Postdoctoral Fellowship: Science and Technology Studies 2475 views

University of Oslo is offering a three-year postdoctoral position to work in the Oslo Institute for Research on the Impact of Science (OSIRIS).

Qualifications:

• A PhD degree in a Social Science discipline with relevance for the area of impact studies.
• Demonstrated experience with relevant theories for understanding impact processes.
• Demonstrated capabilities in and experience from case study research, preferably with knowledge of longitudinal/process methods and relevant methodological software.
• Experience with other methods like survey analysis, document studies, social network analysis and econometrics is an advantage but not a requirement.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English, preferably with experience with communication with non-academic stakeholders.
• Knowledge of a Scandinavian language is an advantage but is not a requirement.

How to apply:

Apply online and the application must include

• Application letter.
• A short postdoctoral plan that explains main approaches, research questions, case suggestions, and possible theoretical perspectives and empirical strategies (2-3 pages).
• A detailed academic CV listing education, prior employment, academic experience, other relevant experiences and qualifications, and containing a detailed list of publications.
• CV (summarising education, positions and academic work).
• Copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts only).
• Digital copies of 2-3 selected publications that show the candidate’s thematic interests and writing proficiency.
• List of reference persons: 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number).