Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Interdisciplinary Technology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Computer Science has a vacancy for a temporary full-time position as Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Interdisciplinary Technology. 

Read more about the The Department of Computer Science and The Faculty of Technology, Art and Design. 

Tasks and responsibilities

• Teaching, supervision, assessment and further development of courses at bachelor level, included laboratory-based
• courses and interdisciplinary courses
• Coordinating and further developing study programs at bachelor level
• Further development of international collaboration in educational programs within technology, included European Project Semester
• Contributing to development of courses and programs within OsloMet’s Life-long learning portfolio
• Contributing to digitizing existing courses and developing fully digital or hybrid courses
• Academic-administrative tasks

Qualifications requirements

• Master’s degree, preferably in technology, design or social sciences
• Experience and competence in teaching interdisciplinary courses, laboratory-based courses and courses aimed at international student groups
• Proficiency in oral and written Norwegian, or a Scandinavian language, is required
• The applicant must document relevant educational theory and practice for higher education.
• Proficiency in oral and written English is required.

General criteria for appointments to academic positions are covered by the Regulations for appointment and promotion to academic posts..

General criteria for evaluating educational competence is described by OsloMets criterias for evaluating educational competence.

When evaluating the applications, we will emphasize

• Pedagogical skills and teaching experience
• Didactic skills, and an ability to communicate concepts, theories and knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
• Language skills that enable precise written and oral communication in Norwegian, or a Scandinavian language, as well as in English
• Ability to communicate and cooperate with students and colleagues
• Knowledge of the competence needs of the Norwegian labor market, and an ability to translate these needs into competence goals for the relevant educational programs
• An interest in building educational programs of high quality, a keenness to develop teaching and supervision skills, and an interest in digital and innovative educational techniques and practices
• Knowledge of, and experience with, student-active learning
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt teaching and supervision to the needs of OsloMet, The Faculty of Technology, Art and Design, The Department of Computer Science, including interdisciplinary collaboration
• Competence in digitizing educational programs and in developing hybrid courses. Familiarity with Norwegian technology and engineering education is also an advantage.

Personal qualities necessary for the position

• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Personal skills relevant for a good working environment
• Excellent cooperation and communication skills

OsloMet evaluates teaching qualifications in conjunction with interviews.

It is important for OsloMet to reflect the population of our region, and all qualified candidates are welcome to apply. We make active endeavors to further develop OsloMet as an inclusive workplace and to adapt the workplace if required. If there are periods where you have not been in work, under education or in training, you are also welcome to apply.

Expert assessment:

Applicants will be assessed by an expert committee. By the application deadline, please upload the following documents together with your application:

• CV (including teaching and supervision experience and the name and contact information of at least three references)
• Copies of certificates/diplomas (including formal education in pedagogics, if applicable)
• Full list of publications
• Other relevant documentation

OsloMet has signed and committed the institution to follow the recommendations in the DORA declaration.

You must upload all the documents in order for your application to be processed. The documents must be in either English or a Scandinavian language. Translations must be authorized. Originals must be presented if you are invited for an interview. OsloMet checks documents in order to give you as a candidate a proper evaluation and ensure fair competition. If you have documents that cannot be uploaded electronically, please contact hrtkd@oslomet.no

We offer

• An exciting job opportunity at Norway’s third largest and most urban university
• Opportunities for academic development in a professional research environment
• Interaction with a diverse student group
• Loan and pension arrangements through the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Beneficial welfare schemes and a wide range of sports and cultural offers
• Free Norwegian language classes to employees and their partners

Practical information about relocation to Oslo and living in Norway.

The position is remunerated in accordance with the Norwegian State salary scale 51-66, job code 1009 Assistant Professor or code 1198 Associate Professor. The salary is NOK 458 900-597 000 per year, or NOK 535 200-694 400 per year. A higher salary may be considered for particularly well-qualified applicants.

Other information

For more information about the position, feel free to contact:

• Head of Group Boning Feng, email: Boning.Feng@oslomet.no, telephone: +47 67 23 87 14

Deadline for applications: 28th of May 2021

Ref. no: 21/04384