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UiB - Knowledge that shapes society

UiB shall be among Europe's leading universities, internationally recognized for high quality in research and education. As a societal institution, we shall contribute to sustainable and democratic development and be an attractive and inclusive place to study and work.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow position

We are seeking a motivated and academically strong candidate for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in philosophy at the Department of Philosophy, commencing August 1st or as agreed upon. The position is for a fixed-term period of four years.

The position offers a unique opportunity to advance your expertise within the field, contribute to the advancement of new knowledge, and participate in a stimulating academic environment.

The Department of Philosophy has about 70 full-time and part-time employees, including about 10 PhD and postdoctoral positions. The department offers teaching at the bachelor's, master's and PhD level in philosophy. In addition, it is responsible for running all the University of Bergen's Examen philosophicum courses. The research at the department spans a wide area. An overview of the research groups at the department can be found here: Research groups at FoF

About the Postdoctoral Position:

• The postdoctoral position aims to enable the appointed candidate to develop a research profile and competencies that qualify them to apply for a position as associate professor.

• The successful applicant must, in collaboration with the Department, develop a career plan outlining the competencies to be acquired during the postdoctoral period.

• The duration of the postdoctoral position is four years, of which 25 per cent of the time comprises other, career-promoting work such as teaching, dissemination of research and administrative tasks. A plan for this part of the position will be developed upon appointment.

Qualifications and Personal qualities:

The applicant must have:

• • A Norwegian PhD or an equivalent foreign degree in philosophy. The doctoral dissertation must have been submitted for evaluation by the application deadline, and the PhD degree must be obtained prior to appointment.
• • An ability to work independently and in a well-structured manner, combined with strong collaborative skills.
• • Proficiency in both written and spoken English.

Applicants must submit a project proposal including a progress plan for the project’s key activities, and a plan for publishing results in recognized international channels.

In assessing the applications, emphasis will be placed on the academic quality and feasibility of the proposed project and the applicant’s academic qualifications. Further emphasis will be placed on strategic considerations, motivation, and personal suitability. The project must be relevant to one of the research groups at the department.

We offer:

• • A good and professionally stimulating work environment.
• • Opportunities to build strong professional networks.
• • A secure and flexible working environment with good welfare benefits.
• • A workplace in the heart of Bergen – close to both urban life and nature.
• • Salary as a Postdoctoral Fellow (position code 1352), currently corresponding to a gross annual salary of NOK 657,000 in a full-time position. Salary increases will be based on seniority in the position.
• • Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund, which provides a secure occupational pension scheme, disability and survivor benefits, as well as access to favourable housing loans.

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted electronically via the “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” link on this page. Please follow the steps in the application process and include the following:

• • Under “Application text”: Write a brief description of your research interests and motivation for applying for the position.
• • Under “CV”, include:
  • - Personal details.
  • - Relevant experience and qualifications (complete the sections applicable to you). A list of publications/scientific works may be uploaded as a separate document if preferred (publication list).
  • - Language proficiency.
  • - At least two referees, one of whom must be the main supervisor of your doctoral dissertation.
• • Under “Attachments”, upload the following as separate documents:
  • - A project proposal of up to 12.000 characters including spaces (excluding bibliography The project proposal should clearly describe the research project, including research background, main research questions, and theoretical framework. A bibliography for the proposal must be included.
  • - A progress plan for the project that takes career-promoting activities into account, and a plan for publication in internationally recognized channels.
  • - Transcripts and diplomas for your bachelor's and master's degrees must be uploaded from the Diploma Registry (Vitnemålsportalen). If not available via the registry, please upload as regular files.
  • - Documentation confirming that the doctoral thesis has been submitted for assessment.
  • - A brief summary of the PhD thesis (up to three pages).
  • - A list of any academic publications (publication list).
  • - Up to five complete academic publications may be included, if relevant.
  • - Relevant certificates documenting your qualifications, skills, experiences or qualities.

The application text, CV and attachments must be in Norwegian, another Scandinavian language or English. Documents in other languages must be accompanied by a certified translation. Attachments must be in Word or PDF format and uploaded to Jobbnorge within the application deadline. Please name all attachments clearly.

The Evaluation Committee may, in special cases, request additional documentation.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview.

Further information about the appointment process is available here.

Formal regulations:

• • Applicants who have previously held a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Bergen are not eligible to apply for this position.
• • It is a requirement that the postdoctoral project is completed during the employment period.
• • The appointed candidate is required to have their daily workplace at the University of Bergen and must comply with applicable guidelines.

General information:

Detailed information about the position can be obtained by contacting the Head of Department, Steinar Bøyum, steinar.boyum@uib.no, or research coordinator, Torfinn Huvenes, torfinn.huvenes@uib.no.

Questions or inquiries about the electronic application process can be directed to the Faculty of Humanities: fakadm@hf.uib.no.

The International Center at UiB has information about relocating to Norway for international applicants.

The University of Bergen applies the principle of public access to information when recruiting staff for academic positions. Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of applicants. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.

Diversity is a strength that enables us to solve our tasks even better. UiB therefore needs qualified employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, worldview, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.

We encourage applicants with disabilities, immigrant backgrounds, or gaps in their CV to apply. By indicating such circumstances in your application, you may receive favourable consideration. We ensure that at least one qualified applicant from each of these groups is invited for an interview as part of our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity.

Application deadline: 27 February 2026.

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