The Department of Education at University of Oslo (IPED), the hosting institution of Hedda, has announced two open PhD positions.
There are multiple options for thematic focus, but as a PhD candidate in the area of higher education you would be affiliated with the research group HEIK – Higher Education: Institutional dynamics and Knowledge cultures. Those who are interested in applying should contact the research groups to discuss the application. HEIK has a multi-disciplinary and multi-level approach to processes of change in higher education, including a wide array of possible topics.
The PhD positions are based on paid fixed term employment, and the appointment is made for a period of up to four years (25% of which is devoted to required duties, usually in the form of teaching activities).
The announcement states the minimum requirements:
- Successful completion of a Master’s degree programme or similar higher education programme in the subject area in question or in another relevant subject area.
- Minimum B grade or equivalent for the Master’s degree (ECTS grading scale).
Furthermore, it is specified that the selection will be based on:
- The applicant’s academic aptitude for completing the research training programme.
- The project description, which must be submitted with the application.
- The applicant’s personal suitability and motivation for the post, including his/her ability to collaborate and to form part of a cross-disciplinary academic community.
- Other qualifications that meet the objectives which form the basis of this type of post.
Application deadline is already on 09th of March!
Read more about the application procedure and selection process on the announcement website.