PhD Research Fellows in Sociology

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Join the prestigious University of Oslo as a research fellow in Sociology! About the positions There are 1-2 vacant positions at the Department of Sociology and Human Geography for research fellows (SKO 1017) in sociology. The positions are for a period of three years without compulsory work or four years with 25% compulsory work (primarily teaching). The department is ranked as the premier academic research institute in sociology in Norway, conducting top international research while offering high quality education for students. The department is renowned both for the breadth of topics and methodologies employed and for its highly qualified researchers. More about the position We seek candidates with the potential to contribute to the development of sociology as a discipline at the department. The fellows are expected to pursue independent research under supervision, as outlined in their submitted project proposals. We value the contribution of young scholars to the academic environment and study programmes at the department and encourage candidates with a desire to participate actively in departmental life to apply. Applicants should have research interests that resonate with ongoing research at the department . We currently have strong research activities in the fields of social inequality, migration, integration and diversity, cultural and political participation, urban studies, sustainable transformations, population dynamics, and work, organisations and politics. The call is not thematically limited to these topics, but preference can be given to candidates with projects that align with the department's supervisory capacity. Applicants are expected to demonstrate through their application letter and project proposal how they will contribute to the development of sociology at the department. The position requires participation in the Faculty of Social Sciences' organised research education programme (PhD programme) and the completion of a doctorate in sociology. The candidates who are hired will automatically be admitted to the PhD programme. Residence in Norway is expected, but PhD fellows are also encouraged to spend time abroad during the fellowship period. The starting date will be negotiated with the successful candidates. Qualification requirements and assessment criteria Applicants will be assessed on the quality and relevance of the project proposal, the quality of the master's thesis, their academic grades and their academic and personal prerequisites to carry out the project. The hiring process will include an interview. Applicants must have a master's degree in sociology or equivalent. Applicants must have prior education that corresponds to 5 years at the university level in Norway, with two years (120 ECTS) at the master's level. Applicants must have average grades of A or B in their master's degree. Applicants who have completed their education outside of the EU/EEA-area and who do not have English as a native language or who have not completed an English-language MA program must document English language skills: TOEFL - with a minimum result of 550 on the Paper-based Test (PBT), or 80 on the Internet-Based Test (iBT) OR IELTS - International English Language Testing Service, with the result 6.0 OR We offer A pleasant and academically stimulating work environment Good welfare schemes. Opportunity of up to 1.5 hours a week of exercise during working hours. Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse , which is one of Norway's best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes. Salary in position as Doctoral Research Fellow, position code 1017 in salary range NOK from 551 000 - 594 000, depending on competence and experience. From the salary, 2 percent is deducted in statutory contributions to the State Pension Fund. Read more about the benefits of working in the public sector at Employer Portal . 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, 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 Employ

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