Post-doctoral Research Fellow in European Languages in Post-Colonial Africa

PhD Research Fellowship in Political Science (3-4 years)

University of Oslo

About the position​ We are offering one PhD position with specialisation in either comparative politics, political data science, or public administration. The successful applicant will be part of the research project “Waging of War” (WOW), which is funded by the European Research Council. The PhD fellowship period is three years and devoted to carrying out research and pursuing a PhD in the context of the WOW project. The position may also include other career-enhancing activities: depending on the candidate’s competence and the teaching needs of the department, the fellowship period can be extended up to four years for qualification work consisting of e.g. teaching duties. The primary aims of WOW are to investigate how the organization of warring parties influences the conduct of war, and conversely, how the fighting impacts the organizational structure of the belligerents. WOW will theorize, identify, classify, and code the characteristics of state military organizations and non-state armed groups and collect data relating to the dynamics of warfare. We will answer questions such as: • How are wars fought? • How does the organization of a belligerent party affect the way they wage war? • How do the dynamics of the war affect the organization of the fighting parties? More information about the project can be found here: https://www.sv.uio.no/isv/english/research/projects/wow/index.html  The PhD Fellow is expected to develop a research project within the overarching thematic scope of the larger project, namely the organizational basis and conduct of warfare. While the PhD project should align with the framework of the main project, the candidate has significant flexibility to pursue their own approach and research agenda. The project proposal should above all include a tentative overall thematic and theoretical framework, along with at least three ideas for academic articles (see below).  The successful candidate will be part of the Faculty’s PhD programme. The work is expected to lead to a PhD in political science. To promote a strategic career path, all PhD fellows are expected to submit a career development plan, specifying career goals and the competencies that the PhD fellow should acquire, no later than one month after commencement of the fellowship period. The department is responsible for ensuring that the plan is followed up and that the PhD fellow has access to career guidance throughout the duration of the fellowship. Qualification requirements​ Formal qualifications​ • Education equivalent to five years at university level in Norway, with two years (120 credits) at Master’s level in a relevant field. The MA thesis must be equivalent to at least half a year’s workload, i.e. 30 ECTS. • The Master’s degree must include relevant education in research methods or game theory. Other qualifications​ • Applicants must have a very good to excellent command of English (written and oral). • Language skills in other widely spoken languages, such as Arabic, French, Hindi, Mandarin, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swahili are an advantage, but not a requirement. • Applicants are required to possess robust empirical research knowledge within the realm of conflict research, and they must be well-trained in conducting either quantitative analyses or game theoretic analysis. • Experience with large language models, machine learning, and/or programming in R or equivalent programs is an advantage but not a requirement. The evaluation of applicants primarily hinges on their documented academic qualifications and the research proposal. During the initial screening phase, a strong emphasis is placed on formal qualifications and academic grades, where top-tier grades and a highly commendable MA thesis are generally prerequisites for shortlisting. In the subsequent phase, the importance of the research proposal increases significantly. Additionally, factors such as academic suitability, motivation, and alignment with the project team are considered.  We need different perspectives in our work ​ UiO is an open and internationally oriented comprehensive university that strives to be an inclusive and diverse workplace and academic environment. You can read more about UiO’s work on equality, inclusion, and diversity at uio.no. We fulfill our mission most effectively when we draw upon our variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We are looking for great colleagues — could you be the next one? We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Relevant adjustments may include modifications to working hours, task adaptations, digital, technical, or physical adjustments, or other practical measures. The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds. If you have an immigrant background, a disability, or CV gaps (Norwegian), we encourage you to indicate this in the job application portal. In this context, disability is defined as an applicant who identifies as having a disability that requires workplace or employment-related accommodations. For more details about the requirements, please refer to the Employer portal (Norwegian). The selections made in the job application portal are used for anonymized statistics that all state employers include in their annual reports. More information about gender equality initiatives at UiO can be found here. We offer​ • Salary according to “SKO 1017 PhD fellow”, NOK 550 800-595 000 per year. • Personal research funds that can be used for e.g. travel and research assistance (currently NOK 35 000 per year). • A stimulating and international research environment with multiple research groups and seminar series. • Involvement in a large research project that provides opportunities to build a network with scholars researching political elites around the world, including an annual workshop on the topic. • A friendly and inclusive workplace allowing for a good work-life balance. • Attractive UiO welfare benefits • Access to Norway’s excellent public services and welfare schemes, including generous parental leave provisions and affordable and accessible childcare (including the University’s kindergarten). • Norway’s capital with its easy access to beautiful nature and rich cultural life. • Introduction course for PhD Fellows: Teaching as a PhD candidate • Annual career development conversation based on the submitted career plan.  • Various courses and workshops supporting career development (e.g., on dissemination and presentation skills, op-ed writing, and stress-management). • Financial and practical support for international staff moving to Norway (https://www.uio.no/english/about/jobs/ismo/) (international staff may also benefit from tax cuts in their first years) How to apply​ The application with attachments must be submitted in our electronic recruiting system. Please follow the link “apply for this job”. The online application must include the following items, which are to be submitted before the deadline (all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language): • A cover letter (maximum 2 pages), including a statement of motivation • A research proposal (maximum 3,000 words including all references and footnotes - a word count must be provided on the front page). The proposal should clarify the research theme, main research questions, how the research contributes to existing literature and the project, theoretical approach, methodology, article ideas, and a timeline. A final research proposal must be developed in cooperation with the project leader within three months of the start date.  • A CV summarizing education, positions, research and pedagogical experience, administrative experience, and other qualifying activities. Career breaks, including parental leave, that are noted in the CV will be taken into consideration when evaluating applicants' academic record. • Copy of Master’s thesis (in English or in a Scandinavian language). • Copies of transcripts: All applicants must submit their Master’s degree diploma and transcript(s), preferably together with a class distribution of grades. The transcript must specify the grade achieved for the Master’s thesis. • Official explanation of the grading and credit system at your university (foreign applicants). • Names and contact details for 2-3 reference persons (name, relationship to candidate, e-mail, and phone number). Reference letters are not needed. The application deadline is September 1, 2026. The screening and evaluation of candidates will begin immediately. The most promising candidates will be invited for interviews. We expect the whole evaluation process, from the application date to an offer being made, to take 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the number of applications. The expected start date is January 2027 or earlier but is subject to negotiation.   Formal regulations​ Applicant lists can be published in accordance with Norwegian Freedom of Information Act § 25. When you apply for a position with us, your name will appear on the public applicant list. It is possible to request to be excluded from this list. You must justify why you want an exemption from publication and we will then decide whether we can grant your request. If we cannot, you will hear from us. Please see the regulations concerning terms and conditions of employment for the posts of postdoctoral research fellow, research fellow, research assistant and resident - University of Oslo (uio.no) (https://www.uio.no/english/about/regulations/personnel/academic/regulations-employment-conditions-postdoc.html) Please refer to Regulations for the Act on universities and colleges chapter 3 (Norwegian),  Guidelines concerning appointment to post doctoral and research posts at UiO and Regulations for the degree of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) at the University of Oslo. The University of Oslo has a transfer agreement with all employees that is intended to secure the rights to all research results etc.

PhD Research Fellow: Universal Health Coverage and Democracy in India (HOPE Project)

University of Oslo

About the position ​ The Centre for Global Sustainability (Globe) invites applicants for a PhD position dedicated to conducting research on the interplay between democratic governance, development, and access to healthcare in India. The position is part of the research project Health, Opportunities, and Poverty Eradication: India’s Democracy-Healthcare Paradox and Global Impact (HOPE), funded by the Research Council of Norway. For more information about the project,  see: https://www.globe.uio.no/forskning/prosjekter/demokrati-og-helse-i-india-/index.html The HOPE project examines how India’s economic ambitions and global influence intersect with persistent domestic governance challenges and structural healthcare inequalities. The project is structured around three tracks: (1) it explores how democracy and electoral politics shape health policy in India; (2) assesses the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Programme (ABP), India’s flagship universal health coverage programme; and (3) analyses India’s healthcare diplomacy in South Africa and Malawi, contrasting it with China’s approach. The successful candidate will conduct research under the second track of the project. About the PhD project​ The PhD candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary and multinational team of researchers with backgrounds in development studies, international studies, political science, and medical anthropology. HOPE is a collaboration between the University of Oslo (UiO), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in India, University of Pretoria in South Africa, and the University of Malawi. The PhD position will be based at the University of Oslo, but the candidate will collaborate closely with the research team in India. The appointment is a full-time PhD position for a period of three years with no compulsory teaching or administrative duties. The candidate will be expected to complete the 30 ECTS coursework requirement of the Faculty of Social Sciences PhD Programme as part of the doctoral training. The successful candidate will conduct ethnographic, qualitative or mixed-methods fieldwork in India and develop a PhD project in the second track of the HOPE project, with a focus on ABP’s implementation and access to healthcare, preferably in rural areas of India and/or among Adivasi communities (Scheduled Tribes). We are seeking a candidate with a master's degree in development studies, political science, area studies, sociology, anthropology or other relevant fields of study. We also welcome candidates with medical or health sciences degrees, if they can demonstrate experience with the use of qualitative social science methods at the master’s level. Previous experience from and knowledge of India is an advantage. Research questions may include: how ABP entitlements are interpreted and operationalised at the district and facility level; how marginalised populations (particularly Adivasi communities) navigate eligibility, enrolment, and care-seeking; and how state capacity, federalism, and electoral politics shape implementation outcomes. Applicants are encouraged to propose their own theoretical framing. The candidate will be supervised by Professor Dan Banik (UiO) with a co-supervisor at JNU or UiO and will conduct fieldwork in India for an extended period during the appointment. To be employed as a PhD Research Fellow, admission to a doctoral program at UiO is required. The successful candidate will apply for admission to the PhD Programme of the Faculty of Social Sciences at UiO.  More about the position​ This position is intended to help the PhD candidate develop an individual research profile and a set of relevant skills. To this end, the focus of this position is to conduct research, including work on publications and dissemination. In addition, the candidate will be expected to actively contribute to the broader research agenda of the HOPE project, including project workshops, conference presentations, and regular project meetings.  The PhD candidate will be employed by the Centre for Global Sustainability at the University of Oslo and affiliated with the research group “Poverty Reduction and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development” directed by Professor Dan Banik. More about the Centre can be found here: https://www.globe.uio.no/english/   Qualification requirements and assessment criteria​ In this role, you must ​ • Hold a master’s degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent in development studies, political science, area studies, sociology, anthropology or other relevant fields of study, including medical or health sciences degrees, provided that the applicant can demonstrate experience with qualitative social science methods at the master’s level. • Have a grade point average of A or B on the ECTS scale in your master's degree. • Have demonstrated experience with the use of qualitative social science methods (e.g. fieldwork, interviews, ethnography) in the master’s thesis or other research. • Have excellent written and oral proficiency in English. Non-native English speakers without a degree taught in English are expected to document proficiency at IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL iBT 100 or equivalent. Proficiency in Hindi or another Indian language is not required but is welcomed and may be considered an advantage. • Have excellent organisational and administrative skills. • Contribute to the production of high-quality academic outputs In this role, it is an advantage if you have ​ • Experience of conducting research in India • Demonstrated knowledge of working on human development and/or healthcare  • Fluency in an Indian language • Experience in supporting academic events or seminars • Experience working in interdisciplinary settings and across cultures and regions We are looking for a person who​ • Is committed to doing impactful research and eager to develop the necessary skills • Has the ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team • Is willing to contribute to a positive research community • Communicates openly about both progress and challenges in their work • Is engaged and wants to make a difference through research • Is organized and contributes substantially to the progress of the project as a whole Employment in the position is based on a comprehensive assessment of all qualification requirements applicable to the position, including personal qualifications. How to apply​ Your application should include:​ • A CV of up to four pages, covering education, research and fieldwork experience, publications, and language skills. • A full university transcript, showing the courses/modules taken and marks for individual courses and for a master thesis • Two references from academic staff who have direct experience of your work, including (if possible) your master’s thesis supervisor. Please provide the name, position, institutional affiliation, and email address of each referee. Referees will be contacted directly for shortlisted candidates. • A writing sample of approximately 5,000–8,000 words, preferably sole-authored (e.g. a coursework essay, journal article, or chapter or section of the master’s thesis). If submitting a longer piece, please indicate the specific section the panel should read. • A personal statement (up to one page) and a project proposal (up to 5pages, including references) that addresses the following questions and issues (in any format or order): • Why you are interested in this PhD project • Your relevant experience and training for this PhD project • How you would want to develop the PhD project in line with the overall objectives of HOPE, including any issues and questions you would want to explore • Areas of scholarship and literature you would be interested in engaging with and contributing to as part of the project • Methodological approaches and tools that you would look to bring to the project or develop as part of the project • Your longer-term career plans and how this project will help you to progress them, including any training that you would hope to receive as part of the project Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system Jobbnorge, click "Apply for the position".  When applying for the position, we ask you to retrieve your education results from Vitnemålsportalen.no. If your education results are not available through Vitnemålsportalen, we ask you to upload copies of your transcripts or grades. Please note that all documentation must be in English or a Scandinavian language. The final hiring decision is the responsibility of the department’s board and will be based on an evaluation of the overall qualifications of the shortlisted candidates and the department’s needs. We offer​ • Salary in position as Doctoral Research Fellow, position code 1017 in salary range NOK from 550 800 to 595 800, depending on competence and experience. From the salary, 2 percent is deducted in statutory contributions to the State Pension Fund.  • For reference, this corresponds to approximately EUR 47,000–51,000 / USD 50,000–54,000 per year and is competitive among European PhD salaries. • Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (spk.no), which is one of Norway's best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes • Attractive welfare benefits • Career development • Exchange opportunities • Opportunity of up to 1.5 hours a week of exercise during working hours • Paid annual leave according to the Norwegian Act relating to Holidays and generous parental leave provisions • Comprehensive public healthcare coverage for the candidate and accompanying family • Relocation support and assistance with the residence permit application for non-EU/EEA candidates, including access to UiO’s International Staff Mobility Office • Dedicated funding for fieldwork in India • Opportunity to live in a vibrant, family-friendly city with strong public services, easy access to nature, and English as a widely used working language Inclusive worklife and diversity at UiO​ 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. We hope that you will apply for the position.  More information about gender equality initiatives at UiO can be found here. General information​ The best qualified candidates will invited for interviews.  Applicant lists can be published in accordance with Norwegian Freedom of Information Act § 25. When you apply for a position with us, your name will appear on the public applicant list. It is possible to request to be excluded from this list. You must justify why you want an exemption from publication and we will then decide whether we can grant your request. If we cannot, you will hear from us. Please refer to Regulations for the Act on universities and colleges chapter 3 (Norwegian),  Guidelines concerning appointment to post doctoral and research posts at UiO and Regulations for the degree of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) at the University of Oslo. The University of Oslo has a transfer agreement with all employees that is intended to secure the rights to all research results etc. Contact persons​ For further information about the position, please contact Isobella Lucy Reid at i.l.reid@globe.uio.no.

PhD Research Fellow in fluid mechanics of twisted droplet flow

University of Oslo

About the position​ A PhD Research Fellowships is available at the Department of Mathematics, University of Oslo (UiO), in the research group of Prof. Andreas Carlson. Starting date as soon as possible, latest by January 1, 2027. The fellowship period is three years. No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo. The position is associated with projects funded by the Research Council of Norway (HAIRY, LUBRIBOT) and the European Research Council (TWIST). The research will provide a fundamental understanding of the physical processes that arise when droplets interact with soft fibres of complex geometry. A central focus is to develop a new understanding of droplet wetting on fibrous structures, as well as the coupling between active surface properties (and their temporal changes) and external driving mechanisms/forces. This will be achieved through design of new experiments, as well as developing new theoretical understanding of the flow physics. The projects aim to design and investigate new fibre and surface geometries for flow control and for applications such as water harvesting from atmospheric fog. The physical designs will be partly bio-inspired and will emphasize sustainability. The projects offer opportunities to collaborate with both national and international collaborators. The PhD student will:  • Develop experiments of droplet flow and wetting on twisted fibers and on soft materials. • Be directly involved in integrating experiments and theoretical  prediction. • Develop a new understanding of the fundamental flow physics through theoretical and/or numerical work. • Develop independence and be self-driven to advance with their research project. • Work in an interdisciplinary team with expertise in mechanics, complex fluids, physics and biophysics and sustainability thinking. • Follow our PhD program that include an educational component. This position is well suited for candidates who are highly motivated by fundamental science and excited about questions related to capillary flows, droplets, fluid–structure interactions and interfacial fluid mechanics. You should be strongly self-driven, genuinely interested in an academic career, and eager to develop independence in your research. The PhD fellow will join an international and interdisciplinary research group. Qualifications​ The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials. Required qualifications:​ • Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in mechanics, fluid mechanics, physics or applied mathematics. • Foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level) corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system. • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. • A strong theoretical educational background in mathematics, continuum mechanics and fluid mechanics. • Good social and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to work independently. Desired qualifications:​ • Earlier involvement in research projects in fluid mechanics or droplets will also be considered positively, as well as experience with programming or experiments. Language requirement:​ • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English • English requirements for applicants from outside of EU/ EEA countries and exemptions from the requirements: https://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/regulations/regulations.html#toc8 Grade requirements:​ The norm is as follows: • The average grade point for courses included in the Bachelor’s degree must be C or better in the Norwegian educational system • The average grade point for courses included in the Master’s degree must be B or better in the Norwegian educational system • The Master’s thesis must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful com-pletion of a PhD degree. For more information see: Supplementary Regulations at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sci-ences to the Regulations for the Degree of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) at the University of Oslo - The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences All candidates and projects will have to undergo a check versus national export, sanctions and security regulations. Candidates may be excluded based on these checks. Primary checkpoints are the Export Control regulation, the Sanctions regulation, and the national security regulation. What are we looking for in you?​ Personal skills:​ • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Ability to work precise in a structured manner and swiftly adapts to new tasks • Good communication and collaboration skills • Positive attitude and the ability to handle hectic periods Employment in the position is based on a comprehensive assessment of all qualification requirements applicable to the position, including personal qualifications. We can offer you​ • A pleasant and stimulating work environment • Good welfare schemes • Opportunity of up to 1.5 hours a week of exercise during working hours • A workplace with good development and career opportunities • Career development programmes • Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse, which is one of Norway's best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes • Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities • Salary in position as PhD Research Fellow, position code 1017 in salary range NOK from 550 800 - 595 000, depending on competence and experience. From the salary, 2 percent is deducted in statutory contributions to the State Pension Fund  We need different perspectives in our work​ UiO is an open and internationally oriented comprehensive university that strives to be an inclusive and diverse workplace and academic environment. You can read more about UiO’s work on equality, inclusion, and diversity at uio.no. We fulfill our mission most effectively when we draw upon our variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We are looking for great colleagues, could you be the next one? We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Relevant adjustments may include modifications to working hours, task adaptations, digital, technical, or physical adjustments, or other practical measures. If you have an immigrant background, a disability, or CV gaps (Norwegian), we encourage you to indicate this in the job application portal. We always invite at least one qualified candidate from each group for an interview. In this context, disability is defined as an applicant who identifies as having a disability that requires workplace or employment-related accommodations. For more details about the requirements, please refer to the Employer portal (Norwegian). The selections made in the job application portal are used for anonymized statistics that all state employers include in their annual reports. More information about gender equality initiatives at UiO can be found here.  We hope you will apply for the position with us. How to apply​ The application must include:​ • Cover letter - statement of motivation and research interests (max 1 page) • CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work - scientific publications) • Transcripts of records, copies of the original Bachelor’s and Master’s degree diploma (see below) • Documentation of English proficiency if applicable • Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number) Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system Jobbnorge, click "Apply for this job". Foreign applicants should attach an official explanation of their University's grading system. When applying for the position, we ask you to retrieve your education results from Vitnemålsportalen.no. If your education results are not available through Vitnemålsportalen, we ask you to upload copies of your transcripts or grades. Please note that all documentation must be in English or a Scandinavian language. Contact information​ Professor Andreas Carlson, phone: +47 22 85 72 23, web: https://acarlson-uio.github.io, email : acarlson@math.uio.no    For technical questions related to the application portal please contact HR adviser Ole Rustad, email: ole.rustad@mn.uio.no  General information​ The best qualified candidates will invited for interviews. Applicant lists can be published in accordance with Norwegian Freedom of Information Act § 25. When you apply for a position with us, your name will appear on the public applicant list. It is possible to request to be excluded from this list. You must justify why you want an exemption from publication and we will then decide whether we can grant your request. If we can't, you will hear from us. Please refer to Regulations for the Act on universities and colleges chapter 3 (Norwegian), Guidelines concerning appointment to post doctoral and research posts at UiO (Norwegian) and Regulations for the degree of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) at the University of Oslo.   The University of Oslo has a transfer agreement with all employees that is intended to secure the rights to all research results etc.