Postdoctoral fellowship in Innovation and Sustainability Transitions

Job description

We offer a 3 year fulltime postdoctoral position in the field of innovation and sustainability transitions.

The position is funded by the INTRANSIT-center and will perform research that addresses the relationship between industry dynamics and sustainability transitions, and how innovation policies may influence sustainable industry development. INTRANSIT has addressed such developments in the energy sector, maritime transport, food, aqua- and agriculture, heavy asset industries and process industries. We now want to hire a scholar interested in comparative studies of sustainability transitions and industry transformation.

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Depending on the competence of the applicant and the needs of the department, an extension of up to 3 months with teaching and administrative duties, can be considered.

Qualification requirements

• A PhD degree in a social science discipline, with relevance for the area of innovation and transition studies (including innovation studies, sustainability transitions studies, STS, management studies, sociology, economics, human geography, etc.)
• Only candidates who t have submitted their PhD before the closing date for this position can apply. Appointment is dependent on the public defense of the doctoral thesis being approved.
• High-level proficiency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of a Scandinavian language is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience with relevant theories and methods for studies of innovation and sustainability transitions is an advantage.
• The ability to perform high impact academic work, demonstrated by previous publications in relevant journals is meritorious.

It is expected that the successful candidate participates actively in the INTRANSIT center's activities. It is also expected that the candidate will contribute to a high standard of collegiality and the TIK Centre’s working environment. Residence in or close to Oslo is expected.

In assessing applicants, we will emphasize each candidates’ academic background and potential, as well as motivation and match with the INTRANSIT center’s ongoing research projects. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be part of the recruitment process.

We offer

• Salary NOK 575 400 - 657 300 per annum depending on qualifications
• A professionally stimulating working environment
• Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Attractive welfare benefits

How to apply

The application must include

• An application letter describing the applicant’s qualifications and motivation relevant for the position.
• A detailed academic CV listing education, prior employment, academic experience, other relevant experiences and qualifications, detailed list of publications
• A short document (max. 5 pages) that explains how the applicant will mobilize theoretical perspectives and empirical strategies to carry out the work. The text should link to the INTRANSIT center’s ongoing work, and explain how this position will contribute to it, and to the broader literature on sustainability transitions.
• Up to three publications to be considered in the assessment process
• Certified copies of academic diplomas and certificates. (i.e. Diploma, transcript. Diploma supplement for both bachelor and master and PhD courses). Diplomas, transcripts and diploma supplements that are not in a Scandinavian language or English must be uploaded in the original language. A certified English translation of these documents must also be attached.

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system Jobbnorge, please follow the link “apply for this job”. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please note that all documents should be either in a Scandinavian language or in English.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed for more than one Postdoctoral Fellow period at the University of Oslo.

According to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

Inclusion and diversity are a strength. The University of Oslo has a personnel policy objective of achieving a balanced gender composition. Furthermore, we want employees with diverse professional expertise, life experience and perspectives.

If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, employment gaps or immigrant background, we will invite at least one applicant from each of these categories to an interview.