.
Application details
- Applications open: 18 May 2026
- Deadline: 29 June 2026
- How to apply: via the Tallinn University PhD admissions system
More information and application details are available here.
Join the RePIM Doctoral Network
RePIM will train 12 doctoral candidates across Europe through a unique programme combining academic research, industry collaboration and international mobility. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of public interest media.