Job description

Position as PhD Research Fellow in Stochastics, Differential Equations, Computational Mathematics, and Risk is available at the Department of Mathematics at the University of Oslo, Norway.

If the successful candidate has a good knowledge of one Scandinavian language (Norwegian, Swedish, Danish), the fellowship will be for a period of 4 years, with 25 % compulsory work (teaching responsibilities at the Department). Otherwise, the fellowship will be for a period of 3 years, with no compulsory work.

Starting date no later than October 1, 2021.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo

More about the position

The PhD position is linked to the research groups of Section 3: Risk and Stochastics and Section 4: Partial Differential Equations and Computational Mathematics. The groups perform research in Partial (Stochastic) Differential Equations, Stochastic Analysis, Computational Mathematics, Uncertainty and Risk Analysis.

The research groups in Section 3 and 4 have a strong interdisciplinary competence which include stochastic analysis, partial differential equations, numerical analysis, combinatorial matrix theory, approximation theory, probability theory and mathematical statistics. The two sections are rich in experienced, active, and internationally renowned scientists, who run various projects in their own fields as well as collaborate across the sections.

Please visit the following web pages to see samples of the activities:

https://www.mn.uio.no/math/english/research/groups/risk-stochastics/index.html

https://www.mn.uio.no/math/english/research/groups/pde/index.html

https://www.mn.uio.no/math/english/research/groups/cm/index.html

The position includes research within one or more of the above mentioned fields, depending on experience and interest. In general, these research groups are interested in mathematical models of complicated phenomena which arise in applications in both the natural and social sciences, this includes research within risk and control methods from engineering as well as from insurance and finance. To study such models, techniques from both deterministic and stochastic analysis, as well as numerical analysis, are used. Preference will be given to candidates which can document knowledge in these fields.

The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree at the University of Oslo. The PhD studies at UiO are characterized by a very strong research component. The PhD thesis usually consists of several scientific papers, written during the PhD period and published in leading scientific journals. The candidates are also required to take a small number of advanced courses as part of their PhD education.

The PhD fellow will work in a well-established and internationally oriented research group with high ambitions in research excellency. It is expected that the PhD fellow will take an active part both in research and the section’s activities.

Qualification requirements

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

Applicants are required to hold:

• A Master’s degree in Mathematics or equivalently, with a strong mathematical orientation.
• In case of a foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level), this should be corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system.
• A documented strong background in one or more of the following areas: stochastic analysis, partial differential equations, numerical analysis, combinatorial matrix theory, approximation theory, probability and mathematical statistics at Master’s level.

Candidates without a Master’s degree have until 30 June, 2021 to complete the final exam.

Grade requirements:

The norm is as follows:

• the average grade point for courses included in the Bachelor’s degree must be C or better in the Norwegian educational system
• the average grade point for courses included in the Master’s degree must be B or better in the Norwegian educational system
• the Master’s thesis must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
• English requirements for applicants from outside of EU/ EEA countries and exemptions from the requirements:

The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree.

The fellowship requires admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The application to the PhD programme must be submitted to the department no later than two months after taking up the position. For more information see:

http://www.uio.no/english/research/phd/

http://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/

We offer

• Salary NOK 482 200 – 526 000 per annum depending on qualifications and seniority as PhD Research Fellow (position code 1017)
• Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement
• Vibrant international academic environment
• Career development programmes
• Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

How to apply

The application must include:

• Cover letter including statement of motivation and research interests
• CV summarizing education, positions and academic work, scientific publications, the date of completion of the Master’s degree (or expected date of completion)
• Copies of the original Bachelor and Master’s degree diploma, transcripts of records
• Documentation of English proficiency
• Copy of the Master’s thesis (draft of the thesis) and all the academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
• Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail, and telephone number)

The application may also include:

• 1-3 Letters of recommendation. These can be also be sent directly to the contact persons (see below)

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system (please follow the link “Apply for this job”). Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language.

Applicants may be called in for an interview in person or by zoom.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Research Fellowships at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo.

According to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results etc.

Inclusion and diversity are a strength. The University of Oslo has a personnel policy objective of achieving a balanced gender composition. We also want to have employees with diverse expertise, combinations of subjects, life experience and perspectives. We will make adjustments for employees who require this.

Contact information

For further information please contact:

• Professor Giulia Di Nunno, e-mail: giulian@math.uio.no
• Professor Nils Henrik Risebro, e-mail: nilshr@math.uio.no

For question reguarding our recruitment system, please contact HR Adviser Nina Holtan, e-mail: nina.holtan@mn.uio.no.

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