
University of Inland Norway · Lillehammer
About the position Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, The PhD programme Innovation in Services in the Public and Private Sectors (INSEPP), invites...
Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, The PhD programme Innovation in Services in the Public and
Private Sectors (INSEPP), invites candidates to apply for a 3-year PhD research fellowship, to work with the
broad field of innovation studies with particular focus on neurodivergence in the workplace and innovation.
Depending on the department’s needs, and the candidate‘s competence and preferences, the position may be
transformed into a four-year position with 25% teaching duties.
The purpose of the PhD research fellowship for the admitted candidate is to undergo a research training
programme that leads to the successful completion of a doctoral degree. Admission to the PhD programme is a
prerequisite for employment. The candidate is expected to participate actively in INSEPP’s activities. After
commencement, the candidate must apply for admission to the PhD programme within three months. An
agreement for admission to the PhD programme must be in place within six months after commencement.
The candidate will be part of the Department of Organisation, Leadership and Management and the People and
Organization research group (P&O) and OASIS (Organisasjon, arbeid og socialpsykologi i samfunnet) research
group. In addition to INSEPP, these environments represent a valuable resource for PhD studies.
The workplace is Campus Lillehammer.
Professor Annette Risberg, phone number: +47 62 43 04 28, e-mail: annette.risberg@inn.no
Head of PhD programme Marit Engen, phone number: +47 61 28 81 07, e-mail: marit.engen@inn.no
The PhD candidate will independently drive the project as part of a research environment working on inclusion,
equality, and diversity. The main supervisor conducts research on neurodiversity in the workplace. The second
supervisor conducts research on diversity and inclusion and has expertise in research methods. The third
supervisor conducts research on organizational psychology and innovation.
Project Background
Neurodivergent diagnoses — including autism, ADHD, and dyslexia — are increasing among both children and
adults. At the same time, neurodivergent individuals face high unemployment rates, limited career
opportunities, and persistent workplace discrimination. While neurodivergence has received growing attention
in discussions of innovation and organizational competitiveness, workplace practices often remain grounded in
neuronormative assumptions that privilege neurotypical ways of thinking and working. Research indicates that
such assumptions are embedded in organizational and HR systems through misrecognition, superficial inclusion
efforts, and unreflective routines, which may obscure or undervalue neurodivergent contributions.
Drawing on diversity and inclusion research and innovation theory — particularly process-based and socioorganizational
approaches — the project examines how neurodivergent cognitive profiles interact with
organizational structures and practices to shape innovation processes across different stages, and under what
conditions such contributions are enabled or constrained.
Project Overview
The project investigates how neurodivergent cognitive profiles influence innovation in organizational and
entrepreneurial contexts. Neurodivergence is understood as a form of cognitive variation, where implications
for innovation depend on organizational context, practices, and evaluative criteria. The project will examine
how characteristics associated with neurodivergent cognition — such as sustained attention, associative
thinking, pattern recognition, and tolerance for ambiguity — relate to different stages of the innovation process, including idea generation, development, and implementation.
The project combines an individual-level focus on cognitive characteristics with an organizational-level analysis
of how structures, cultures, and practices shape whether and how these characteristics become relevant for
innovation, with particular relevance for knowledge-intensive and professional service contexts.
Societal Relevance
The project addresses challenges related to labor market inclusion and social sustainability. Despite an
estimated unemployment rate of around 40% among autistic adults, limited knowledge exists about how
organizational conditions shape opportunities for participation and contribution. By applying a neurodiversity
perspective, the project focuses on the interaction between individual characteristics and organizational
environments. This includes how organizational design, work practices, and evaluative systems may create or
reduce barriers to participation, and how inclusion may involve changes at both the individual and
organizational level.
The appointed candidate must qualify for admission to the university’s PhD programme Innovation in Services
in the Public and Private Sectors (INSEPP).
Organizational psychology or psychology are relevant to the position. Innovation studies are meriting.
ECTS credits.
o Candidates must have submitted their master’s thesis and received a grade of B or better by the
application deadline.
o Temporary transcripts of records and the master thesis must be included as part of the
application.
o The final diploma for the master’s degree must be available by the time of employment.
master’s thesis of at least 30 ECTS, cf. NOKUT’s requirements for admission to PhD education and INN’s
PhD regulations.
better from the master’s program or equivalent education.
If you have an education from abroad, please attach documentation of recognition of foreign higher education
from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. If the requested documentation is not possible
to obtain within the application deadline, an equivalent assessment can be made by INN University in
connection with the recruitment process.
teaching tasks.
document their English proficiency in accordance with the Supplementary Regulations for Admission to
the PhD Programme at INN University.
competence is required because fieldwork will take place in Norwegian or other Scandinavian based
organizations.
In the evaluation and ranking of qualified applicants, emphasis will be placed on:
It is mandatory to attach a project proposal of 2000 words (see the section on “How to Apply” below).
Evaluation of candidates for the position will be based on a total assessment of educational background, experience and personal suitability, as well as motivation and other eligibility requirements, as defined in the advertisement.
The position and associated tasks must be carried out in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations for government employees, including also the Act on Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology, etc. Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, come into conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to take up the position at University of Inland Norway. Necessary approvals must be maintained throughout the employment relationship.
We offer
insurance schemes.
For more information about INN University as an employer, please see here.
Relevant applications will be considered by an expert committee. The application and all attachments are to be
that explains how the research work will be carried out and addresses academic relevance, challenges
and possibilities within the project. The proposal must be developed in line with the project description
outlined above. The project proposal should also outline the theories and methods intended to be used.
The project proposal plays an important role in evaluating applicants and must demonstrate how the
project will lead to the successful completion of a doctoral degree within three/four years. The PhD
research fellow hired will, in collaboration with a supervisor, prepare a complete project proposal that
will form the basis for admission to the PhD programme.
for the position.
unless the documents are in Norwegian.
Attachments must be uploaded as separate files. If the attachments exceed 30 MB, they must be compressed prior to upload. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all attachments are uploaded. Documents submitted after expiry of the deadline will not be considered in the evaluation of your application.
INN believes that there is strength in inclusion and diversity. We desire employees with different competencies, professional combinations, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to an even better way of solving problems. We will facilitate for employees who need assitance to realise their goals. Relevant adaptations can be, for example, technical aids, adapting furniture or adjusting routines, work tasks and working hours.
If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, gaps in the CV or immigrant background, we shall call at least one applicant in each of these categories for an interview. In order to be considered as an applicant in these groups, the applicants must meet certain requirements. You can read more on this here: https://arbeidsgiver.difi.no/positivsaerbehandling.
We encourage applicants to tick in Jobbnorge if they have a disability, a gap in their CV or immigrant background. The ticks in the jobseeker portal form the basis for anonymised statistics that all state-owned enterprises report in their annual reports
Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.
About the position Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, The PhD programme Innovation in Services in the Public and Private Sectors (INSEPP), invites candidates to apply for a fully funded 3-year PhD research fellowship in sustainable finance. Depending on the department’s needs, and the candidate’s competence and preferences, the position may be transformed into a four-year position with 25% teaching duties. The purpose of the PhD Research Fellowship is for the admitted candidate to undergo research training programme that lead to the successful completion of a doctoral degree. Admission to the PhD programme is a prerequisite for employment. The candidate is expected to participate actively in INSEPP’s activities. After commencement, the candidate must apply for admission to the PhD programme within three months. An agreement for admission to the PhD programme must be in place within six months after commencement. The PhD candidates will be a part of an international team of innovation researchers at University of Inland Norway (INN). The candidate will be part of the Department of Business Administration and is expected to be an active member of the Business Analytics Research Group. In addition to INSEPP, these environments represent a valuable resource for PhD studies. The workplace is Campus Lillehammer. About the project The project, ESG Frameworks and Climate Transition, focuses on evaluating regulatory applications, transition instruments, and reporting impacts. As ESG frameworks evolve, they provide greater transparency into corporate sustainability. ESG reporting standards, like the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), and others provide specific guidelines for reporting ESG issues. Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD focuses on climate-related financial disclosures, where requiring companies to publish climate change-related (CCR) risks and opportunities. However, the connection between ESG reporting and the implementation of effective climate transition strategies remains fragmented. Businesses struggle to align their ESG disclosures with actionable climate solutions, such as carbon pricing mechanisms, green bonds, and renewable energy projects. Furthermore, a limited understanding of climate transition instruments and their integration into corporate sustainability strategies poses a significant barrier to achieving net-zero emissions goals. We are seeking a candidate with a focus on sustainability in finance to explore the following possible research topics, such as: • How do ESG regulatory frameworks apply to corporations? • What are the most effective climate transition instruments, and how are they integrated into sustainability strategies? • How does ESG reporting affect a company’s access to climate transition instruments? We are looking for candidates that are highly motivated for research in the field of sustainable finance, with the following preferred experience: • Research & analytical skills. • Understanding of ESG & climate instruments. • Quantitative & qualitative research methods. • Previous experience in fiscal policy on green investment, sustainability reporting, ESG analysis, or corporate sustainability is a plus. Contact information: • Associate Professor Minh Thi Hong Dinh, phone number: +47 61 28 85 35, e-mail: minh.dinh@inn.no • Head of PhD programme Marit Engen, phone number: +47 61 28 81 07, e-mail: marit.engen@inn.no Qualifications The appointed candidate must qualify for admission to the university's PhD programme Innovation in Services in the Public and Private Sectors (INSEPP). You must have the following qualifications: • A master's degree or equivalent education in relevant disciplines (business economics, finance, sustainability) relevant to the position. • The master's degree must normally constitute 120 ECTS credits, including a master's thesis of at least 30 ECTS credits. • A strong academic background from your previous studies. The average grade should normally be B or better from the master's program or equivalent education. If you have an education from abroad, please attach documentation of recognition of foreign higher education from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. If the requested documentation is not possible to obtain within the application deadline, an equivalent assessment can be made by INN University in connection with the recruitment process. Furthermore, emphasis will be placed on the applicant's: • Academic and personal qualifications to complete doctoral education within the employment period. • Ability to work independently and purposefully, as well as to collaborate on research, publishing and teaching tasks. • Being structured and having a high work capacity. • Demonstrating solid theoretical insight and interest. Language: • Good proficiency in English, both oral and written. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must document their English proficiency in accordance with the Supplementary Regulations for Admission to the PhD Programme at INN University. In the evaluation and ranking of qualified applicants, emphasis will be placed on: • The quality of the project proposal • Documented independent research and development work or experience relevant to the project It is mandatory to attach a project proposal of 2000 words (see the section on "How to Apply" below). The assessment of which candidate is best qualified will be a comprehensive evaluation of education, experience, and personal suitability, as well as motivation and other qualification requirements as formulated in the job advertisement. The position and associated tasks must be carried out in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations for government employees, including also the Act on Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology, etc. Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, come into conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to take up the position at University of Inland Norway. Necessary approvals must be maintained throughout the employment relationship. We offer • An academically stimulating and supportive work environment at a developing institution. • Possibility of professional development in an exciting academic research environment. • Position is paid and placed in position code 1017, PhD candidate in the Government Salary Scale. • Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension, with among other things, good pension and insurance schemes. For more information about INN University as an employer, please see here. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0FVnszhpJYHow to apply Relevant applications will be considered by an expert committee. The application and all attachments are to be submitted electronically and should include the following: • The applicant must submit a project proposal with a progress plan (in English, 2000 words) that explains how the research work will be carried out and addresses academic relevance, challenges and possibilities within the project. The project proposal should also outline the theories and methods intended to be used. The project proposal plays an important role in evaluating applicants and must demonstrate how the project will lead to the successful completion of a doctoral degree within three/four years. The PhD research fellow hired will, in collaboration with a supervisor, prepare a complete project proposal that will form the basis for admission to the PhD program. • Application letter with a brief overview of the applicant's research interests and motivation for applying for the position. • CV (summarizing education, job positions, and academic work) • Certified copies of transcripts and diplomas. An English translation of all education documents is required unless the documents are in Norwegian. • Other work that is relevant for the application • Names and contact information of at least 2 reference persons • A copy of the master thesis (in PDF) Attachments must be uploaded as separate files. If the attachments exceed 30 MB, they must be compressed prior to upload. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all attachments are uploaded. Documents submitted after expiry of the deadline will not be considered in the evaluation of your application. General information INN believes that there is strength in inclusion and diversity. We desire employees with different competencies, professional combinations, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to an even better way of solving problems. We will facilitate for employees who need assitance to realise their goals. Relevant adaptations can be, for example, technical aids, adapting furniture or adjusting routines, work tasks and working hours. If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, gaps in the CV or immigrant background, we shall call at least one applicant in each of these categories for an interview. In order to be considered as an applicant in these groups, the applicants must meet certain requirements. You can read more on this here: https://arbeidsgiver.difi.no/positivsaerbehandling. We encourage applicants to tick in Jobbnorge if they have a disability, a gap in their CV or immigrant background. The ticks in the jobseeker portal form the basis for anonymised statistics that all state-owned enterprises report in their annual reports Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.
Om stillingen Handelshøgskolen Innlandet – Fakultet for økonomi og samfunnsvitenskap inviterer kandidater til å søke på en treårig stipendiatstilling som er rettet mot forskning på tjenesteinnovasjon i pasientbehandling for barn og unge med autisme. Avhengig av instituttets behov, samt kandidatens kompetanse og ønsker, kan stillingen omgjøres til en fireårig stilling med 25 % undervisningsplikt. Formålet med stipendiatstillingen er at den som ansettes skal gjennomføre et forskerutdanningsløp som leder fram til fullført doktorgrad. Kandidaten må søke opptak ved ph.d.-programmet Innovasjon i tjenesteyting i offentlig og privat sektor (INTOP) innen tre måneder, og en avtale om opptak til ph.d.-programmet skal være på plass innen seks måneder etter oppstart. Kandidaten forventes å delta aktivt i INTOPs aktiviteter. Kandidaten vil bli tilknyttet Institutt for psykologi og forskergruppen for klinisk- og utviklingspsykologi. I tillegg til INTOP utgjør disse miljøene en verdifull ressurs for ph.d.-prosjektet. Arbeidssted er Campus Lillehammer. Kontaktinformasjon: • Førsteamanuensis Karin Boson, telefon: +47 62 43 00 55, e-post: karin.boson@inn.no • Leder for INTOP Marit Engen, telefon: +47 61 28 81 07, e-post: marit.engen@inn.no Om prosjektet Ph.d.-prosjektet skal omhandle tjenesteinnovasjon i psykisk helsevern for barn og ungdom med autismespekterdiagnose (ASD) innen norsk barne- og ungdomspsykiatri (BUP). Hovedidéen er å følge videreutviklingen av en modell for målrettet ferdighetstrening [deliberate practice] for terapeuter som arbeider med barn og unge med ASD og deres familier, med utgangspunkt i en evidensbasert, modulær psykoterapi (SEBASTIEN) som allerede er under utprøving i Norge. Prosjektet skal følge en strukturert innovasjonsprosess for helsetjenester, som inkluderer behovskartlegging, samskaping og prototyping, utprøving og videreutvikling. Det skal være særlig fokus på å: 1) identifisere og konkretisere kjerneferdigheter terapeuter trenger for å arbeide effektivt med barn og unge med ASD, og 2) videreutvikle og pilotere en treningsmodell for disse ferdighetene basert på målrettet ferdighetstrening og et nevromangfoldsbekreftende verdisyn. Målet er at terapeutene skal øve systematisk og målrettet på sentrale mellommenneskelige ferdigheter i terapi med autistiske barn/ungdommer og deres familier. Prosjektet tar sikte på å bidra til en transformasjon av tjenestene gjennom brukermedvirkning, ferdighetsfokus og iterativ prototyping av et nytt treningsopplegg, som på sikt skal resultere i en skalerbar og bærekraftig modell for terapeutopplæring i BUP. Prosjektet integrerer dermed klinisk psykologi og psykoterapiforskning med tjenesteinnovasjon i offentlig sektor. Tematisk er prosjektet høyst relevant for å finne løsninger på samfunnsutfordringer knyttet til økende forekomst av ASD, press på psykiske helsetjenester og risiko for langvarig utenforskap fra utdanning og arbeid. Utvikling av en gjennomførbar opplæringsmodell for terapeuter svarer direkte på politiske mål om å forbedre tilgjengelighet, kvalitet og effektivitet i psykiske helsetjenester for nevrodivergente barn og unge. Prosjektet er faglig viktig fordi det (1) adresserer et tydelig kunnskapshull i norsk BUP når det gjelder implementeringen av systematisk ferdighetstrening for terapeuter, (2) videreutvikler kunnskap om terapeutkompetanse i arbeid med barn og unge med ASD, og (3) videreutvikler og piloterer en deliberate practice-basert treningsmodell i en nevroutviklingskontekst. Prosjektet er tett integrert med den Helse Sør-Øst finansierte RCT-studien «Empowering Autistic Youth with Personalized Intervention: A Randomized Controlled Trial (Empower Autistics)» ved Universitetet i Innlandet og Sykehuset Innlandet HF. Det overordnede målet for studien er å utvikle og teste en tjenesteinnovasjon ved å samskape et ferdighetstreningsprogram for terapeuter som arbeider med autistiske ungdommer og deres familier innenfor norsk BUP. Delmålene for ph.d.-prosjektet er å: • identifisere og beskrive kjerneferdigheter som er nødvendige for effektiv psykoterapi med barn/ungdom med ASD • samskape et nevrodiversitetsbekreftende, ferdighetstreningsprogram for terapeuter med utgangspunkt i kjerneferdighetene som blir identifisert, og • generere ny kunnskap om interessenters perspektiver og sosial akseptabilitet av ASD-relaterte behandlings- og treningsmodeller for terapeuter og annet helsepersonell i offentlig sektor. Både kvalitative og kvantitative metoder forventes benyttet i prosjektet. Kandidaten vil selv ha mulighet til å påvirke metodevalg, samt teoretiske og empiriske tilnærminger. Vi oppfordrer aktuelle kandidater til å beskrive dette nærmere i prosjektskissen som skal legges ved søknaden. Vi søker kandidater som er sterkt motiverte for forskning innen klinisk psykologi, psykoterapi, innovasjon og målrettet ferdighetstrening. Kvalifikasjoner Den som ansettes, må kvalifisere for opptak til universitetets ph.d.-program Innovasjon i tjenesteyting i offentlig og privat sektor (INTOP). Du må ha følgende kvalifikasjoner: • En mastergrad eller tilsvarende utdanning i psykologi, (spesial)pedagogikk, psykisk helse eller familieterapi med relevans for stillingen og prosjektet beskrevet over. • Mastergraden skal normalt utgjøre 120 studiepoeng, inkludert en masteroppgave på minst 30 studiepoeng. • Sterk faglig bakgrunn fra tidligere studier. Gjennomsnittskarakteren bør normalt være B eller bedre fra masterstudiet eller tilsvarende utdanning. • Det er en fordel hvis søkere har bakgrunn innenfor klinisk psykologi (cand.psychol) og/eller har relevant erfaring fra terapeutisk arbeid med barn og ungdommer med ASD. Hvis du har utdanning fra utlandet, må du legge ved dokumentasjon på godkjenning av utenlandsk høyere utdanning fra Direktoratet for høyere utdanning og kompetanse. Dersom den etterspurte dokumentasjonen ikke lar seg fremskaffe innen søknadsfristen, kan en tilsvarende vurdering gjøres av Universitetet i Innlandet i forbindelse med rekrutteringsprosessen. Det vil videre bli lagt vekt på søkerens: • faglige og personlige forutsetninger for å gjennomføre en doktorgradsutdanning innenfor ansettelsesperioden • evne til å samarbeide om forskning, publisering og eventuelle undervisningsoppgaver, samt til å arbeide selvstendig og målrettet evne til å arbeide strukturert og ha høy arbeidskapasitet • dokumentert solid teoretisk forståelse og interesse Språk: • Gode muntlige og skriftlige ferdigheter i norsk eller et annet skandinavisk språk tilsvarende minimum B2 kompetanse er et krav, ettersom stipendiaten skal møte norske barn og ungdommer med autisme og deres familier, samt utvikle et terapeutferdighetsprogram i norsk kontekst. • Gode muntlige og skriftlige ferdigheter i engelsk er nødvendige, da artiklene i doktoravhandlingen med fordel kan skrives på engelsk for publisering i internasjonale tidsskrifter og presentasjoner i internasjonal kontekst. Søkere fra ikke-engelsktalende land må dokumentere sine engelskkunnskaper i samsvar med tilleggsforskriftene for opptak til ph.d.-programmet ved INN University. Ved vurdering og rangering av kvalifiserte søkere vil det bli lagt vekt på: • kvaliteten på prosjektbeskrivelsen • dokumentert selvstendig forsknings- og utviklingsarbeid eller erfaring som er relevant for prosjektet Det er obligatorisk å legge ved et prosjektforslag på 2000 ord (se avsnittet «Slik søker du» nedenfor). Vurderingen av hvilken kandidat som er best kvalifisert vil være en helhetlig vurdering av utdanning, erfaring og personlig egnethet, samt motivasjon og øvrige kvalifikasjonskrav slik de er formulert i annonseteksten. Stillingen og arbeidsoppgavene skal ivaretas i samsvar med gjeldende lov- og regelverk for statsansatte, herunder også Lov om kontroll med eksport av strategiske varer, tjenester og teknologi m.v. Kandidater som etter vurdering av søknad og vedlegg kommer i konflikt med kriteriene i sistnevnte lov, kan ikke tiltre stillingen. Nødvendige godkjenninger må opprettholdes gjennom hele ansettelsesforholdet. Vi tilbyr • Støttende arbeidsmiljø ved et universitet i utvikling. • Mulighet for faglig utvikling i et spennende akademisk forskningsmiljø. • Lønn i stillingskode 1017 stipendiat etter Statens lønnsregulativ. • Medlemskap i Statens pensjonskasse (https://www.spk.no/), med blant annet gode pensjons- og forsikringsordninger. For mer informasjon om INN som arbeidsgiver, se her. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0FVnszhpJY Hvordan søke Relevante søknader vil bli vurdert av en vurderingskomité. Søknaden og alle vedlegg skal sendes elektronisk og skal inneholde: • Søkeren må sende en prosjektskisse med en fremdriftsplan (maks. 2000 ord) som forklarer hvordan forskningsarbeidet vil bli utført, og belyser akademisk relevans, utfordringer og muligheter innenfor prosjektet. Prosjektskissen er en viktig del i evaluering av søkeren og søkeren må demonstrere hvordan prosjektet vil føre til en fullført PhD grad i løpet av tre/fire år. Prosjektskisse må skrives på norsk. Stipendiaten som blir ansatt vil, i samarbeid med veileder, lage en komplett prosjektskisse som vil danne grunnlag for vurdering av opptak til PhD programmet. • Søknadsbrev med en kort oversikt over søkerens forskningsinteresser og motivasjon for å søke stillingen. • CV med oversikt over utdanning og erfaring (fylles ut i Jobbnorges søknadsskjema). • Karakterutskrifter og vitnemål (A certified English translation of all educational documents is required unless the documents are in Norwegian.) Norske søkere bes laste opp via vitnemålsportalen, velg å vise studieresultater for grad og emner. • Kopi av masteroppgaven (i pdf) • Annet arbeid som vurderes som relevant for søknaden. • Navn og kontaktopplysninger til to referanser. Vedlegg lastes opp som separate filer. Hvis vedleggene overskrider 30 MB til sammen må disse komprimeres før opplasting. Det er søkerens ansvar å sørge for at alle vedlegg er lastet opp. Dokumenter innsendt etter søknadsfristens utløp, vil ikke bli tatt hensyn til i evalueringen. Opplysninger om deg kan bli offentliggjort selv om du har anmodet om ikke å bli ført opp på søkerlisten. Dersom anmodningen ikke blir tatt til følge, vil du bli varslet om dette. Mangfold og positiv særbehandling INN mener at inkludering og mangfold er en styrke. Vi ønsker medarbeidere med ulike kompetanser, fagkombinasjoner, livserfaringer og perspektiver for å bidra til enda bedre oppgaveløsning. Vi vil tilrettelegge for medarbeidere som har behov for det. Aktuell tilrettelegging kan for eksempel være tekniske hjelpemidler, tilpasning av møbler eller endring av rutiner, arbeidsoppgaver og arbeidstid. Dersom det er kvalifiserte søkere med funksjonsnedsettelse, hull i CV-en eller innvandrerbakgrunn, skal vi innkalle minst én søker i hver av disse gruppene til intervju. Du må oppfylle visse krav for å bli positivt særbehandlet på denne måten. Du kan lese mer på arbeidsgiverportalen. Vi oppfordrer deg til å krysse av i jobbsøkerportalen dersom du har funksjonsnedsettelse, hull i CV-en eller innvandrerbakgrunn. Avkrysningene i jobbsøkerportalen danner grunnlag for anonymisert statistikk som alle statlige virksomheter rapporterer i sine årsrapporter.
About the position Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, The PhD programme Innovation in Services in the Public and Private Sectors (INSEPP), invites candidates to apply for a 3-year PhD research fellowship, to work with the broad field of crisis preparedness and crisis management within a framework of governance and organizational innovation. Depending on the department`s needs, and the candidate`s competence and preferences, the position may be transformed into a four-year position with 25% teaching duties. The purpose of the PhD Research Fellowship for the admitted candidate is to undergo a research training programme that leads to the successful completion of a doctoral degree. Admission to the PhD programme is a prerequisite for employment. The candidate is expected to participate actively in INSEPP’s activities. After commencement, the candidate must apply for admission to the PhD programme within three months. An agreement for admission to the PhD programme must be in place within six months after commencement. The candidate will be part of the Department of Organisation, Leadership and Management and relevant research groups. In addition to INSEPP, these environments represent a valuable resource for PhD studies. The workplace is Campus Lillehammer or Campus Rena. Contact information: Associate Professor, Martin S. Time, phone number: +47 400 13 495, e-mail: martin.time@inn.no Head of PhD programme Marit Engen, phone number: +47 61 28 81 07, e-mail: marit.engen@inn.no About the project The topic of this PhD project is the management of cyber resilience and vulnerability towards hybrid threats during prolonged crises and heightened geopolitical tensions. Illustrations of such vulnerabilities are, but not limited to, telecommunications networks and state-level digital platforms, which have potentially far-reaching consequences for governance, national security, and public service continuity. The project is placed within a broader context of innovation, with a particular emphasis on organizational and institutional innovative change based on the concept of total preparedness. A basic assumption of the project is that crisis conditions can be critical drivers of such innovation. Empirically, the project employs a comparative case study design, examining Norway’s highly digitized (but) peacetime context with other more volatile contexts. One relevant context in particular is the Ukraine’s experience of sustained cyber-attacks related to the war with Russia. Ukraine’s experience since 2022 provides a unique setting for studying cyber resilience under prolonged crisis, where continuity has been sustained through innovative state practices, expanded roles for private actors, international partnerships, and reliance on multinational technology providers. The case study will moreover take into account the multi-level governance aspects of total preparedness, including NATO, the EU, the Nordics, in addition to national levels of governance. The project is interdisciplinary and opens for a variety of scientific methods being used, such as interviews, surveys, fieldwork and document analysis. We are seeking a candidate both with interests in and being highly motivated for doing research related to governance, organization, international relations and security policies, and for contributing to a collegium of researchers focusing on crisis preparedness and crisis management. Qualifications The appointed candidate must qualify for admission to the university's PhD programme Innovation in Services in the Public and Private Sectors (INSEPP). You must have the following qualifications: • A master's degree or equivalent education in political science, international relations, comparative politics, public administration and public policy or other disciplines relevant to the position. • The master's degree must normally constitute 120 ECTS credits, including a master's thesis of at least 30 ECTS credits. • A strong academic background from your previous studies. The average grade should normally be B or better from the master's program or equivalent education. If you have an education from abroad, please attach documentation of recognition of foreign higher education from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. If the requested documentation is not possible to obtain within the application deadline, an equivalent assessment can be made by INN University in connection with the recruitment process. Furthermore, emphasis will be placed on the applicant's: • Academic and personal qualifications to complete doctoral education within the employment period. • Ability to work independently and purposefully, as well as to collaborate on research, publishing and, potentially, teaching tasks. • Being structured and having a high work capacity. • Demonstrating solid theoretical insight and interest. Language: • Good proficiency in English, both oral and written. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must document their English proficiency in accordance with the Supplementary Regulations for Admission to the PhD Programme at INN University. Preferably, the candidates should also have good proficiency in one of the Scandinavian languages, as the project requires being able to read and analyze Norwegian documents. In the evaluation and ranking of qualified applicants, emphasis will be placed on: • The quality of the project proposal • Documented independent research and development work or experience relevant to the project It is mandatory to attach a project proposal of 2000 words (see the section on "How to Apply" below). The assessment of which candidate is best qualified will be a comprehensive evaluation of education, experience, and personal suitability, as well as motivation and other qualification requirements as formulated in the job advertisement. The position and associated tasks must be carried out in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations for government employees, including also the Act on Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology, etc. Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, come into conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to take up the position at University of Inland Norway. Necessary approvals must be maintained throughout the employment relationship. We offer • An academically stimulating and supportive work environment at a developing institution. • Possibility of professional development in an exciting academic research environment. • The position’s salary follows position code 1017 PhD candidate in the state's wage regulations. • Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension, with among other things, good pension and insurance schemes For more information about INN University as an employer, please see here. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0FVnszhpJYHow to apply Relevant applications will be considered by an expert committee. The application and all attachments are to be submitted electronically and should include the following: • The applicant must submit a project proposal with a progress plan (in Norwegian or English, 2000 words) that explains how the research work will be carried out and addresses academic relevance, challenges and possibilities within the project. The project proposal should also outline the theories and methods intended to be used. The project proposal plays an important role in evaluating applicants and must demonstrate how the project will lead to the successful completion of a doctoral degree within three/four years. The PhD research fellow hired will, in collaboration with a supervisor, prepare a complete project proposal that will form the basis for admission to the PhD program. • Application letter with a brief overview of the applicant's research interests and motivation for applying for the position. • CV (summarizing education, job positions, and academic work) • Certified copies of transcripts and diplomas. An English translation of all education documents is required unless the documents are in Norwegian. • Other work that is relevant for the application • Names and contact information of at least 2 reference persons. • A copy of the master thesis (in PDF) Attachments must be uploaded as separate files. If the attachments exceed 30 MB, they must be compressed prior to upload. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all attachments are uploaded. Documents submitted after expiry of the deadline will not be considered in the evaluation of your application. General information INN believes that there is strength in inclusion and diversity. We desire employees with different competencies, professional combinations, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to an even better way of solving problems. We will facilitate for employees who need assitance to realise their goals. Relevant adaptations can be, for example, technical aids, adapting furniture or adjusting routines, work tasks and working hours. If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, gaps in the CV or immigrant background, we shall call at least one applicant in each of these categories for an interview. In order to be considered as an applicant in these groups, the applicants must meet certain requirements. You can read more on this here: https://arbeidsgiver.difi.no/positivsaerbehandling. We encourage applicants to tick in Jobbnorge if they have a disability, a gap in their CV or immigrant background. 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