Doctoral researcher on knowledge and reconciliation in the Norwegian South Saami area

The Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) invites applications for a three-year, full-time position as Doctoral Researcher. The position provides the opportunity to work in a leading international research institution with high academic standards and an interdisciplinary environment. This position is financed through a grant from the Research Council of Norway to PRIO for the project “Knowledge for reconciliation: Truth and contestation in the aftermath of the Norwegian truth and reconciliation commission (RECON)”, led by Research Professor Inger Skjelsbæk.

Working within the social sciences, such as psychology, pedagogy, sociology, or a related discipline, the Doctoral Researcher to be employed in this project is expected to conduct doctoral research relevant to the project's objectives. The candidate is expected to conduct qualitative fieldwork (in-depth interviews and/or focus group discussions) in the Norwegian part of the South Saami area during the first year. Apart from this requirement, the Doctoral Researcher is expected to conduct their work independently, while remaining in close dialogue with the project team. The work should result in an article-based PhD dissertation in English.

Furthermore, the candidate should be committed to PRIO’s broader mission of conducting high-quality academic research on issues relevant to fostering a more peaceful world.

For more information about PRIO’s ongoing research, please check out PRIO’s website.

Founded in 1959, the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) is an independent research institution known for its effective synergy of basic and policy-relevant research. In addition to such research, PRIO conducts graduate training and is engaged in the promotion of peace through conflict resolution, dialogue and reconciliation, public information and policymaking activities. The Institute’s working language is English.

PRIO has an international staff of approximately 75 (counted in person-years), of which more than 50 are researchers, including doctoral candidates. The institute maintains an administrative/support staff of 15. Within the Norwegian setting, PRIO staff stand out for their high levels of professionalism and their academic productivity. The Institute’s governing board consists of five external appointees and two staff members. PRIO is an equal opportunities employer and values staff diversity.