The position

A position as Associate Professor in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry is available at the Department of Chemistry. The position is affiliated with the Theoretical Chemistry Group.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated researcher to strengthen and consolidate our ongoing research activity in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry and the corresponding educational curriculum in computational chemistry and modelling at the Department of Chemistry. The position offers a unique opportunity to be part of an internationally recognized group and to develop collaborations with related research environments within the University, at other Norwegian institutions and internationally.

Department of Chemistry (IK), located at the Tromsø campus, is one of six departments within the Faculty of Science and Technology, and currently offers education at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctoral levels. The department provides access to advanced core facilities and research infrastructure, including mass spectrometry, HPLC/UPLC, NMR, X-ray crystallography, protein production, peptide synthesis, biomolecular modeling, and it has access to the national high performance computing infrastructure provided by Sigma2.

The workplace is at UiT in Tromsø. You must be able to start in the position in Tromsø within a reasonable time, after receiving the offer.

The position’s field of research or work

The announced position involves teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities.

The successful candidate will strengthen an internationally competitive and active research group in theoretical and computational chemistry, with particular attention to the emerging field of quantum technology. The candidate will engage in scientific collaborations and cultivate professional networks at national and international levels in academia and if possible, with the private sector. Emphasis will be given to method development in theoretical chemistry and computational material modeling.

We expect the position holder to develop grant applications and secure external funding to support research and educational activities.

The position holder is also expected to contribute to the education at the department. This includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (primarily in general, physical, inorganic and theoretical chemistry), supervising students at all levels, disseminating research to the public and engagement with subject-specific pedagogical literature by participation in collegial teaching development activities.

It is expected that the participant will participate in research group collaboration and professional networks nationally and internationally, as well as in disseminating research to a wider public. It is expected that the successful candidate/position holder is willing to develop grant applications (RCN/EU).

Contact

Further information about the position and UiT is available by contacting: 

Prof. Luca Frediani, Department of Chemistry; Phone +47 47 323 585, email: luca.frediani@uit.no

Prof. Peik Haugen, Head of Department of Chemistry; Phone +47 77646474, email: peik.haugen@uit.no 

Qualifications

Applicants must have a research background in theoretical and computational chemistry covering method development in areas such as electronic structure methods, computational spectroscopy in both the time and frequency domains, relativistic methods and computational materials modelling. Applicants should have carried out independent and original research of high international standard, evidenced by their scientific results published in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at international conferences and documented funding. Applicants must present a research statement and research vision that is in line with developments in quantum technology nationally and internationally, which can be integrated with the department's existing activities, as well as promote collaboration across departments at the Faculty of Science. The ability and potential to secure external funding should be documented through previous applications and through the research plans presented. 

Applicants must:

• Document that they can conduct independent original research in one or more of the following branches of theoretical and computational chemistry: electronic structure methods, computational spectroscopy both in time and frequency domain, relativistic methods, computational materials modeling.
• Have a strong scientific track record, documented with publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at relevant scientific conferences.
• Provide a research statement detailing previous and ongoing research, and an outline of proposed future research, showing how that aligns with the research activities at the department of chemistry and contribute to collaboration outside the department.
• Demonstrate experience in project management.
• Document their funding track record showing they can further attract external funding.
• Hold a Norwegian doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign doctoral degree
• Document Pedagogical competence
• The position requires proficiency in a Scandinavian language equivalent to level B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). New employees who do not fulfill the language criteria by appointment are required, within three years, to demonstrate sufficient proficiency in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language. Arrangements will be made to facilitate the completion of Norwegian courses. 
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Document their mobility, participation in international research networks, and experience with outreach activities.
• We will emphasize the applicants motivation for the position and personal suitability. We are looking for candidates who have:
  • Good collaboration skills
  • Abilities for good communication and interaction with colleagues and students
  • Abilities and desires to contribute to a good working environment

We are seeking applicants who are motivated to educate students from undergraduate to postgraduate levels through teaching courses, and supervising student research projects. Applicants should have a background enabling them to teach lower level chemistry courses, such as General Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry in addition to more advanced theoretical chemistry courses (Computational Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry, Theoretical Chemistry, Electronic Structure Methods, Molecular Properties and Spectroscopy, Relativistic Quantum Chemistry). Experience in developing courses and/or educational programs is advantageous.

The assessment will emphasize scientific excellence and potential, as well as motivation and personal suitability for the position. A commitment to the department’s standards for teaching quality, recruitment, and public outreach activities is expected. The successful candidate must be willing to engage in the ongoing development of the discipline and contribute to the university.

Qualification requirements for the position as Associate Professor:

• Norwegian doctoral degree in subject area concerned or a corresponding foreign doctoral degree recognised as equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree, or competence at a corresponding level documented by academic work of the same scope and quality
• Documented pedagogical competence
• Proficiency in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language

• Personal suitability

   

At UiT we put emphasis on the quality, relevance and significance of the research work and not on where the work is published, in accordance with the principles of The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA).

UiT wishes to increase the proportion of females in academic positions. In cases where two or more applicants are found to be approximately equally qualified, female applicants will be given priority.

Pedagogical competence

All applicants for teaching and research positions must document their educational competence in their application.

Those who do not meet the requirements for pedagogical competence upon employment will be required to meet the them within two years

You must have acquired basic competence for teaching and supervision at university and college level.This entails basic skills in planning, implementing, evaluating and developing teaching and supervision. 

See how to document educational competence: About the pedagogical portfolio - Result  (English guide at the bottom of the page)

UiT offers courses in educational competence to employees. 

We offer

• A stimulating and cooperative working environment. 
• Mentorship and administrative support. 
• Support for applications for externally funded research projects.
• Opportunity of R&D sabbatical leave 
• Good welfare arrangements for employees
• Good arrangements for pension, insurance and loans in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• If you have to relocate to Tromsø then the Faculty of Science and Technology may reimburse your moving costs. Further details regarding this matter will be made available if you receive an offer from us.

Norwegian health policy aims to ensure that everyone, irrespective of their personal finances and where they live, has access to good health and care services of equal standard. As an employee you will become member of the National Insurance Scheme which also include health care services.

Work- and salary conditions 

The successful candidate must be willing to get involved in the ongoing development of their department and the university as a whole.

The allocation of working hours is flexible and allocated on a case-by-case basis. In general, Associate Professors will spend an equal amount of time on teaching and research and development work after time spent on other duties has been deducted. As a norm, the time resources spent on administrative duties constitutes 5 % for academic staff. 

The remuneration for The remuneration for Associate Professor is in accordance with the State salary scale code 1011, with a gross annual salary ranging from NOK 660000 to 790000 in a 100 % position. In special cases, a higher salary may be considered. 

As a state employee, you have one of the best pension schemes available. For more information see: spk.no.

Application

The application must include: 

• Cover letter including a short description of interests and reasons for applying for the position  
• CV containing a complete overview of education, experience and professional work 
• Diplomas, diploma supplements and transcripts (all degrees, in original language and translated) 
• Letter(s) of recommendation if applicable
• Two references with contact details 
• Documented pedagogical competence. Brief description of teaching philosophy/documentation of educational competence in the form of a pedagogical map or course certificate of completed university pedagogical basic competence such as UNIPED 100 at UiT or equivalent from other universities 
• A list of your academic production 
• Description of your academic production, stating which works you consider most important 
• Academic works, up to ten. The doctoral thesis is regarded as one work. 
• An outline of proposed future research activities. This should include how your planned activities fit with existing infrastructure and research activities at the department.
•  Documentation of English proficiency.  Proficiency in the English language can be documented in the following ways: 
  • Diploma from a Norwegian upper secondary school with both spoken and written English (140 hours) 
  • A copy of your PhD thesis, if this has been written in English
  • A diploma and transcript of a completed university degree taught and examined in English, OR
  • Completion of one of the following English language tests with minimum scores as specified: IELTS (International English Testing Service) (min. 6.5 on every part), TOEFL iBT (min. reading 22, listening 22, speaking 22, writing 25), TOEFL PBT (min. total 550), Cambridge ESOL Examination (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency Level), European Language Certificate (telc; min. C1 level).
  • One year of completed university studies in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or USA, for which English was the language of instructions. 

Documentation has to be in English or a Scandinavian language. The application and submitted documents must be sent electronically via www.jobbnorge.no 

Assessment

The applicants will be assessed by an expert committee. The committee's mandate is to undertake an assessment of the applicants' qualifications on the basis of the written material presented by the applicants, and the detailed description drawn up for the position.

The applicants who are assessed as best qualified will be called to an interview. The interview shall among other things, aim to clarify the applicants personal suitability for the position and motivations. A trial lecture may also be held.

General information

The appointment is made in accordance with State regulations and guidelines at UiT. At our website, you will find more information for applicants.

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment.

After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

More information about moving to Norway and working at UiT: http://uit.no/mobility

​According to the Norwegian Freedom and 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.

In case of discrepancies between the Norwegian and the English version of this description, the Norwegian version takes precedence. 

Om arbeidsgiveren:

UiT The Arctic University of Norway is an internationally leading broad-based university. Our vision is to be a driving force in the North. The Northern Sami term eallju, which means diligence, sets the tone for UiT's drive. Together with students, staff, and society at large, we will utilizeour location in Northern Norway and Sápmi, our academic breadth, and interdisciplinary advantages to shape the future. 

UiT has approximately18,000 students, more than 4,000 employees, and is established across four main campuses and seven additional study locations in Northern Norway and on Svalbard. Our largest campuses are Tromsø, Alta ,Narvik, and Harstad. UiT has seven faculties, 40 departments and centers, and leading research environments in various fields. The university offers 269 study programs and focuses on educational quality.

Academic freedom, scientific principles, and research ethics form the foundation of all UiT'sactivities. Participation, co-determination, transparency, and sound processes will provide the basis for making wise and forward-looking decisions. Our students and staff will have the opportunity to develop their abilities and potential. Rooted in scientific integrity, we aim to be bold, engaged, and generous -closely connected to academia, people, and contemporary developments

See: UiTs strategi mot 2030

This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

About the position

About the strategic area Ocean and coast

NTNU Ocean and Coast is one of five strategic research areas at NTNU. The idea behind these research areas is that complex societal challenges (such as the climate crisis) must be solved collectively. These strategic research areas are therefore established to promote

interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research. The goal is to develop new solutions through radical interdisciplinarity, thereby contributing to real change and a better future.

Inspired by NTNU's strategy ‘Knowledge for a Better World’, the strategic research areas are intended to be a place where ideas meet action—a space for thinking outside the box and developing groundbreaking solutions to problems that truly matter. These research areas cover the full breadth of academic disciplines at NTNU, including artistic research, and all faculties are invited to contribute.

The Ocean and Coast strategic research area focuses on societal challenges related to the open ocean, coastal areas with their fjords and coastal communities, rivers and lakes, the water cycle, and water more generally. The Arctic faces particular challenges that will also be emphasized. Three key concepts define our approach: preserve, develop, and restore.

To address these challenges, NTNU Ocean and Coast has established eleven interdisciplinary research teams with different focus areas. We encourage you to visit our website for more information about these research teams: https://www.ntnu.edu/ocean-coast

The Department of Biological Sciences Ålesund (IBA) at Norwegian University of Science and Technology is opening a PhD position in AI-enabled biological monitoring as part of the ongoing COD-SPAWN project funded by the Ocean and Coast thematic research area of NTNU.

COD-SPAWN aims to develop novel sensor technologies and autonomous monitoring systems for marine environments, with a particular focus on supporting sustainable coastal and fjord ecosystems. The project integrates advanced sensing, robotics, and artificial intelligence to enable continuous, high-resolution monitoring of environmental conditions and biological processes. 

The sensor technology has been successfully validated in laboratory conditions and will be further developed and adapted for marine deployment and in situ analyses. Borgundfjorden, outside Ålesund, will be used as a living laboratory and demonstration site, with particular focus on Atlantic cod spawning dynamics. This project is expected to involve extensive field activities. 

The successful candidate will contribute to the following areas:

• Further development and field implementation of our water sampling and analyses system for:
  • Machine vision-based (AI) plankton and particle imaging
  • Implementation of sample collection for subsequent genetic analyses
• Fieldwork and sampling campaigns to generate data series on coastal cod spawning dynamics, including:
  • Presence and distribution of fish eggs, zooplankton and particles
  • Presence and biological status of spawning fish
  • Water quality parameters

Within the scope of the project, the PhD research can be adapted to the candidate’s interests and background, allowing for specialization in biology/ecology, modelling or machine learning applications.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled candidate with a background in marine biology, fisheries biology, biological oceanography, marine environmental sciences, or related fields.

Candidates with documented experience in the application of AI (object detection) in biological studies are especially encouraged to apply. 

The project is inherently interdisciplinary, and the candidate will collaborate closely with experts in marine biology, environmental monitoring, ocean engineering, robotics, cybernetics and data science.

Your immediate leader will be the Head of Department.

About the project

COD-SPAWN is an ambitious, cross-disciplinary research initiative at NTNU Ålesund that develops and pilots a next-generation autonomous monitoring system for Atlantic cod spawning and pollution dynamics in Borgundfjorden — Norway's second most important cod spawning ground and a nationally prioritized site for sediment remediation.

The project employs and further develops our advanced AI-based system for marine plankton and particle analyses alongside a suite of marine water quality sensors. In addition to the use of more traditional sampling methods from shore and boats, it deploys unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) equipped with image-based particle sensors and AI-driven data analysis pipelines to enable real-time, high-resolution detection of cod eggs, microplastics, and suspended contamination in a fjord that has historically been compromised by pollution.

The project team involves researchers from several departments at NTNU Ålesund, and you will be part of the core team consisting of two PhD researchers, and two Postdoctoral researchers. 

Duties of the position

• Complete the doctoral training program and successfully obtain a PhD degree
• Conduct high-quality research within the framework described above
• Contribute to academic publications and engage in popular science dissemination
• Actively participate in the research group associated with the project
• Engage in international academic activities, including conferences and/or research stays at partner institutions abroad

Required selection criteria

• You must have a Master's degree in MSc in natural sciences, preferably within the fields of either marine biology, fisheries biology, biological oceanography, marine environmental sciences or a closely related fields. Candidates with a background in marine technology or computer science, combined with relevant biological experience, will also be considered.
• Your course of study must correspond to a five-year Norwegian course, where 120 credits have been obtained at master's level. Master's students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented before starting the position, and no later than September 2026. 
• You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and have an average grade from your Master's degree study, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared to NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic foundation. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be considered if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
• You must be able to communicate fluently in English, both in writing and in scientific conversations. 
• Your background and motivation for this position must clearly show your ability to fulfill the tasks outlined in the duties of the position. 

The appointment is to be made in accordance with NTNUs guidelines for recruitment positions for general criteria for the position.

Preferred selection criteria

• Strong interest in learning and utilizing new technologies to investigate marine and biological systems
• General understanding of object recognition, as it will support fast start-up of research activities
• Good knowledge of Norwegian or other Scandinavian language
• Driving license class B (car), ideally BE (car with trailer)
• Boat driving license for Norway
• Experience with work at sea

Personal characteristics

To complete a doctoral degree (PhD), it is important that you can:

• Work independently
• Work in a structured way, set goals and make plans to achieve them
• Present and discuss your research with other professionals
• Get involved and contribute constructively with feedback
• Work constructively under pressure or in the face of adversity
• Show curiosity and strong motivation for the subject
• Analyze data, assess different perspectives and draw well-founded conclusions
• Be flexible and open to adjusting the plan for the project as needed

Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

We offer

• Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
• Opportunities to work in a cross-disciplinary team at the interface of marine biology and advanced technologies
• Access to unique fjord monitoring datasets and the Fjordlab marine research infrastructure
• Collaboration with research institutes, public authorities, and industry partners
• Opportunities to contribute to sustainable management of coastal and marine environments
• As a doctoral student at NTNU, you will have access to employee benefits.

As a PhD Candidate at NTNU, you will have access to employee benefits.

Diversity

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. 

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. 

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

Salary and conditions

In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 550 800,-per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

The employment period is 3 years.

For employment as a PhD Candidate, it is a prerequisite that you gain admission to the PhD programme within three months of your employment contract start date, and that you participate in an organized doctoral programme through out the period of employment.

As an employee at NTNU, it is important that you keep yourself up to date with academic and organizational changes and adapt to them.

For the necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to bein conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed.

About the application

The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. The documents must be in English.

Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no. If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request.

The application must include:

• Transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees
• CV 
• Copy of Master's thesis. If you have recently submitted your Master's thesis, you can attach a draft of the thesis. Documentation of a completed Master's degree must be presented before taking up the position.
• Short letter of motivation (400 words/1 page)
• Publications etc. other relevant research work
• Relevant certificates
• Names and contact information of three relevant referees

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both Bachelor's and Master's education, in addition to other higher education. If your institution uses “diploma supplement” (normal for most European institutions), you must attach this. A description of the documentation required can also be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), please attach this as well.

Joint work will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint work, you must attach a brief description of your participation.

When assessing the best qualified, we emphasize necessary qualifications such as education, experience and personal suitability. Motivation for the position, ambitions, and potential for research will also count when assessing the candidates.

NTNU recognizes a wide range of academic contributions and has committed itself to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and CoARA (responsible assessment of research and recognition of a greater breadth of academic contributions in accordance with NTNU's social mission).

General information

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to be exempt from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the exemption is not granted.

If you think this position looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, you are welcome to apply.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Head of Department Lars Gansel, e-mail: gansel@ntnu.no or Associate Professor Snorre Bakke, e-mail: snorre.bakke@ntnu.no 

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact HR-advisor Ingvild Vartdal, e-mail: ingvild.vartdal@ntnu.no 

Application deadline: 26.07.2026

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For practical information about working at NTNU, please visit this webpage. 
 

Ålesund, known for its unique Art Nouveau architecture and spectacular nature, is a gem on Norway's west coast. The city offers a vibrant cultural life, modern facilities, and a dynamic business environment. With its strategic location by the sea, Ålesund provides a perfect balance between urban living and natural experiences. Here, you will find excellent schools, top-notch healthcare services, and a wide range of recreational activities. Ålesund is an ideal place for both career and family life, with a safe and inclusive community.

Om arbeidsgiveren:

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Department of Biological Sciences Ålesund 

We work with health and sustainable exploitation of marine resources, as well as medical and marine laboratory technology. The Department has close ties with regional business and industry in the health and marine sectors. This applies to research, education and innovation. The Department of Biological Sciences Ålesund is one of seven departments in the Faculty of Natural Sciences.

This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

About the position

The NTNU University Museum is seeking a highly qualified, ambitious, and motivated PhD candidate for a project focusing on the genomics of cryptic coloration in anurans (frogs and toads).

Anurans display a diversity of colors and patterns that enable them to avoid detection by predators through background matching, masquerade (e.g., resembling leaves or bird droppings), or disruptive coloration. In many cryptically colored species, multiple color morphs co-occur within populations, and similar polymorphisms have evolved repeatedly across distantly related taxa. Proposed mechanisms for the maintenance of such polymorphisms include spatial and temporal variation in selection, heterozygote advantage, and pleiotropic effects linking coloration to other fitness-related traits.

The PhD project will generate and analyze genomic and transcriptomic datasets derived from both samples collected in the field (e.g., Ethiopia, Borneo), and tissue collections in natural history museums. Using population and comparative genomics approaches, the candidate will have opportunities to investigate the evolutionary mechanisms underlying (i) the maintenance of cryptic color polymorphisms within species, and/or (ii) the repeated evolution of similar cryptic color traits across lineages. While the project will primarily be computational and lab-based, there will be opportunities to develop complementary field experiments. The focal study system will be defined in collaboration with the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will be employed at the NTNU University Museum’s Department of Natural History. The NTNU University Museum is the natural and cultural history museum of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim. The Department of Natural History conducts research in systematics and taxonomy, evolutionary genomics, as well as in phylogeography, population genetics, and ecology with an emphasis on conservation biology.

Your immediate leader will be the Head of Department.

About the project

The team of supervisors will consist of Ass. Prof. Sandra Goutte (main supervisor), as well as co-supervisor Prof. Michael D. Martin. The candidate will use the NTNU University Museum’s collection, genomics laboratory facilities, and computational resources. 

Duties of the position

The work of the PhD candidate will likely consist of field work abroad (e.g., Ethiopia, Borneo) in remote locations, genomics lab work and bioinformatic analyses. For a position as a PhD candidate, the goal is a completed doctoral education up to an obtained doctoral degree. Publication of project results in peer-reviewed journals are expected. Main duties of the position are:

• Carry out research of excellent quality within the framework described above
• Academic publications and popular science dissemination
• Participate actively in research groups  
• Participate in international activities such as networks and conferences 
• Other career-promoting work 

The successful candidate should expect changes to their work duties after employment.

Required selection criteria

• You must have a Master's degree in in biology or equivalent with specialization in population genetics, population genomics, evolutionary biology, or closely related fields. 
• You must have experience at the Master’s level with analyses of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data to answer evolutionary questions (e.g., phylogenomic and population genomic analyses)
• You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and have an average grade from your Master's degree study, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared to NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic foundation. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be considered if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
• Prior to starting the PhD position, you must have obtained the equivalent of 120 course credits, corresponding to a five-year Norwegian Master's level. Master's students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented before starting the position and no later than 01.09.2026.
• You must meet the requirements for admission to the Doctoral Programme at the Faculty of Natural Sciences 
• You must have very good written and oral English language skills

PLEASE NOTE: For detailed information about what the application must contain, see paragraph “About the application”.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with NTNUs guidelines for recruitment positions for general criteria for the position.

Preferred selection criteria

• Experience with modern statistical techniques using relevant scripting languages (R, python, bash, etc.) 
• Experience with DNA extraction and genomic library preparation
• Experience with field work in harsh climate conditions (e.g., in warm and humid climate)

Personal characteristics

The PhD candidate should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, goal and solution oriented. Good cooperative skills and a desire to work collaboratively with people having diverse research interests are essential.

To complete a doctoral degree (PhD), it is important that you are able to: 

• Work independently
• Work in a structured way, set goals and make plans to achieve them
• Present and discuss your research with other professionals
• Get involved and contribute constructively with feedback
• Work constructively under pressure or in the face of adversity 
• Show curiosity and a strong motivation for the subject
• Analyze data, assess different perspectives and draw well-founded conclusions 
• Be flexible and open to adjusting the plan for the project as needed

Emphasis will be placed on personal and interpersonal qualities.

We offer

• A strong international research environment highly relevant for career development in both basic and applied research and public sector
• Exciting and stimulating tasks
• Scientific and technical support provided by large research groups with long-term experience in bryology, systematics, evolutionary genetics, and ecology
• Career guidance and follow-up during the PhD period - Faculty of Natural Sciences
• Open and inclusive working environment with dedicated colleagues
• An exciting job with an important mission to society
• Working capital that can be used to implement the project
• Mentor programme as a new employee at NTNU
• As a public employee, you have favorable benefits as a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK)  

You will be employed as a PhD Candidate at NTNU and will have access to employee benefits and discounts. 

Diversity

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. 

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. 

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

Salary and conditions

In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 550 800,- per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

The employment period is 3 years for the doctoral work in addition to 9 months of career promotion work, altogether 3 years and 9 months.

For employment as a PhD Candidate, it is a prerequisite that you gain admission to the PhD programme in Biology (PhD programme in Biology - NTNU) within three months of your employment contract start date, and that you participate in an organized doctoral programme throughout the period of employment.

As an employee at NTNU, it is important that you keep yourself up to date with academic and organizational changes and adapt to them.

For the necessary academic and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to be in conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed.

About the application

The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. The documents must be in English. 

Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no. If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request.

The application must include: 

• A letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) stating specifically why you believe you meet the selection criteria
• Transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees
• CV, certified copies of certificates and diplomas
• Copy of Master's thesis. If you have recently submitted your Master's thesis, or are about to submit, you can attach a draft of the thesis. Documentation of a completed Master's degree must be presented before taking up the position.
• Publications or other relevant research work if you have such 
• Names and contact information of two relevant referees

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both Bachelor's and Master's education, in addition to other higher education. If your institution uses “diploma supplement” (normal for most European institutions), you must attach this. A description of the documentation required can also be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), please attach this as well. 

We will take joint work into account. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint work, you must enclose a short description of your participation.

When assessing the best qualified, we emphasize necessary qualifications such as education, experience and personal suitability. Motivation for the position, ambitions and potential for research will also count when assessing the candidates.

NTNU recognizes a wide range of academic contributions and has committed itself to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and CoARA (responsible assessment of research and recognition of a greater breadth of academic contributions in accordance with NTNU's social mission).

General information

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to be exempt from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the exemption is not granted.

If you think this position looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, you are welcome to apply.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor Sandra Goutte - email: sandra.goutte@ntnu.no. 

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact HR Anne Karin Henning - anne.karin.henning@ntnu.no / Kristin Skogen – kristin.skogen@ntnu.com

Application deadline: 30.07.2026

For practical information about working at NTNU, please visit this webpage. 

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the tech capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality. 

Om arbeidsgiveren:

NTNU - knowledge for a better world
The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Department of Natural History
We conduct research in biogeography, biosystematics, evolutionary biology and ecology with a focus on biodiversity. The Department is responsible for developing and maintaining the Museum’s natural history collections, including the botanical garden at Ringve in Trondheim. The Department of Natural History is one of two departments at the NTNU University Museum

This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

About the position

The Department of Geosciences (IGV) at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) has a vacancy for a full-time PhD Candidate in sustainable flotation chemistry and mineral processing. The successful candidate will join an international and interdisciplinary research environment at the Mineral Processing Laboratory at NTNU, working closely with researchers, PhD candidates, and industrial partners focused on sustainable mineral technologies for the future.

The Mining Engineering research group at NTNU provides a dynamic and collaborative working environment with access to advanced laboratory infrastructure and strong links to academia and industry. The position offers excellent opportunities for scientific development, international collaboration, conference participation, and contribution to research supporting the green and circular transition.

Are you motivated to take a step towards a doctorate and open up exciting career opportunities? As a PhD Candidate with us, you will work to achieve your doctorate, and at the same time gain valuable experience that qualifies you for a further career in higher education and research, in and outside academia.

Your immediate leader will be the Head of Department, and the main supervisor will be Professor Pshem Kowalczuk

About the project

Flotation processes still rely heavily on conventional reagents that can be environmentally problematic, particularly in the context of water recirculation, increasing process complexity, and stricter environmental regulations. Although greener alternatives are emerging, their performance, selectivity, and robustness under realistic process conditions remain insufficiently understood.

This project focuses on developing a fundamental understanding of how green flotation reagents interact with mineral surfaces and process environments. The research will investigate adsorption mechanisms and selectivity, the influence of solution chemistry and water composition, and the stability and degradation behavior of environmentally friendly reagents under realistic flotation conditions. The project will also aim to establish relationships between molecular structure and flotation performance.

Experimental work may include flotation testing, electrokinetic measurements, and advanced surface characterization techniques. The successful candidate will work closely with other researchers and industrial stakeholders to contribute to the development of more sustainable flotation strategies for future mineral production and recycling systems.

The successful candidate will become part of the newly established MIN30 initiative at the NTNU Mineral Centre, a strategic research initiative focused on securing the future supply of critical minerals through sustainable and innovative technologies. The centre covers the entire mineral value chain, including exploration and resource characterization, mineral processing and extraction, by-product utilization, recycling, metal production, and environmental aspects associated with sustainable and responsible resource development. The MIN30 initiative will recruit several PhD candidates working on both fundamental studies and industrial applications related to future mineral and mining technologies and -methodologies. The candidate hired in this position will be integrated with other PhD candidates and researchers within the centre.

Duties of the position

The PhD candidate will investigate the fundamental behaviour of green flotation chemicals under realistic mineral processing conditions. Main research tasks include:

• Complete doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate
• Investigation of adsorption mechanisms and selectivity of green flotation reagents on mineral surfaces 
• Study of the influence of solution chemistry, including pH, ionic composition, and water quality, on flotation performance 
• Evaluation of reagent stability, degradation behaviour, and interactions in recirculated water systems 
• Establishing links between molecular structure and flotation performance 
• Experimental flotation testing and electrokinetic characterization 
• Advanced surface characterization using techniques 
• Collaboration with other PhD candidates and industrial partners within the MIN30 initiative 
• Dissemination of research through scientific publications and presentations at international conferences.

Be prepared for changes to your work duties after employment.

Required selection criteria

• You must have a relevant Master's degree in Mineral Processing, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or equivalent. Your course of study must correspond to a five-year Norwegian course, where 120 credits have been obtained at master's level. Master students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented before starting the position and no later than 01.09.2026.
• You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and have an average grade from your Master's degree study, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared to NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic foundation. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be considered if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
• You must meet the requirements for admission to the Faculty of Engineering Doctoral programme: PhD in Engineering (Doctoral Programme) 3 years - Trondheim - NTNU
• A background in separation techniques, particularly flotation 
• Experience or interest in flotation, surface chemistry, or colloid chemistry.
• Experimental laboratory experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team.

PLEASE NOTE: For detailed information about what the application must contain, see paragraph “About the application”.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with NTNUs guidelines for recruitment positions for general criteria for the position.

Preferred selection criteria

• Research Publications: A record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant scientific journals and/or conference presentations.
• Interdisciplinary Experience: Experience working in interdisciplinary research teams.
• Presentation Skills: Demonstrated ability to present research findings effectively at scientific conferences.
• Experience with one or more of the following will be considered advantageous:, surface characterization techniques, electrokinetic measurements, water chemistry analyses.

Personal characteristics

To complete a doctoral degree (PhD), it is important that you are able to: 

• Motivated and proactive attitude towards research challenges, with a passion for advancing scientific knowledge.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Adaptability and openness to learning new methodologies and techniques.
• Commitment to research integrity and ethical conduct in scientific investigations.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a creative and innovative mindset.

Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

We offer

Evaluate and remove/add what is relevant for the position.

• An exciting job with an important mission in society
• Developing tasks in a strong and international professional environment
• Career guidance and follow-up during the PhD period
• Open and inclusive working environment with committed colleagues
• Working capital that can be used to implement the project
• Mentor programme as a new employee at NTNU
• Favorable terms as a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK)
• Free Norwegian language training at a basic level (A2)

As a PhD Candidate at NTNU, you will have access to employee benefits.

Diversity

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. 

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. 

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

At NTNU we want to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions. We have a number of measures to promote equality.

Salary and conditions

In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 550 800,-per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

The employment period is 3 years.

For employment as a PhD Candidate, it is a prerequisite that you gain admission to the PhD programme in Engineering within three months of your employment contract start date, and that you participate in an organized doctoral programme throughout the period of employment.

As an employee at NTNU, it is important that you keep yourself up to date with academic and organizational changes and adapt to them.

For the necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to bein conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed.

About the application

The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. The documents must be in English. 

Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no. If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request.

The application must include:(decide on what must be included - remove what does not fit):

• Transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees
• CV 
• Copy of Master's thesis. If you have recently submitted your Master's thesis, you can attach a draft of the thesis. Documentation of a completed Master's degree must be presented before taking up the position.
• Project outline containing proposals for an overall description of research questions, theoretical perspectives, methodological design for the project and progress plan (maximum 1500 words/4 pages) 
• Short letter of motivation (400 words/1 page)
• Possibly publications etc. other relevant research work
• Possibly certificates
• Names and contact information of three relevant referees

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both Bachelor's and Master's education, in addition to other higher education. If your institution uses “diploma supplement” (normal for most European institutions), you must attach this. A description of the documentation required can also be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), please attach this as well.

Joint work will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint work, you must attach a brief description of your participation.

When assessing the best qualified, we emphasize necessary qualifications such as education, experience and personal suitability. Motivation for the position, ambitions, and potential for research will also count when assessing the candidates.

NTNU recognizes a wide range of academic contributions and has committed itself to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and CoARA (responsible assessment of research and recognition of a greater breadth of academic contributions in accordance with NTNU's social mission).

General information

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to be exempt from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the exemption is not granted.

If you think this position looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, you are welcome to apply.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Pshem Kowalczuk, email: psheim.kowalczuk@ntnu.no.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Eli Meistad, Senior Adviser HR, email: eli.meistad@ntnu.no

Application deadline: 10.07.2026

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For practical information about working at NTNU, please visit this webpage.

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the tech capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality. 

Om arbeidsgiveren:

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Department of Geosciences

We conduct teaching and research related to management of Earth’s geological resources. Norway’s rich resources of wind, water, oil, gas and minerals have been and are essential to the country’s prosperity, and will continue to be in the future. The Department plays a key role in the development of technology and the education of graduates who enable value creation based on our natural resources. The Department of Geosciences is one of eight departments in the Faculty of Engineering.

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) and the Software Engineering units of the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) seek an outstanding candidate to fill a tenure track Fellow (Assistant Professor level) position in the field of Software Engineering. The candidate is expected to start on January 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter. 

The application deadline is September 15, 2026, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST) 

We are looking for a researcher with clear potential for research excellence who thrives in and is inspired by interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to high-quality research in their field while embracing DIAS’s mission of curiosity-driven inquiry and interdisciplinary dialogue. The successful candidate should have a strong and promising research profile, with potential for attracting external research funding, and a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines. The candidate will be attached to both the Department and DIAS and should be prepared to engage in multiple and diverse research environments at SDU. 

Who are we looking for

We seek a researcher with expertise in the field of Software Engineering, who is eager to develop their research career within the DIAS framework. The candidate should aim to bridge Software Engineering with the research areas of Quantum Computing and/or Artificial Intelligence. The ideal candidate should demonstrate: 

• A commitment to engaging in boundary-crossing interdisciplinary research and dialogue.

• A strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to research that bridges multiple fields. 

• Strong interest in driving internationally competitive research activities at the highest level of ambition. 

• Engagement in various forms of research dissemination, including interdisciplinary research and dialogue.

Qualifications

Successful applicants must: 

• Hold a PhD or similar qualifications within relevant fields of software engineering or computer science.

• Exhibit curiosity-driven research excellence, thinking beyond traditional boundaries. 

• Be fluent in English.

• Show potential for attracting external research funding. Experience in applying for external funding and a strong international network, are considered comparative advantages.

• Have research publications that demonstrate their excellence and broad thinking. 

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS)

DIAS at SDU is a hub for interdisciplinary excellence at and beyond the frontier of knowledge, bringing together outstanding researchers from various disciplines to foster groundbreaking interdisciplinary research and bold innovation. DIAS nurtures a collaborative and curiosity-driven environment, encouraging scholars to think outside the box and challenge conventional boundaries. The institute values open-minded exploration and an ambitious yet collegial atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Researchers affiliated with DIAS are expected to contribute actively to DIAS activities, and engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across faculties and departments, both nationally and internationally. 

The Software Engineering units at the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute 
The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute is an internationally recognized institute, which has maintained a leading position in robotics for more than three decades. The department is the 2nd largest department at SDU, with more than 230 staff members and 1500 students. The institute has over the last decades expanded its activities in software engineering including building several strong research centres at the SDU campuses in Odense, Vejle and Sønderborg. Thereby, the institute today covers a wide range of areas in robotics, software, AI, and applied informatics.

Additional information

For further information about being a professor at DIAS, please contact DIAS director Sten Rynning at +45 6550 2193 or via email at director-dias@sdu.dk.

For more questions about the position please contact LEGO® Chair and Professor Mikkel Baun Kjærgaard, mbkj@mmmi.sdu.dk, +45 2197 2447.

Application, salary, and employment terms

The candidate will be attached to the Software Engineering units at the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute in Vejle and Odense (based on final negotiations) and is also expected to participate DIAS activities and interdisciplinary cooperation in Odense regularly.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for tenure track assistant professor as described herein. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial assessment, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”. 

Further information on salary and taxation.

The tenure track programme the Faculty of Engineering is aimed at the most talented scholars who have established a high level in their current research and other professional work, and those who possess exceptional potential to achieve the highest international level within their research area. Candidates enter at the assistant professor level (for up to 6 years) and, upon successful completion, will be promoted to a permanent position associate professor, subject to a positive assessment by an expert committee. Indicators of relevant scholarly merits include documented independent scholarly output, ground-breaking publications, achievement of excellence grants, and international research network.
Teaching obligations will be reduced compared to a standard professorship at SDU, allowing more time for research and leadership activities.

To qualify for the position, you must have obtained a PhD or similar degree by the application deadline. 

 

Application requirements
The application must include the following:

• Letter of motivation that clearly explains the applicant's interest, qualifications, and motivation for the position.

• Detailed CV including documentation of experience, and contacts for possible references. 

• An elaborate research and funding plan (max 4 pages) for the next three years including a description of synergy with the department's activities and the potential to benefit from DIAS’s interdisciplinary environment.

• Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (original and an official English translation).  

• Complete list of publications, indicating which publications are most relevant for the position.

• Up to five of the most relevant research articles – if you submit a monograph, it counts as 3 articles. Please upload a pdf for each publication. For co-authored publications, briefly describe the extent of the co-authorship or your contribution to the publications (please do this for each co-authored publication). You can do so by using this form or by describing the co-authorship in such a way that the committee can assess the extent of your contribution.

• Teaching Portfolio as documentation for teaching and learning experience as well as supervision qualifications. Any format is acceptable, but you can find inspiration for structuring your teaching portfolio on the Faculty's teaching portfolio page.

All application materials must be submitted in English, and only applications written in English will be considered.

We recommend that international applicants take the time to visit websites of Work in Denmark and the International Staff Office at SDU. Here you can find information and facts about moving to, working and living in Denmark.

Submission guidelines

• All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked, allow binding and may not be password protected. 

• Motivated application must be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file). 

Assessment

Shortlisting may be used as part of the assessment process. Read about shortlisting at SDU.

Assessment of applications will be done under the existing Appointment Order for universities. Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. The committee may request additional information, and, if so, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the necessary material. 

When the assessment committee has submitted its report, the applicant will receive the part of the evaluation that concerns them. 

Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation and references may be obtained. 

About SDU
SDU is committed to fostering a diverse staff that reflects society’s diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of personal background.
SDU was founded in 1966 and now has over 27,000 students, nearly 20% of whom are international. SDU employs more than 3,800 staff and offers 115 study programmes across disciplines such as the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, and engineering. While SDU’s main campus is in Odense, it also has campuses in other locations.

 

Equal opportunity employment
The University of Southern Denmark is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected status.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.

How to apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply online" link provided in the job posting.

If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support.
 

The application deadline is September 15, 2026, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST) 

This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

About the position

Are you motivated to take a step towards a doctorate and open up exciting career opportunities? As a PhD Candidate with us, you will work to achieve your doctorate, and at the same time gain valuable experience that qualifies you for a further career in higher education and research, in and outside academia.

We invite applications for a PhD position funded by NTNU and associated with the Norwegian Maritime AI Center (MAI). The position contributes to Use Case 12 (UC12): Arctic Maritime Operations and addresses a key challenge for maritime AI: supporting safe, reliable, and timely operational decisions in ice‑affected waters under high uncertainty.

The PhD will focus on the Marginal Ice Zone (MIZ), where sea ice responds rapidly to wind, waves, and currents, and where existing ice charts and satellite products are often insufficient for short‑term operational planning. The project will develop AI‑enabled and physics‑informed forecasting and decision‑support approaches by combining heterogeneous observations with physics‑based simulation tools, including operationally adapted configurations of the SAMS (Simulation of Arctic Marine Systems) framework.

Your immediate leader will be a professor.

About the project

The Marginal Ice Zone represents one of the most complex and operationally challenging environments in Arctic maritime operations. In the MIZ, wave–ice interaction, ice breakup, and subsequent compaction can rapidly alter navigability. Storm events may lead to fast shifts in the ice edge and sudden extension of the MIZ, requiring timely decisions under significant uncertainty.

While satellite observations and ice charts are essential sources of information, their temporal resolution and predictive capability are often insufficient in the MIZ. This motivates the development of short‑term forecasting and scenario‑based tools that explicitly account for fast ice dynamics and uncertainty relevant for operational planning.

The PhD addresses Arctic ice navigation as a system‑level challenge, integrating heterogeneous information from onboard sensors such as marine radar and cameras, satellite Earth‑observation products, ice charts, and metocean forecasts. The objective is to produce coherent, continuously updated representations of ice conditions that support short‑term forecasting, nowcasting, and scenario exploration for route planning and operational decision‑making.

Physics‑based simulation plays a central role in this research project by enabling propagation of ice conditions in time and exploration of physically plausible scenarios when observations are sparse or delayed. In this project, the SAMS framework will be used in an operationally oriented configuration, focusing on computationally efficient simulation of MIZ processes such as wave‑induced ice breakup and ice‑edge evolution.

These simulations will both directly inform forecasting and be used to support AI model training, validation, and interpretability, providing a physically grounded backbone for hybrid AI–physics decision‑support concepts.

AI methods will be applied to fuse heterogeneous data sources, learn fast surrogate representations of physics‑based simulations, and quantify uncertainty relevant for operational decisions. The project leverages MAI foundations for AI‑ready data, hybrid modelling, and trusted AI, while tailoring these capabilities to Arctic MIZ conditions.

The research will be guided by operationally relevant questions, such as how storms and wave forcing affect short‑term MIZ evolution; under what conditions wave–ice interaction leads to rapid ice breakup or MIZ extension; and how hybrid AI–physics approaches can support dynamic route planning with quantified uncertainty. Emphasis will be placed on time horizons from minutes to days, which are most relevant for maritime operations.

Expected outcomes include hybrid AI–physics workflows for MIZ forecasting, AI‑ready datasets derived from observations and simulations, prototype forecasting and scenario‑evaluation components, and contributions to decision‑support concepts compatible with S‑100‑based maritime information products. The work will result in scientific publications and demonstrators aligned with MAI objectives.

The PhD will be conducted in close collaboration between NTNU and the Norwegian Meteorological Institute (MET), with active involvement of interested MAI’s user partners such as Equinor and the Norwegian Coastal Administration (NCA). This ensures close alignment between research outcomes, operational needs, and regulatory frameworks.

We seek a motivated candidate with a background in engineering, ocean technology, computer science, data science, geophysics, or related discipline, and with a strong interest in AI, modelling, and Arctic maritime operations. Experience with numerical modelling, geospatial data, or machine learning is an advantage. An interest in system‑level thinking and integration of models, data, and AI methods is particularly valued.

The appointment will be carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act and applicable export control regulations governing the transfer of knowledge, technology, and services. Candidates whose background is assessed to be in conflict with these regulations cannot be employed.

Duties of the position

• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate
• Carry out research of good quality within the framework described above, including development of models, datasets, and prototype solutions
• Academic publications and popular science dissemination
• Contribute to research group activities in the group Marine Civil Engineering
• Teaching and/or other career-enhancing work (typically corresponding to 25% of the position), to be agreed in more detail with the department
• Participate in international activities such as conferences and/or research stays at foreign educational institutions

Be prepared for changes to your work duties after employment.

Required selection criteria

• You must have a relevant Master's degree in engineering, ocean technology, computer science, data science, geophysics or equivalent. Your education must correspond to a five-year Norwegian course, where 120 credits have been obtained at master's level. Master students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented before starting the position.
• You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and have an average grade from your Master's degree study, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared to NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic foundation. If you have a weaker grade background, you maybe considered if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
• You must meet the requirements for admission to the faculty's Doctoral Programme 
• Good oral and written presentation skills in English

PLEASE NOTE: For detailed information about what the application must contain, see paragraph “About the application”.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with NTNUs guidelines for recruitment positions for general criteria for the position.

Preferred selection criteria

• Strong interest in AI, modelling, and Arctic maritime operations. 
• Experience with numerical modelling, geospatial data, or machine learning. 
• An interest in system‑level thinking and integration of models, data, and AI methods.
• Experience with high-performance computing
• Interest in interdisciplinary research 
• Good oral and written presentation skills in Norwegian 

Personal characteristics

To complete a doctoral degree (PhD), it is important that you are able to: 

• Strong motivation for research
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Show curiosity and strong motivation for the subject
• Present and discuss your research with other professionals
• Get involved and contribute constructively with feedback
• Demonstrate strong communication skills

Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

We offer

Evaluate and remove/add what is relevant for the position.

• An exciting job with an important mission in society
• Developing tasks in a strong and international professional environment
• Career guidance and follow-up during the PhD period
• Open and inclusive working environment with committed colleagues
• Working capital that can be used to implement the project
• Mentor programme as a new employee at NTNU
• Favorable terms as a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK)
• Free Norwegian language training at a basic level (A2)

As a PhD Candidate at NTNU, you will have access to employee benefits.

Diversity

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. 

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. 

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

At NTNU we want to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions. We have a number of measures to promote equality. 

Salary and conditions

In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 550 800,-per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

The employment period is 3 years for the doctoral work in addition to 1 year of career promotion work. (A minimum of three work years of the total term period must be dedicated to doctoral work.)

For employment as a PhD Candidate, it is a prerequisite that you gain admission to the PhD programme in Civil and Environmental Engineering within three months of your employment contract start date, and that you participate in an organized doctoral programme through out the period of employment.

As an employee at NTNU, it is important that you keep yourself up to date with academic and organizational changes and adapt to them.

For the necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to bein conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed.

About the application

The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. The documents must be in Norwegian/a Scandinavian language or English. 

Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no. If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request.

The application must include:

• Transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees
• CV 
• Copy of Master's thesis. If you have recently submitted your Master's thesis, you can attach a draft of the thesis. Documentation of a completed Master's degree must be presented before taking up the position.
• Project outline containing proposals for an overall description of research questions, theoretical perspectives, methodological design for the project and progress plan (maximum 1500 words/4 pages) 
• Short letter of motivation (400 words/1 page)
• Possibly publications etc. other relevant research work
• Possibly certificates
• Names and contact information of three relevant referees

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both Bachelor's and Master's education, in addition to other higher education. If your institution uses “diploma supplement” (normal for most European institutions), you must attach this. A description of the documentation required can also be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), please attach this as well.

Joint work will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint work, you must attach a brief description of your participation.

When assessing the best qualified, we emphasize necessary qualifications such as education, experience and personal suitability. Motivation for the position, ambitions, and potential for research will also count when assessing the candidates.

NTNU recognizes a wide range of academic contributions and has committed itself to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and CoARA (responsible assessment of research and recognition of a greater breadth of academic contributions in accordance with NTNU's social mission).

General information

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to be exempt from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the exemption is not granted.

If you think this position looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, you are welcome to apply.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Raed Lubbad, telephone +47 73 59 45 83, e-mail: raed.lubbad@ntnu.no.  

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact HR Consultant Oda Aune, e-mail: oda.aune@ntnu.no. 

Application deadline: 23.28.2026

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For practical information about working at NTNU, please visit this webpage. 
 

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the tech capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality. 

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NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

We conduct research and teaching in civil and transportation engineering, technical planning, structural engineering, water and wastewater engineering and hydraulic engineering. Graduates from our programmes become employees – in both the public and private sectors – with a sustainability mindset combined with competitive knowledge and skills. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is one of eight departments in the Faculty of Engineering.

This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus on professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 44,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

Om stillingen

The Trondheim Academy of Fine Art at NTNU is excited to announce an opportunity for a 100% permanent position as Professor or Associate Professor with a focus on Speculative Materials. We are seeking applications from dedicated and qualified candidates who can help us develop and define the notion of speculative materials and push the academic boundaries through exploring materials as frameworks for societal re-imagination and transformation. An emerging field of artistic research, speculative materials investigate the notion of materials as active agents in shaping cultural, technological, and ecological futures. At the Trondheim Academy of Fine Art, we are dedicated to shaping the roles and impact of artists in society. The successful candidate will thrive in an environment characterized by high ambitions, access to relevant networks and facilities, and a strong international reputation in artistic research.

The Trondheim Academy of Fine Art is a department within the Faculty for Architecture and Design at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). With a dynamic and experimental approach to education and research, our department comprises 30 staff members including 15 PhD candidates, and approximately 80 students across bachelor and master programs. 

Your immediate leader is Head of Department.

Duties of the position

The primary responsibilities include teaching, conducting artistic research, and fostering artistic development, collaboration, and new initiatives within the realm of speculative materials. The ideal candidate will be committed to exploring the potential of art and culture to drive societal transformation, working with academic colleagues both within and outside the department, as well as international public and private sector actors. They will contribute to advancing and articulating our department’s study programs, with a specific focus on developing speculative materials perspectives in education, while engaging in collaborative artistic research projects in the department and across various academic domains.

Candidates must be dedicated to exploring the potential of an art academy embedded within a University for Science and Technology. They should show enthusiasm for relocating their professional activities to the art academy in Trondheim, Norway, enabling them to share their artistic research and production processes and outcomes with the University, its local contexts, and broader national and international networks.

Responsibilities include tutoring and teaching courses in the existing Bachelor and International Master programs in Fine Art, as well as the new educational initiatives in speculative materials. Additionally, the candidate will supervise fellows in a PhD program in artistic research.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to develop and carry out advanced and collaborative artistic research projects, including collaborations with other academic contexts across the arts, science, and society.  

Required qualifications 

You must have the qualifications required for the position of associate professor or professor in the field of Speculative Materials, as outlined in § 3-6 of the regulations concerning appointment and promotion to teaching and research posts 

1. a doctoral degree in a relevant field, or competence at an equivalent level documented either by artistic work or scientific work of the same scope and quality
2. educational competence as per § 3-8,
   • formal training, quality development in own teaching, guidance, and significant contribution to the development of educational quality, is required as a minimum.
   • pedagogical or didactic competence to promote learning, including knowledge and skills in the development and implementation of teaching and guidance at university and college level.
3. Norwegian language skills at level B2

For professor position, you must also document:

1. significant contributions to research or artistic development work at the highest level, in accordance with international or national standards within the field.

Additional requirements for professor must be documented:

• quality development in own teaching and supervision over time and a high degree of reflection on own practice
• broad experience with supervision, preferably at master's/PhD level
• initiate, lead and/or participate in the development of educational quality in the academic communities
• competence in knowledge in use (innovation, dissemination and interaction with society) and/or
• academic leadership and elected posts/appointed roles.

For both positions: 

You must document relevant basic competence in teaching and supervision at a university/higher education-level, as referenced in the NTNUs guidelines for academic positions. If this cannot be documented, you will be required to complete an approved course in university pedagogy within two years of commencement. NTNU offers qualifying courses.

New employees who do not speak a Scandinavian language by appointment is required, within three years, to demonstrate skills in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language equivalent to level B2 of the course for Norwegian for speakers of other languages at the Department of Language and Literature at NTNU. 

Preferred qualifications

• experience and advanced understanding of artistic research processes
• knowledge and critical understanding of the potential and opportunities for creative processes and (speculative) materials 
• knowledge of relevant frameworks and networks in the creative and cultural sector and industries (e.g.)
• well-grounded, up-to-date competence and outstanding artistic practice, including a strong record of exhibition activities in contemporary art venues in internationally relevant arenas
• the ability and willingness to explore the potentials of collaboration across art and society 
• documented involvement in internationally funded cross-disciplinary research projects
• understanding of the contemporary art world, its current dynamics, and future perspectives
• hands-on experience in leadership and/or management
• relevant capacities for contributing to strategic development on the levels of the Department, the Faculty, and the University 

The position will be expected to delivery teaching of high quality both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including supervision of Master’s and Doctoral candidates. In addition to a clear vision of the role of contemporary art in rapidly changing societies, successful applicants will outline a teaching philosophy that elaborates on traditions of studio-based (or possibly conservatory-based) arts educations, while addressing future challenges by linking it to artistic research practices that advance in terms both methodologies and substance. Special care should be taken to demonstrate and articulate experience with innovative teaching methods, including how these can be implemented collaborating with partners in and outside the academic context.

Applicants who lack formal qualifications in educational competence, or cannot document equivalent qualifications, will need to complete an approved pedagogical development programme within two years of appointment.

A solid command of both written and spoken English is a prerequisite. It is also a prerequisite that within three years of appointment, new employees who do not speak a Scandinavian language demonstrate skills in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language equivalent to level three in the course for Norwegian for speakers of other languages at the Department of Language and Literature at NTNU. 

Additionally, please consult the  Regulations concerning appointment and promotion to teaching and research posts for general criteria for the position. NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA.

Personal qualities

We are looking for candidates with strong teamwork skills, including the ability to work efficiently under varying workloads and deadlines. Being collegial, reliable, actively present, and committed to NTNU’s vision, values, social mission, key challenges, and main objectives is important for this position.

Emphasis will be placed on personal and interpersonal qualities.

We offer 

• exciting and challenging tasks in a strong international academic environment 
• an open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues 
• favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund 
• employee benefits 

Application Process

You can find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

Salary and conditions

As an Associate Professor (code 1011) you are normally paid from gross NOK 750 000 – 950 000 NOK per annum before tax, depending on qualifications and seniority. As Professor (code 1013) you are normally paid from gross NOK 900 000 – 1 200 000 NOK per annum before tax, depending on qualifications and seniority. As required by law, 2% of this salary will be deducted and paid into the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

The engagement is to be made in accordance withthe regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU.  

After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

For the necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

About the application

Your application and supporting documentation must be in English. 

The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. 

Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no. If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request.

If, for any reason, you have taken a career break or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account, recognizing that the quantity of your research may be reduced as a result.

Your application must include:

• CV, diplomas, and certificates
• A teaching portfolio, in which your teaching competence is compiled and presented systematically,   (See guidelines for applicants: Documentation of educational competence
• Academic works – published or unpublished – that you wish to be considered during assessment of your application (up to 10 items)
• A description of the scientific/artistic works you consider most relevant, which you particularly wish to be factored into the assessment
• A complete publication list
• A research plan
• Details of projects for which you have served as project manager, including information on financing, duration, and scope
• Names and contact information for three relevant referees

It is important that you both document and reflect on your competence. You are encouraged to use the NTNUs competence matrix as a guide for  documentation of your competence.

Joint work will also be considered. If it is difficult to identify your specific input to a joint project, you must include evidence of your contributions.

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal and interpersonal qualities. Motivation, ambitions, and potential will also count in the assessment of the candidates. Our assessment of the pedagogical skills will be based on documented pedagogical material, forms of presentation in your academic works, teaching experience, PhD, and Masters supervision, and any other relevant pedagogical background. Both quality and scope will be taken into consideration, and an open scientific practice will be recognized.

NTNU is obliged by the evaluation criteria for research quality in accordance with The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment – DORA and the obligations in the Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment ( CoARA) on responsible assessment of research and recognition of a wider range of academic contributions to science and society. This means that we will pay particular attention to the quality and academic range demonstrated by your scientific work to date. We will also pay attention to research leadership and participation in research projects. Your scientific work from the last five years will be given the most weight.

Your application will be considered by an expert committee. Candidates of interest will be invited to an interview, and to deliver a trial teaching session.

General information

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse, and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals.

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education.  

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability, and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

At NTNU we want to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions. We have a number of measures to promote equality.

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The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the innovation capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality.

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As an employee at NTNU, you must continually maintainand improve your professional development and be flexible regardingany organizational changes.

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you want to reserve yourself from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the reservation is not accepted.

For the sake of transparency, candidates will be given expert evaluations of their own and other candidates. As an applicant you are considered part of the process and are stipulated by rules of confidentiality. 

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Head of Department Jacob Jessen at jacob.jessen@ntnu.no or phone +47 920 97 913. 

If you have questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Adviser Natalia Swahn at natalia.swahn@ntnu.no.

Application deadline: 17.08.2026

Om arbeidsgiveren:

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Trondheim Academy of Fine Art

The Trondheim Academy of Fine Art (KiT) is known for its open and experimental approach, both in its disciplines and in its educational practice. As academy of fine art that is attached to the Norways larges university, we have exceptional resources and opportunities for cooperation with disciplines in technology, architecture and the humanities. We also have close ties with international art environments and a conscious commitment to the development of contemporary art. The Trondheim Academy of Fine Art is one of four departments in the Faculty of Architecture and Design.

This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

About the position

The Department of Geosciences (IGV) has a vacancy for a full-time 100% position as a PhD candidate within the field of Mining Engineering. The prospective candidate will be part of the Mining Engineering research group at IGV but will also collaborate with other NTNU departments and societal stakeholders.

Are you motivated to take a step towards a doctorate and open up exciting career opportunities? As a PhD Candidate with us, you will work to achieve your doctorate, and at the same time gain valuable experience that qualifies you for a further career in higher education and research, in and outside academia.

Your immediate leader will be the Head of Department and the main supervisor of the project will be Professor Hakan Basarir.

About the project

The project focuses on developing an advanced, AI-integrated methodology for adaptive underground stope dimensioning to address the limitations of traditional empirical approaches. While underground stope design is critical for safe and efficient ore extraction, it is often constrained by sparse geotechnical data. Conventional interpolation techniques frequently struggle with site-specific conditions such as structural anisotropy and in-situ stress variations leading to either overly conservative designs or unplanned dilution.

To overcome these challenges, this project will embed user-defined conditions and structural constraints directly into machine learning routines to achieve high-resolution 3D interpolation of rock mass properties. These synthesized geotechnical fields will feed into an automated stope design workflow, producing variable-length, locally adaptive geometries that optimize the balance between stability, recovery, and dilution control.

Through collaboration with national and international stakeholders, the project aims to establish a validated, data-driven design framework. Key outcomes will include an open-source Python toolkit, measurable improvements in stope performance, and practitioner guidelines for next-generation underground mine planning.

The successful candidate will become part of the newly established MIN30 initiative at the NTNU Mineral Centre, a strategic research initiative focused on securing the future supply of critical minerals through sustainable and innovative technologies. The centre covers the entire mineral value chain, including exploration and resource characterization, mineral processing and extraction, by-product utilization, recycling, metal production, and environmental aspects associated with sustainable and responsible resource development. The MIN30 initiative will recruit several PhD candidates working on both fundamental studies and industrial applications related to future mineral and mining technologies and methodologies. The candidate hired in this position will be integrated with other PhD candidates and researchers within the centre.

Duties of the position

• Conduct rock engineering and geological assessments to identify key parameters influencing stope stability and dimensioning.
• Evaluate traditional empirical design methods and quantify their limitations in heterogeneous or structurally complex rock masses.
• Collect, preprocess, and synthesize geotechnical data from diverse sources, including underground mining case studies, drill logs, structural mapping, and cavity monitoring (CMS) records.
• Develop and train user-informed machine learning models that incorporate geological/geotechnical priors to interpolate 3D rock mass properties between sparse data points.
• Architect and implement a new stope optimization algorithm that interface with interpolated geotechnical fields to generate adaptive, variable-length stope geometries.
• Calibrate and validate the developed models using real-world mine data
• Develop, document, and maintain an open-source Python toolkit for adaptive stope dimensioning and geospatial interpolation.
• Engage with industry partners, academic research groups to ensure practical relevance and facilitate technology transfer.
• Prepare technical reports, design guidelines, and high-impact peer-reviewed publications.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences, workshops, and industry stakeholder meetings.
• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate
• Carry out research of good quality within the framework described above

Be prepared for changes to your work duties after employment.

Required selection criteria

• You must have an academically relevant background within Mining engineering, Engineering geology, Rock mechanics or rock engineer, Geotechnical engineering, Computational engineering or applied mathematics, Data science or Artificial intelligence. 
• You must have a Master's degree in above listed areas or equivalent. Your course of study must correspond to a five-year Norwegian course, where 120 credits have been obtained at master's level. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary research environments.
• You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and have an average grade from your Master's degree study, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared to NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic foundation. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be considered if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
• Experience with programming (ideally Python) and a foundational understanding of geostatistics or numerical modeling is considered a strong advantage.
• Good oral and written presentation skills in English. 
• You must meet the requirements for admission to the Faculty of Engineering Doctoral programme: PhD in Engineering (Doctoral Programme) 3 years - Trondheim - NTNU

PLEASE NOTE: For detailed information about what the application must contain, see paragraph “About the application”.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with NTNUs guidelines for recruitment positions for general criteria for the position.

Preferred selection criteria

• Experience with numerical modelling software (e.g., FLAC3D, 3DEC, RS2/RS3, PLAXIS) and empirical underground excavation design methods.
• Understanding of geospatial variability in geological or rock mass properties, including spatial correlation, anisotropy, and heterogeneity.
• Familiarity with machine learning/AI techniques applied to geospatial or geotechnical data, including model training, validation, and uncertainty quantification. 
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, with experience in scientific computing and ML libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, PyTorch/TensorFlow, scikit-learn).
• Experience with spatial data analysis, interpolation techniques, or geostatistical concepts variography, kriging, conditional simulation) is advantageous. 
• Experience handling geological, geotechnical, or mining datasets, including drill hole data, structural mapping.
• Familiarity with GIS platforms, 3D modelling software, or digital tools for spatial data visualization and analysis.
• Experience in writing technical reports, academic papers, or presenting research findings to academic and industry audiences.
• Familiarity with a Scandinavian language will be seen as an advantage.

Personal characteristics

To complete a doctoral degree (PhD), it is important that you are able to: 

• Intellectual curiosity and initiative: Ability to work independently on open-ended research questions, proactively explore novel intersections of rock mechanics, spatial data science, and machine learning, and propose creative solutions to data-scarce geotechnical challenges.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration: Enjoys working in multidisciplinary teams and engaging constructively with stakeholders from academia, industry, and government. Comfortable translating technical concepts across domains (geology & engineering & data science).
• Problem-driven innovation: Creativity oriented toward practical engineering outcomes developing tools and workflows that improve safety, efficiency, or sustainability in underground operations, not just algorithmic novelty.
• Resilience in ambiguity: Comfort working with incomplete, heterogeneous, or noisy datasets; ability to make defensible engineering judgments when data is sparse and uncertainty is high.
• Ethical and open-science orientation: Commitment to reproducible research, responsible data use, and contributing to open-source tools that benefit the broader mining and geotechnical community.

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience, personal suitability, and motivation in terms of the qualification requirements specified in the advertisement. We look for candidates who have experience bridging traditional engineering methods with data-driven approaches, are excited by the challenge of making reliable predictions from sparse, heterogeneous data, value both scientific publication and practical tool development, seek to contribute to safer, more sustainable underground resource extraction.

We offer

• An exciting job with an important mission in society
• Developing tasks in a strong and international professional environment
• Career guidance and follow-up during the PhD period
• Open and inclusive working environment with committed colleagues
• Working capital that can be used to implement the project
• Mentor programme as a new employee at NTNU
• Favorable terms as a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK)  
• Free Norwegian language training at a basic level (A2)

As a PhD Candidate at NTNU, you will have access to employee benefits.

Diversity

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. 

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. 

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

At NTNU we want to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions. We have a number of measures to promote equality.

Salary and conditions

In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 550 800,-per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

The employment period is 3 years.

For employment as a PhD Candidate, it is a prerequisite that you gain admission to the PhD programme in Engineering within three months of your employment contract start date, and that you participate in an organized doctoral programme through out the period of employment.

As an employee at NTNU, it is important that you keep yourself up to date with academic and organizational changes and adapt to them.

For the necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to bein conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed.

About the application

The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. The documents must be in Norwegian/a Scandinavian language or English. 

Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no. If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request.

The application must include:

• Transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees
• CV 
• Copy of Master's thesis. If you have recently submitted your Master's thesis, you can attach a draft of the thesis. Documentation of a completed Master's degree must be presented before taking up the position.
• Project outline containing proposals for an overall description of research questions, theoretical perspectives, methodological design for the project and progress plan (maximum 1500 words/4 pages) 
• Short letter of motivation (400 words/1 page)
• Possibly publications etc. other relevant research work
• Possibly certificates
• Names and contact information of three relevant referees

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both Bachelor's and Master's education, in addition to other higher education. If your institution uses “diploma supplement” (normal for most European institutions), you must attach this. A description of the documentation required can also be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), please attach this as well.

Joint work will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint work, you must attach a brief description of your participation.

When assessing the best qualified, we emphasize necessary qualifications such as education, experience and personal suitability. Motivation for the position, ambitions, and potential for research will also count when assessing the candidates.

NTNU recognizes a wide range of academic contributions and has committed itself to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and CoARA (responsible assessment of research and recognition of a greater breadth of academic contributions in accordance with NTNU's social mission).

General information

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to be exempt from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the exemption is not granted.

If you think this position looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, you are welcome to apply.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Hakan Basarir, email: hakan.basarir@ntnu.no. 

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Eli Meistad, Senior Adviser HR, email: eli.meistad@ntnu.no.

Application deadline: 10.07.2026

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For practical information about working at NTNU, please visit this webpage. 

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the tech capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality. 

Om arbeidsgiveren:

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Department of Geosciences

We conduct teaching and research related to management of Earth’s geological resources. Norway’s rich resources of wind, water, oil, gas and minerals have been and are essential to the country’s prosperity, and will continue to be in the future. The Department plays a key role in the development of technology and the education of graduates who enable value creation based on our natural resources. The Department of Geosciences is one of eight departments in the Faculty of Engineering.

This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

About the position

The Department of Geosciences (IGV) at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) has a vacancy for a full-time PhD Candidate in Methodology Development for Utilisation of Mining Waste (waste rock and tailings) - IV-28/26. The successful candidate will join an international and interdisciplinary research environment within the Mining Engineering Research Group at NTNU, working closely with researchers, PhD candidates, and industrial partners focused on sustainable mineral technologies for the future.

The Mining Engineering Research Group at NTNU provides a dynamic and collaborative working environment with access to advanced laboratory infrastructure and strong links to academia and industry. The position offers excellent opportunities for scientific development, international collaboration, conference participation, and contribution to research supporting the green and circular transition.

Are you motivated to take a step towards a doctorate and open up exciting career opportunities? As a PhD Candidate with us, you will work to achieve your doctorate, and at the same time gain valuable experience that qualifies you for a further career in higher education and research, in and outside academia.

Your immediate leader will be the Head of Department, and the main supervisor will be Associate Professor Maria Thornhill.

About the project

The PhD project will address the challenges of using, reusing or recycling mining waste (waste rock and tailings) from the Norwegian mining industry. This represents one of the industry’s main challenges. It is necessary to work towards better solutions to maximise the utilisation of the resources and minimise the negative environmental impact. 

Developing mining waste into products is complicated by diffuse and partially counterproductive technical, legal and economic factors. Hence, it is important to map the relevant framework (the sum of the contributing factors) and identify the critical framework conditions by performing a systematic conceptual study. 

First, the project aims to identify and analyse the challenges that may prevent utilisation or lead to sub-optimal use. Secondly, it will take a critical look at the information needs and the availability of the information needed to develop different product categories or allow specific uses. Thirdly, the project proposes the use of cost-benefit analysis to identify, evaluate and propose facilitating measures. The latter may include information and communication measures, legal or political measures or technological solutions for specific resources. 

The project will ultimately result in a set of guidelines, protocols or screening tests for developing uses for mining waste based on its characteristics.  This would allow mining companies to explore their possibilities in a more cost efficient manner, hopefully increasing utilisation of the mineral resource.

The project will interact with the Norwegian mining industry to exchange knowledge and information and to develop the specific project activities. 

The successful candidate will become part of the newly established MIN30 initiative at the NTNU Mineral Centre, a strategic research initiative focused on securing the future supply of critical minerals through sustainable and innovative technologies. The centre covers the entire mineral value chain, including exploration and resource characterisation, mineral processing and extraction, by-product utilisation, recycling, metal production, and environmental aspects associated with sustainable and responsible resource development. The MIN30 initiative will recruit several PhD candidates working on both fundamental studies and industrial applications related to future mineral and mining technologies and -methodologies. The candidate hired in this position will be integrated with other PhD candidates and researchers within the centre.

Duties of the position

The PhD candidate will investigate the framework for utilising mining waste. Main research tasks include:

• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate.
• Take responsibility for the progress of the research project and for developing an industrial network.
• Carry out research of good quality within the framework described above.
• Participate in the Mining Engineering Research Group.  
• Participate in international activities such as conferences and/or research stays at external institutions.
• Collaboration with other PhD candidates and industrial partners within the MIN30 initiative 
• Dissemination of research through scientific publications and presentations at national and international conferences.

Be prepared for changes to your work duties after employment.

Required selection criteria

• You must have a relevant Master's degree in Mining or mineral processing, materials science or chemistry, industrial ecology, or a relevant degree in geology or geoscience. Your course of study must correspond to a five-year Norwegian course, where 120 credits have been obtained at master's level. Master students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented before starting the position and no later than 01.09.2026. 
• You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and have an average grade from your Master's degree study, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared to NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic foundation. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be considered if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
• You must meet the requirements for admission to the Faculty of Engineering Doctoral programme: PhD in Engineering (Doctoral Programme) 3 years - Trondheim - NTNU
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
• Good social skills and networking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team.

PLEASE NOTE: For detailed information about what the application must contain, see paragraph “About the application”.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with NTNUs guidelines for recruitment positions for general criteria for the position.

Preferred selection criteria

• Research Publications: A record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant scientific journals and/or conference presentations.
• Experience of working with industry.
• Interdisciplinary experience.
• Presentation Skills: Demonstrated ability to present research findings effectively at scientific conferences.
• Familiarity with mining industry and especially the Norwegian mining industry will be seen as an advantage.
• Familiarity with a Scandinavian language will be seen as an advantage.

Personal characteristics

To complete a doctoral degree (PhD), it is important that you are able to: 

• Motivation and a proactive attitude towards research challenges, with a passion for problem solving and advancing scientific knowledge.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to research integrity and ethical conduct in scientific investigations.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a creative and innovative mindset.

Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

We offer

• An exciting job with an important mission in society
• Developing tasks in a strong and international professional environment
• Career guidance and follow-up during the PhD period
• Open and inclusive working environment with committed colleagues
• Working capital that can be used to implement the project
• Mentor programme as a new employee at NTNU
• Favorable terms as a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK)
• Free Norwegian language training at a basic level (A2)

As a PhD Candidate at NTNU, you will have access to employee benefits.

Diversity

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. 

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. 

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

At NTNU we want to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions. We have a number of measures to promote equality.

Salary and conditions

In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 550 800,-per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

The employment period is 3 years.

For employment as a PhD Candidate, it is a prerequisite that you gain admission to the PhD programme in Engineering within three months of your employment contract start date, and that you participate in an organised doctoral programme throughout the period of employment.

As an employee at NTNU, it is important that you keep yourself up to date with academic and organisational changes and adapt to them.

For the necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to bein conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed.

About the application

The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. The documents must be in English. 

Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no. If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request.

The application must include:

• Transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees
• Curriculum vitae (CV) 
• Copy of Master's thesis. If you have recently submitted your Master's thesis, you can attach a draft of the thesis. Documentation of a completed Master's degree must be presented before taking up the position.
• A note containing your own proposals and ideas for both research questions and methodology (maximum 1200 words/3 pages). 
• Short letter of motivation (400 words/1 page)
• List of relevant publications etc., other relevant research work.
• Any relevant certificates.
• Names and contact information of three relevant referees.

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both Bachelor's and Master's education, in addition to other higher education. If your institution uses “diploma supplement” (normal for most European institutions), you must attach this. A description of the documentation required can also be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), please attach this as well.

Joint work will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint work, you must attach a brief description of your participation.

When assessing the best qualified, we emphasize necessary qualifications such as education, experience and personal suitability. Motivation for the position, ambitions, and potential for research will also count when assessing the candidates.

NTNU recognizes a wide range of academic contributions and has committed itself to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and CoARA (responsible assessment of research and recognition of a greater breadth of academic contributions in accordance with NTNU's social mission).

General information

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to be exempt from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the exemption is not granted.

If you think this position looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, you are welcome to apply.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor Maria Thornhill, email: maria.thornhill@ntnu.no .

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Eli Meistad, Senior Adviser HR, email: eli.meistad@ntnu.no .

Application deadline: 10.07.2026

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