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Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWoZi6o-EB4About the position
We are offering a 100% PhD position to study how changes in mutation producing processes, rather than selection, underlies the evolution of vertebrate genome architectures.
Most vertebrate genomes contain similar sets of protein coding genes; however, they vary enormously in other ways that include size (0.3 to ca. 100 Gbp), sequence composition, and the number and size of chromosomes. We currently do not have a good understanding of the processes that have led to this diversity nor how genome architecture enables or limits the evolution of morphology and life strategy.
The recent revolution in sequencing technologies has resulted in the publication of genome assemblies from thousands of vertebrate species as well as from large numbers of individuals from standing populations. This makes it possible to systematically evaluate how genome sequences have evolved and to assess to what extent this process differs between clades. Ultimately, we wish to identify the molecular processes that have driven genome architecture evolution.
These processes form the background upon which selection can act and understanding them is a requirement for a range of analyses that rely on sequence comparisons (e.g. phylogenetic inference and the study of adaptive evolution). An understanding of these processes is thus not just of academic interest, but also an enabler of further research and applications.
The candidate will initially be responsible for performing analyses based on:
- selected sets of genome assemblies,
- large scale whole genome multiple sequence alignments currently being prepared by the Vertebrate Genomes Project (VGP),
in order to identify and characterise how genomes have changed in recent evolution. The research may also include sequencing of key species identified as part of these analyses. We are especially interested in sequences obtained from germ-line DNA, as base modifications (eg. DNA methylation) can affect mutation rate and are detectable by Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT) sequencing available within the faculty.
The project is international and will be carried out in coordination with the VGP and continues collaboration with scientists at EMBL-EBI (Cambridge UK) and in Germany (Bonn University).
The contract will be for a 3-year period without teaching. Start date is in January 2027, though this is flexible. The position is to be located in Bodø, Norway.
Qualification requirements
- A two-year master’s degree in a relevant field of study is required (eg. molecular biology, bioinformatics, physics, mathematics, computer science).
- Normally, the candidates should have a grade average of B or better (or equivalent score) both for the programme in total and the master’s thesis, see admission requirements: PhD in Biosciences.
- Employment is conditional upon admission to the faculty’s doctoral program. The final project outline must be approved within three months of appointment. Termination may be considered if admission to the doctoral program is not obtained within this deadline, or in cases of failure to submit annual progress reports and/or serious deficiencies in progress or duty work. For admission requirements and regulations, see our web page.
For the position, good English skills are required both written and oral.
The ideal candidate would have:
- computer programming experience,
- an understanding of genetics and meiosis,
- molecular biology experience,
- and a solid background in statistics.
However, candidates having all of these are rare and an ability to learn new skills is most important. We encourage students of computational biology, computer science, physics, mathematics and biology (given computational experience) to apply. Candidates who already have a PhD degree will not be considered for the position.
Qualified applicants will be ranked according to the following criteria:
- Theme and perspectives from the applicant’s master’s study.
- Project outline with description of project idea and plan for implementation.
- The applicant’s description of motivation for the doctoral work and opportunities for completion.
- Relevant experience from research work.
- Ability to work independently, goal-oriented and systematically.
- Personal suitability.
We offer
The annual salary for doctoral researchers (code 1017) is NOK 565 000,-.
- Advantages within the Government Pension Fund for loans, insurance and pension
- Creative and collegial working environment
- A workplace with progressive development
- Flexible working hours
- Active university sports team
General information
The state workforce should reflect the diversity of the population. Nord University therefore encourages qualified candidates with disabilities, gaps in their CV, an immigrant background, and otherwise diverse life experiences to apply.
Information regarding disabilities or gaps in a CV may be used for anonymized statistical purposes.
The person appointed must comply with the applicable laws, agreements, and directives. The responsibilities and duties associated with the position may change with future reorganization at Nord University.
Nord University is subject to the Security Act, which imposes requirements for the handling of protected and sensitive information. To enhance the security of recruitment processes, Nord may conduct background checks of relevant candidates.
Security suitability will be considered.
Please note that, in this context, questions may be asked that are necessary to assess the candidate’s security suitability. This may include questions regarding any affiliation with countries that, in the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST)’s annual national threat assessment, are defined as key threat actors.
In such cases, Nord University will be cautious about appointing individuals who have ties to countries classified as key threat actors in PST’s threat assessment.
Application process
Applicants will be evaluated by an internal expert committee. Relevant applicants will be invited for an interview, trial lecture or other presentations. For more information, see Nord`s website.
The Faculty reserve the right not to hire applicants who may be scientifically qualified but who do not meet other criteria such as language, educational background or personal characteristics.
Application
Applications must be submitted electronically by 31.08.2026.
The application should include:
- Applications must be submitted electronically by 31.08.2026.
- The application should include:
- Application letter with description of your motivation for applying for the position
- Complete CV (education, work and teaching experience and overview of any scientific publications)
- Copy of diploma for both bachelor and master education and relevant certificates
- Applicants with education from countries outside Scandinavia with diplomas issued in a language other than English, must enclose witnessed diplomas in both the original language and authorized English translations
- Applicants from outside the EU/EEA must submit HK-dir approval of their master´s degree
- Copy of the applicant’s master’s thesis
- Project description of 3-5 pages where you explain your idea of how to approach the PhD project including both the theoretical background and methodological details.
- Name and contact information of 2-3 references (name, your relation to the person, email and phone number)
- Other activity that is considered relevant for the position, and wishes to be taken into account in the assessment
- All documents must be uploaded in the PDF file format as attachments to the electronic application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit the complete documentation within the deadline.
After the application period has expired a list of applicants will be published. Note that, in special cases, the identity of particular applicants to a position may be made public even when that applicant has requested that their application be processed confidentially. Applicants requesting an exemption from publication of their identity must explain their reasons for doing so in their application. In this case, advance notice will be given in the event of a decision to make any information about the applicant public.
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Om arbeidsgiveren:
Through research, education and social engagement, Nord University contributes to the creation of a sustainable future.
In cooperation with society, business and industry in Northern and Central Norway, our 11,500 students and 1,350 staff promote innovative solutions and knowledge-based practice, both locally and internationally.
Nord University has four strategic focus areas: blue and green growth, sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship, societal security, and health, welfare and education.
Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture (FBA) educates people with the aim of promoting sustainable and innovative development to meet global challenges in food production, climate and environment. The faculty is an international arena for education, research and knowledge dissemination, with employees and students from 39 different countries. The faculty offers a PhD in Biosciences. FBA has 900 students and 165 employees in Bodø and Steinkjer. The professional community is organised into the following divisions: Aquaculture, Ecology, Genomics and Animal Science, Production and Welfare and Algae and microbial biotechnology.
Read more: www.nord.no/en/fba
About the position
We are offering one PhD position in political science. We invite applications from excellent candidates in all sub-fields of political science, including public policy and administration, comparative politics, political theory, international relations and research methods.
The appointment is for a fixed, non-tenured term of 3 years. The position may also include other career-enhancing activities: depending on the candidate’s competence and the teaching needs of the department, the fellowship period can be extended up to four years for qualification work consisting of e.g. teaching duties. The department teaches in all the sub-fields mentioned above.
The successful candidate will be part of the Faculty’s PhD programme. The work is expected to lead to a PhD in political science.
To promote a strategic career path, all PhD fellows are expected to submit a career development plan, specifying career goals and the competencies that the PhD fellow should acquire, no later than one month after commencement of the fellowship period. The department is responsible for ensuring that the plan is followed up and that the PhD fellow has access to career guidance throughout the duration of the fellowship.
Qualification requirements
Formal qualifications
- Education equivalent to five years at university level in Norway, including a two years (120 ECTS) Master’s degree in a relevant field, with an MA thesis equivalent to at least half a year’s workload, i.e. 30 ECTS.
- The Master’s degree must include relevant education in research methods.
Other qualifications
- Applicants must have a very good to excellent command of English (written and oral).
The evaluation of applicants is based on documented, academic qualifications and the research proposal. During the initial screening phase, a strong emphasis is placed on formal qualifications and academic grades, where top-tier grades and a highly commendable MA thesis are generally prerequisites for shortlisting. The quality of the proposal will be an important part of the assessment of the shortlisted applicants in particular. Personal suitability and motivation are also considered.
We need different perspectives in our work
UiO is an open and internationally oriented comprehensive university that strives to be an inclusive and diverse workplace and academic environment. You can read more about UiO’s work on equality, inclusion, and diversity at uio.no.
We fulfill our mission most effectively when we draw upon our variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We are looking for great colleagues — could you be the next one?
We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Relevant adjustments may include modifications to working hours, task adaptations, digital, technical, or physical adjustments, or other practical measures.
The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.
If you have an immigrant background, a disability, or CV gaps (Norwegian), we encourage you to indicate this in the job application portal. In this context, disability is defined as an applicant who identifies as having a disability that requires workplace or employment-related accommodations. For more details about the requirements, please refer to the Employer portal (Norwegian).
The selections made in the job application portal are used for anonymized statistics that all state employers include in their annual reports.
More information about gender equality initiatives at UiO can be found here.
We offer
- Salary according to “SKO 1017 PhD Fellow”, NOK 550 800 - 595 000 per year per year
- Personal research funds (currently NOK 35,000 per year)
- A stimulating and international research environment with multiple research groups and seminar series
- A friendly and inclusive workplace allowing for a good work-life balance
- Attractive UiO welfare benefits
- Access to Norway’s excellent public services and welfare schemes, including generous parental leave provisions and affordable and accessible childcare (including the university’s kindergartens)
- Norway’s capital with its rich cultural life and easy access to beautiful nature
- Introduction course for PhD Fellows: Teaching as a PhD candidate
- Annual career development conversation based on the submitted career plan.
- Various courses and workshops supporting career development (e.g., on dissemination and presentation skills, op-ed writing, and stress-management).
- Financial and practical support for international staff moving to Norway (international staff may also benefit from tax cuts in their first years)
How to apply
The application with attachments must be submitted in our electronic recruiting system. Please follow the link “apply for this job”.
The online application must include the following items, which are to be submitted before the deadline (all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language):
- A cover letter (maximum 2 pages), including a statement of motivation
- A research proposal (maximum 3,000 words including all references and footnotes - a word count must be provided on the front page). The proposal should clearly state the main research question(s) and explain how the research will contribute to existing literature. It should also be specified whether the applicant plans an article-based dissertation or a monograph, and outlines of articles/chapters should be provided. Further, the proposal must contain a detailed account of the theoretical approach and the methodology that will be applied, as well as a realistic timeline.
- A CV summarising education, positions, research and pedagogical experience, administrative experience, and other qualifying activities. Career breaks, including parental leave, that are noted in the CV will be taken into consideration when evaluating applicants’ academic record.
- Copy of Master’s thesis (in English or in a Scandinavian language).
- Copies of transcripts: All applicants must submit their Master’s degree diploma and transcript(s), preferably together with a class distribution of grades. The transcript must specify the grade achieved for the Master’s thesis
- Official explanation of the grading and credit system at your university (foreign applicants)
- Names and contact details for 2-3 reference persons (name, relationship to candidate, e-mail, and phone number). Reference letters are not needed
The application deadline is September 1, 2026. The screening and evaluation of candidates will begin immediately. The most promising candidates will be invited for interviews. We expect the whole evaluation process, from the application date to an offer being made, to take 3–4 months, depending on the number of applications. The expected start date is January 2027 but is subject to negotiations.
Formal regulations
Applicant lists can be published in accordance with Norwegian Freedom of Information Act § 25. When you apply for a position with us, your name will appear on the public applicant list. It is possible to request to be excluded from this list. You must justify why you want an exemption from publication and we will then decide whether we can grant your request. If we cannot, you will hear from us.
Please see the regulations concerning terms and conditions of employment for the posts of postdoctoral research fellow, research fellow, research assistant and resident - University of Oslo (uio.no) (https://www.uio.no/english/about/regulations/personnel/academic/regulations-employment-conditions-postdoc.html)
Please refer to Regulations for the Act on universities and colleges chapter 3 (Norwegian), Guidelines concerning appointment to post doctoral and research posts at UiO and Regulations for the degree of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) at the University of Oslo.
The University of Oslo has a transfer agreement with all employees that is intended to secure the rights to all research results etc.
Om arbeidsgiveren:
The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest ranked educational and research institution, with 28,000 students and 7,000 employees in a broad range of academic disciplines. UiO has shaped society for over 200 years. As a leading European university, it promotes independent and innovative research and offers outstanding education.
The Department of Political Science is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. It is the largest political science department in Norway and covers all subfields of the discipline: international politics, public policy and administration, comparative politics, political theory, and research methods. The department offers a vibrant academic environment with a good mix of permanent staff, postdoctoral and PhD fellows. Around 1,400 students are currently enrolled at BA, MA, and PhD level. The department runs two large political science programmes at BA and MA level and a specialized programme in Peace and Conflict Studies at MA level. In addition, the department hosts interdisciplinary study programmes at the BA level in International Studies and Public Administration and Leadership. The department has several research groups, including Comparative Institutions and Regimes (CIR), Policy, Bureaucracy and Organisation (PBO), Oslo Political Theory (OPT), Political Data Science (PODS), and CITIZENS. The Department also hosts the interdisciplinary Center for Research on Extremism (C-REX).