PhD Candidate in Environmental Psychology

PhD Candidate in Psychology

NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology

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.     Video: https://youtu.be/Xt-yHCN5QS0About the position​ The position is affiliated with the "Trondheim Early Secure Study (TESS)”, a longitudinal study of psychosocial development, mental health, and health behaviors. Approximately 1,000 children have been assessed every second year since the age of four. The participants are now 22 years old, and the tenth wave of data collection is ongoing.   The PhD project focuses on how attachment develops from childhood into early adulthood. Using longitudinal data from TESS, including repeated assessments of attachment and detailed information on psychological development, mental health, and psychosocial functioning, the project will identify developmental trajectories of attachment and examine factors that may predict these trajectories. The overarching aim is to advance our understanding of the factors that shape different attachment pathways across childhood and adolescence  The PhD candidate will be part of the TESS research group, which consists of 10 researchers, 2 postdoctoral fellows, and 10 PhD candidates, in addition to 4 research assistants responsible for data collection. The candidate will be supervised by Associate. Prof. Kristine Rensvik Viddal. The candidate will further be co-supervised by at least one of the senior researchers in the TESS group Prof. Lars Wichstrøm (PI of TESS) and Prof. Silje Steinsbekk (co-PI of TESS) while also collaborating with international researchers.   The PhD candidate reports to the Deputy Head of Research at the Department of Psychology.   Duties of the position​ • Reviewing relevant theory and research   • Analyzing complex longitudinal data  • Writing and publishing scientific papers in international journals  • Participating in the research group’s academic community, including peer feedback, knowledge sharing, and collaborative learning processes  • Developing the research competence required to complete a doctoral degree  Required selection criteria​ • You must have a professionally relevant educational background in psychology, medicine, or an equivalent field, with documented knowledge in developmental psychology   • Your education must correspond to a five-year Norwegian course, where normally 120 ECTS credits have been obtained at master's level included a master’s thesis or equivalent work with a scope of at least 30 ECTS credits. • You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and an average grade from the master's degree program, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared with NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic basis. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be assessed if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education. • Master's students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented before taking up the position  • You must have competence and experience in using quantitative methods in general and multivariate methods in particular  • You must have very good written and oral proficiency in English  • You must meet the requirements for admission to the PhD. program in social sciences, specialization in Psychology.   Preferred selection criteria​ • Knowledge of attachment theory and research and the framework of developmental psychopathology  • Knowledge of and experience with statistical methods for analyzing longitudinal data   • Good written and oral proficiency in Norwegian  • Experience with teaching, supervision, or other forms of academic communication and dissemination  • Experience with learning and applying the software, digital tools, and platforms used in academia.   • Clinical experience working with children/adolescents/young adults • Specialist qualification in clinical psychology or psychiatry Personal characteristics​ • Strong collaborative skills   • Ability to organize one’s own work and work independently  • Capacity to learn quickly and engage with complex problems  • Ability to adapt flexibly to changes • Perseverance and patience in work tasks where results may not be immediate   Emphasis will be placed on personal and interpersonal 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. 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 period of employment is 3 years.​  Appointment to a PhD position requires that you are admitted to the PhD programme in [subject area] (Link to website, if applicable) within three months of employment, and that you participate in an organized PhD programme during the employment period.   The engagement is to be made in accordance with the 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.  It is a prerequisite you can be present at and accessible to the institution on a daily basis.  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 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) • Publications or other relevant research work • 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​ As an employee at NTNU, you must at all times adhere to the changes that the development in the subject entails and the organizational changes that are adopted.  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.  If you have any questions about the position, please contact Kristine Rensvik Viddal, Kristine.viddal@ntnu.no. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Ina Grønbech Halvorsen, ina.g.halvorsen@ntnu.no. If you think this looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates attached. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Upon request, you must be able to obtain certified copies of your documentation.    Application deadline: 14.08.2026 ​   ----------------- 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.

PhD Candidate in Artic Maritime Operations AI-Enabled Forecasting and Decision Support

NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology

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.     Video: https://youtu.be/Xt-yHCN5QS0About 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​ ----------------- 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.

PhD Candidate in Sea-Ice Physics and Modelling

NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology

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.     Video: https://youtu.be/Xt-yHCN5QS0About the position​ We invite applications for a PhD position in sea-ice dynamics and numerical modelling, funded through Arctic Ocean 2050 — Norway’s national, decade-long flagship program for Arctic Ocean research. The PhD project will advance discrete element modelling (DEM) approaches for sea ice, with a focus on ridging processes and wave–ice interaction in the Marginal Ice Zone (MIZ), while also addressing computational efficiency and scalability. The research will primarily build on and extend the SAMS (Simulation of Arctic Marine Systems) framework, using it as a platform for developing new sea-ice physics and modelling strategies relevant for next-generation Arctic prediction, monitoring, and decision-support systems. The successful candidate will join a strong interdisciplinary research environment, gain access to advanced modelling tools and national computing infrastructure, and contribute to a high-impact research programme with strong relevance for Arctic decision support. 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 a professor. About the project​ Rapid Arctic warming is driving profound changes in sea-ice extent, thickness, and mechanical behavior, with wide-ranging implications for climate feedbacks, ecosystems, infrastructure, navigation, and geopolitics. Despite major advances, large-scale continuum sea-ice models still rely on simplified parameterizations to represent critical sub-grid physical processes such as ridging, floe interaction, jamming, and wave-induced breakup. Discrete Element Models (DEMs) offer a powerful complementary framework by explicitly resolving ice floes and their mechanical interactions. By allowing deformation, fracture, and redistribution processes to emerge naturally from contact mechanics, DEMs provide a physically grounded basis for improving our understanding of sea-ice dynamics and informing more realistic parameterizations in continuum models. The overarching ambition of this PhD study is to advance DEM-based sea-ice physics in a way that bridges floe-scale mechanics, continuum sea-ice model parameterization, and operational decision support. • Develop physically consistent representations of ice ridging within a DEM framework, enabling simulation of ice compression, mass redistribution, and ridge keel formation. • Incorporate wave–ice interaction processes, with emphasis on wave-induced floe motion, breakup, and rearrangement in the Marginal Ice Zone. • Derive emergent sea-ice properties (e.g. effective strength, deformation rates, floe-size distributions) and translate these into improved parameterizations for continuum sea-ice models used in climate and forecasting systems. • Improve computational efficiency and scalability of DEM-based simulations through algorithmic optimization, hierarchical or multi-resolution approaches, and/or reduced-order methods. • Apply the developed modelling framework to assess mechanical ice hazards relevant for navigation, infrastructure, and Arctic observing systems. This PhD position is an integral contribution to Arctic Ocean 2050, supporting the program’s ambition to deliver scientifically robust, scalable modelling tools for a rapidly changing Arctic Ocean. The project is particularly aligned with Research Theme 5 (RT5: Advances in Observing and Modelling), where it contributes to the development of a hierarchical, physics-based modelling framework that links global and regional continuum models with high-resolution, process-resolving simulations. By advancing SAMS as a discrete element modelling platform, the project will provide physically grounded data to improve continuum sea-ice parameterizations, support machine-learning-based model emulators, and enhance the realism of Arctic digital twins. In addition, the project supports RT2 (The Changing Arctic Ocean) by improving representation of sea-ice deformation, ridging, and MIZ dynamics; RT4 (Abrupt and Extreme Events) by enabling mechanistic studies of storm-driven breakup and nonlinear ice responses; and RT3 (Human Impact and Sustainable Use) by delivering tools for ice-related risk assessment relevant to shipping, offshore infrastructure, and monitoring operations. Duties of the position​ • Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate • Carry out high-quality research on DEM-based sea-ice modelling • Develop models for ridging, wave-ice interaction, and flow dynamics • Academic publications and popular science dissemination • Contribute to development of parameterizations for continuum models • Participate in international activities such as conferences and/or research stays at foreign educational institutions • Participate in the research group Marine Civil Engineering Be prepared for changes to your work duties after employment. Required selection criteria​ • You must have a relevant Master's degree in engineering, physics, applied mathematics, geophysics, oceanography,  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. • 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 • Experience with scientific programming 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​ • Knowledge of sea-ice physics, wave-ice interactions, or Arctic processes • Experience with numerical modelling • Experience with high-performance computing • Interest in interdisciplinary research  • Good oral and written presentation skills in Norwegian/Scandinavian Personal characteristics​ 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 • Show curiosity and a 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 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).  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: 23.08.2026​ ----------------- 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.