Department of Archaeology, Conservation and History

Job description

A position as a Researcher (SKO 1109) is available at the Department of Archaeology, Conservation and History, University of Oslo.

The position is associated with Gendering the Nordic Past funded by UiO: Norden. The candidate is expected to present a research project connected to the main project.

Gendering the Nordic Past is an inter-Nordic research project aimed at (re)evaluating and revitalising the field of gender studies of the Nordic past, from the Stone Age to the Viking Age. The project is anchored in archaeology, with collaborative partners in museology, theology, history, critical heritage studies, art history and gender studies. Drawing on material evidence, critical heritage perspectives and gender studies the project will explore and scrutinise how notions of gender and diversity are incorporated into perceptions and representations of the Nordic past.

More about the position

The Researcher will be expected to; (1) write three academic articles presenting results from the proposed research project, (2) co-editing an anthology and (3) co-arranging two workshops and a conference that are part of the project.

The position is available for a period of 2 years.

The successful candidate is expected to be based in Oslo for the duration of the appointment and become part of the research environment and network of the department and contribute to its development.

Qualification requirements

• PhD or equivalent academic qualifications with a specialization in Archaeology or equivalent
• The candidate's research project must be connected to Gendering the Nordic Past
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English and a Scandinavian language
• Personal suitability and motivation for the position

The doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Appointment is dependent on the public defence of the doctoral thesis being approved.

In the evaluation of the applications, emphasis will be placed on:

• The project’s scientific merit, research-related relevance and innovation
• The applicant’s estimated academic and personal ability to carry out the project within the allotted time frame and contribute to Gendering the Nordic Past
• Good co-operative skills, and the ability to successfully join in academic collaboration within and across disciplines

We offer

• salary NOK 526 000 – 608 200 per annum depending on qualifications
• a professionally stimulating working environment
• membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• attractive welfare benefits

How to apply

The application must include

• Application letter describing the applicant’s qualifications and motivation for the position
• Curriculum Vitae with grades listed (with a list of education, positions, teaching experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activities)
• List of publications
• Project description (3 - 5 pages, maximum 14,000 characters. See Template for project descriptions). The project description must present a feasible progress plan. It is expected that the applicant will be able to complete the project during the period of appointment
• Copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts only)

Please note that all documents must be in English or a Scandinavian language.

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system, please follow the link “Apply for this job”. Applicants with education from a foreign university must attach an explanation of their university’s grading system.

The short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.

Formal regulations

Following the Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) § 25, Chapter 2, information about the applicant may be used in the public list of applicants even if the applicant opts out from the entry in the public application list.

The University of Oslo has an Acquisition of Rights Agreement for the purpose of securing rights to intellectual property created by its employees, including research results.

The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.

Contact information

For questions about the position:

• Project manager, Associate Professor Unn Pedersen
• Head of Department, Professor Jon Vidar Sigurdsson
• Administrative Head of Department Katrine Randin

For questions regarding how to apply

• HR Adviser Tonje Olsen

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