Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Section 5 for Algebra, Algebraic geometry, Geometry and Topology, or Section 6 for Several Complex Variables, Operator Algebras and Logic.

Job description

Position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow available at the Department of Mathematics.

The appointment is a fulltime position. If the candidate has a good knowledge of one Scandinavian language (Norwegian, Swedish, Danish), the appointment is for a period of four years (25 % of which is devoted to required duties, usually in the form of teaching activities). Otherwise the appointment is for a period of three years (10% of which is devoted to required duties, usually in the form of teaching activities).

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

Starting date no later than October 1, 2021

More about the position

The successful applicant will participate in research activity closely related to those currently pursued in one of the two sections mentioned above (details about this can be found on the department web-page). Therefore, the successful applicant must document a strong research background within topics relevant for researchers in either of the two sections, and explain how she/he sees herself/himself contributing to the existing research activity.

Postdoctoral fellows who are appointed for a period of four years are expected to acquire basic pedagogical competency in the course of their fellowship period within the duty component of 25 %.

The main purpose of a postdoctoral fellowship is to provide the candidates with enhanced skills to pursue a scientific top position within or beyond academia. To promote a strategic career path, all postdoctoral research fellows are required to submit a professional development plan no later than one month after commencement of the postdoctoral period

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 the fellowship will be selected in accordance with this, and are expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

• Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree on topics relevant for the either of the two sections. Doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Only applicants with an approved doctoral thesis and completed defence are eligible for appointment.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
• The successful applicant must document a strong research background within topics relevant for researchers in either of the two sections, and explain how she/he sees herself/himself contributing to the existing research activity.

Personal skills

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate on research projects.
• The ideal candidate is motivated and self-driven, and has a genuine curiosity and interest in research.

We offer

• Salary NOK 526 000 – 608 200 per annum depending on qualifications in position as Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (position code 1352)
• Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement
• Professionally stimulating working environment
• Vibrant international academic environment
• Postdoctoral 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 (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest)
• Project description
• CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
• Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript of records
• A complete list of publications and up to 5 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 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).

In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications, the project description (whenever this is required in the call for applicants), and the quality of the project as well as the candidates motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to complete the project in the course of the period of employment.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Postdoctoral fellowships 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 a.o.

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 further information please contact:

• Erlend F. Wold phone: +47 22855915, e-mail: erlendfw@math.uio.no or
• John Christian Ottem, phone: +47 22855930, e-mail: johnco@math.uio.no

For questions regarding the recruitment system please contact: HR adviser Nina Holtan, e-mail: nina.holtan@mn.uio.no.

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