PhD Fellow position in library and information science within information systems based on metadata (METAINFO) - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

About the position

The Department of Archivistics, Library and Information Science currently has available one PhD Fellow position affiliated with the PhD program in Library and Information Science, which currently has around 20 research fellows.

Profile

The PhD fellow will work on topics related to the research group Information systems based on metadata (METAINFO). We are particularly interested in projects focused on end-users in information systems. Relevant topics could be:

• information searchers and their interaction with information systems
• methods for evaluating end-users’ information searching and interaction with system and information
• utilising interaction data

Applicants must prepare a PhD project with research questions and methods for data collection and data analysis.

The successful applicant will be an integrated member of the research group METATINFO, which holds regular meetings and seminars where participants can present their research. METAINFO is one of the five research groups chosen for The Booster project at OsloMet.

The duration of the PhD fellowship is three years.

Qualifications and requirements

Required qualifications:

• Education at Master's degree level in a relevant field
• Ability to communicate well in English, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and be goal oriented
• Passion for the subject area

Desired background:

• Relevant research experience
• Experience in publishing academic works and participation in international seminars/conferences

Conditions:

• The PhD position requires admission to the PhD Programme
• A final plan for the PhD scholarship shall be approved and made contractual no later than 3 months after commencement of the fellowship.

When assessing applicants, the project description and the project’s relevance to the PhD program’s research area will be emphasized. The proposal must indicate that the project will realistically lead to a doctoral degree within the three-year period.

The proposal should consist of a maximum of 10 pages and include the following elements:

• Research questions, theory and method
• Relevant knowledge within the research area
• Schedule for the educational and research plan

We offer

• The opportunity for academic support and development in a large and comprehensive educational and research environment
• An active research group with regular meetings, seminars and support networks
• A pleasant working environment
• Good loan terms and pension benefits from the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund

The salary is set in accordance with the Norwegian State Salary Scale, job code 1017, wage level 50 (NOK 436 900).

Expert Committee

Your application will be assessed by an expert committee. You must upload the following documents together with your application before the submission deadline:

• CV and copies of diplomas and references
• Your second degree/master's degree thesis
• Project description/proposal (max. 10 pages, including list of references)
• Relevant scientific works
• Summary of relevant publications/research experiences 

We use an electronic recruitment system. If you wish to apply for the position, register your application and CV by clicking the button “login and apply”. If you need technical support, please contact Hanne Landen on phone +47 67 23 82 95 or e-mail hanne.landen@hioa.no.

Your application will not be considered unless these attachments are uploaded. The documents must be in English or a Scandinavian language. Translations must be authorized. You must display originals at any interview. OsloMet carries out checks on documents, so that you as a candidate will get a real evaluation and fair competition.

Contact information

For more information about the position, please contact:

• Professor Pia Borlund, e-mail pia.borlund@oslomet.no, phone +47 67 23 52 50
• Head of Department Tor Arne Dahl, e-post tor-arne.dahl@oslomet.no, phone +47 67 23 83 07

The position adheres to the Norwegian Government’s policy that the national labour force should, to the greatest possible extent, reflect the diversity of the population. Therefore, we encourage qualified candidates with immigrant backgrounds or reduced functional abilities to apply for this position. OsloMet is an IA (Inclusive Workplace) enterprise and operates in compliance with the Norwegian IA agreement.