Fully Funded PhD and Postdoc Positions at University of Oslo

Summary:

The Department of Archaeology, Conservation, and History at the University of Oslo is offering a Doctoral Research Fellowship in History, focusing on the project “Experiencing American Democracy: Nordic Encounters in Transatlantic Perspective” (ExAM). This project explores Norwegian and Nordic interactions with American democracy from 1800 to the present, highlighting the interplay between migration and Americanization. Candidates are invited to propose a PhD thesis topic that aligns with one or more of ExAM’s main themes: Conceptions of American democracy, Circulations of experiences, Commemorations and use of migration history, and Cross-cutting dimensions employing mixed methods.

Summary:

The University of Oslo is offering a PhD Research Fellowship position at the Department of Technology Systems (ITS), aiming for a start date of September 1, 2024. The position spans three years, with a possible extension to a fourth year, which includes a 25% workload potentially covering teaching, supervision duties, and/or research assistance, depending on the qualifications of the candidate and the department’s needs. The fellowship is designed for research training leading to a PhD degree and requires admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences.

Deadline: 14.04.2024

Summary:

DSTrain, under the management of the dScience Centre for Computational and Data Sciences at the University of Oslo, announces the initiation of a five-year postdoctoral program, supported in part by the EU Horizon Europe through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. The program aims to grant 36 postdoctoral fellowships across the domain of data science, fostering collaboration among computational science, natural sciences, and technology. The first call opens for 18 positions for projects starting in autumn 2024, offering a three-year tenure with a possibility of engaging in teaching activities. The roles are based within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, aligning with the strategic ambition to rank among Europe’s premier research and educational institutions. Positions demand applicants at the pinnacle of their academic achievement, holding a PhD or equivalent in fields related to the project’s scope. Fluency in English is essential.

Requirements:

Basic Eligibility

• Possess a PhD equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in areas such as Astrophysics, Biosciences, Chemistry, Geosciences, Informatics, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Physics, or Technology systems, with the doctoral dissertation submitted and successfully defended by the application deadline.
• Fluent in both oral and written English.

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Criteria

• Comply with MSCA mobility rules: Applicants must not have spent over 12 months in Norway in the 3 years immediately before the deadline, excluding short stays or compulsory national service.
• Commit to full-time research for the fellowship duration, with part-time considerations for professional or personal reasons subject to prior approval.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary research and computational/statistical methodologies.
• Personal qualities such as strong analytical skills, creativity, leadership, and the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Deadline: 29.04.2024

Summary:

The Norwegian Cancer Society funds a two-year extendable post-doctoral/researcher position available at the Centre for Molecular Medicine (NCMM, Nordic EMBL partnership institute), Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Norway, led by Dr. Biswajyoti Sahu. They are in search of a highly motivated and skilled experimental wet-lab scientist to contribute to cancer epigenomics and transcriptional regulation research. The team explores the impact of transcription factors on human diseases, employing modern genome-wide techniques to study regulatory genomic features and chromatin architecture. This project involves work with mammalian cell lines, 3D organoid cultures, and stem cell-based methods. They leverage advanced genome-wide methods, such as ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN, HiChIP, single-nuclei multiome RNA-seq, ATAC-seq assays, and epigenetics analysis using both Illumina and single-molecule nanopore sequencing. Additionally, CRISPR-based genome editing techniques are utilized. The position offers an opportunity to join an ambitious, interdisciplinary team focused on understanding transcription factors’ role and enhancer malfunction in the development of enhanceropathies like cancer.

Requirements:

They are seeking highly motivated candidates with a distinguished academic record and a strong commitment to research. The ideal applicant will possess:

• A PhD in a relevant life sciences field, complemented by a notable publication record, including at least one first-author paper for postdoctoral fellows (position code 1352), or a successfully completed post-doctoral period with significant publications in peer-reviewed journals for researchers (position code 1109).
• Documented research experience in transcriptional regulation, cancer research, stem cell biology, functional genomics, and/or epigenomics.
• Experience with mammalian cell-based assays and genomic methods such as chromatin immunoprecipitation, RNA-seq, and ATAC-seq is desirable.
• Experience with organoid culture systems and mouse models is considered advantageous.
• Familiarity with generating and analyzing high-throughput omics datasets is preferred but not required.
• Excellent command of English, both written and oral.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary projects. A willingness to supervise students and staff, a solid understanding of biochemistry, molecular biology, genomics experiments, bioinformatics, and relevant data analysis skills are essential. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong publication record.

Personal attributes include the ability to work independently and as part of a team, a profound motivation for scientific research, a willingness to supervise students, and being well-organized.

Deadline: 15.04.2024

Summary:

A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is open in the Department of Geosciences, specifically within the Section for Meteorology and Oceanography, at the University of Oslo. This full-time role spans two years, with a preferred start date in August 2024. It is important to note that individuals can only be appointed to one Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Oslo during their career.

Requirements:

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences is committed to being a leader in research, education, and innovation in Europe. Thus, the selection process for this fellowship will reflect this ambition, favoring candidates who stand out academically within their peer group. Candidates should have:

• A doctoral degree in Paleo Climate or a closely related field, equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree. The doctoral thesis must be evaluated by the application deadline, with only candidates who have had their thesis approved and defended being considered eligible.
• Proficiency in English, both in oral and written communication.
• The personal qualities and motivation necessary for the position.

Deadline: 15.04.2024

Summary:

This two-year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is offered by the Department of Archaeology, Conservation, and History at the University of Oslo, in collaboration with the Department of Geosciences in Meteorology. The fellowship is part of NORCLI (Nordic Climate History. Using the past to envision the future), a project that explores how Nordic societies responded to abrupt climate changes over the past millennium. The project seeks to integrate data from historical records, natural archives, and climate models, aiming to enhance contemporary discussions on climate history. It is funded by UiO: Energy and Environment and involves collaboration with multiple ongoing projects in the field. The fellow will conduct research within NORCLI’s framework and is expected to collaborate with other researchers, including a second postdoc in climate sciences. A period of the fellowship is dedicated to working with an international research group on Nordic Climate history at the Center for Advanced Study (CAS) in Oslo. Candidates with experience in climate or environmental history, interdisciplinary research, and historical climate archives are encouraged to apply. The role requires the successful candidate to be based in Oslo, with a preferred start date in August 2024.

Requirements:

• The applicant must hold a PhD or equivalent qualifications in history, climate and environmental history, or a related historical discipline.
• Their research project should align closely with NORCLI’s core objectives.
• They should possess excellent communication skills in English and, ideally, a Scandinavian language.
• Motivation and personal suitability for the fellowship are essential.
• The doctoral dissertation should be submitted for evaluation by the application deadline, and appointment is contingent upon the approval of the doctoral thesis defense.
• In assessing applications, consideration will be given to the scientific merit, relevance, and innovation of the research project; the applicant’s academic and personal capacity to complete the project within the specified timeframe and contribute meaningfully to the main project; their ability to integrate interdisciplinary approaches and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams; and their cooperative skills for effective academic collaboration across disciplines.