The University of Agder has more than 1500 employees and almost 14 000 students. This makes us one of the largest workplaces in Southern Norway. Our staff research, teach and disseminate knowledge from a variety of academic fields. Co-creation of knowledge is our common vision. We offer a broad range of study programmes in many fields. We are situated at two modern campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad respectively.
We are an open and inclusive university marked by a culture of cooperation. The aim of the university is to further develop education and research at a high international level.
About the position
A permanent 100% position is available at the University of Agder, Faculty of Engineering and Science, as Associate Professor in esports, at the Department of Information and Communication Technology. The position is located at Campus Grimstad. The starting date is as soon as possible or to be negotiated with the Faculty.
The Department of ICT has several active research groups in Information and Communication Technology including 12 Professors, 25 Associate Professors/ Assistant professors and about 30 Research Fellows on the PhD programme in ICT. The department pursues a variety of research interests, focusing especially on ICT and crisis management, Artificial Intelligence, eLearning, eHealth, and esports. The department has successfully led several large research projects funded by the Research Council of Norway, the EU research programmes FP7 and H2020 as well as national and international industries.
Responsibilities
Teaching and supervision on bachelor, master, and PhD level within the esports programmes and in continuing education. Research and development, publication, and external funding.
A successful candidate must be able to show extensive research and experience within esports both theoretically and practically.
A successful applicant must be able to document relevant practical teaching competence based on education or teaching and supervision. Applicants who are unable to document such basic competence at the time of their appointment, will be required to obtain it within a period of two years, possibly by completing UiA’s basis course in university education as detailed in the Criteria for educational competence at UiA.
The working language at the University of Agder is Norwegian. The successful candidate must be proficient in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language, both written and oral. State possible requirements concerning English or other languages. The University of Agder will facilitate the completion of courses in Norwegian. Permanently employed staff is expected to be proficient in Norwegian within three years.
Desired qualifications
The following qualifications are desired and will be used in the ranking of the candidates.
Connection to the esports industry
Experience with organizing esports tournaments
Experience with the business of esports
Experience with project funding
Experience with esports publication
Personal qualities
Personal suitability, good teamwork skills, inventiveness, and a proactive approach will be emphasised in the evaluation as well as relevant practical experience. The associate professor will be expected to contribute to an active research community that promotes personal and professional growth. The position places great demands on the applicant’s capacity for independent goal-oriented work, ability to concentrate and attention to detail.
We offer
Professional development in a large, exciting, and socially influential organisation
A positive, inclusive, and diverse working environment
Modern facilities and a comprehensive set of welfare offers
The position is remunerated according to the State Salary Scale, salary plan 17.510, code 1011 and code 1198 Associate Professor, NOK 660 000 -765 600 gross salary per year. Higher salary grades may be considered for particularly well-qualified applicants. A compulsory pension contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund is deducted from the pay according to current statutory provisions.
General information
UiA is an open and inclusive university. We believe that diversity enriches the workplace and makes us better. We, therefore, encourage qualified candidates to apply for the position independent of gender, age, cultural background, disability or an incomplete CV.
Women are strongly encouraged to apply for the position.
The successful applicant will have rights and obligations in accordance with the current regulations for the position, and organisational changes and changes in the duties and responsibilities of the position must be expected. The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning the acts relating to Control of Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Appointment is made by the University of Agder’s Appointments Committee for Teaching and Research Positions.
Short-listed applicants will be invited for interviews and a demonstration of their teaching competency, usually in the form of a trial lecture. With permission from the applicant the university also will conduct a reference check before appointment. The final recommendation will be an overall assessment based on the expert assessment, the trial lecture, the interview(s) and references. Read more about the employment process.
In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act § 25 (2), applicants may request that they are not identified in the open list of applicants. The University, however, reserves the right to publish the names of applicants. Applicants will be advised of the University’s intention to exercise this right.
Application
The application and any necessary information about education and experience (including diplomas and certificates) are to be sent electronically. Use the link “Apply for this job”.
The following documentation must be uploaded electronically:
CV
Diplomas and certificates
List of publications
Academic articles (no more than 5)
Possible documentation of educational competence
Possible other attachments
The applicant is fully responsible for submitting complete digital documentation before the closing date. All documentation must be available in a Scandinavian language or English.
