Open Positions

One open researcher position of a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Oslo

The group of Networks and Distributed systems at the Informatics Department, University of Oslo has one position of a postdoctoral research fellow available in the framework of the Tidal News project.

The project is co-hosted with the University of Stavanger. The research will be carried out in collaboration several highly reputed research groups, including the Computer Systems group of VU University Amsterdam, the Middleware Systems Research Group at the University of Toronto, Canada, the University of Trento, Italy, and the University of California, San Diego. 

In addition to the main research activities, the position carries the following responsibilities:

1. Coordination of collaboration between all national and international partners. 
2. Facilitation of cooperation between 3 PhD students employed in the project as well as 2-3 other PhD students and a number of master students working in intersecting areas.
3. Participation in the dissemination of results.

Suitable Background and Requirements

Applicants must have a degree in Computer Science, or in a related study, with excellent results. They must also be able to demonstrate interest in scientific research. The ideal candidate for the position will have strong background in distributed systems.

You may apply if you have not yet completed your degree, but expect to do so before the position starts.

University of Oslo is an equal opportunity employer.

Knowledge of Norwegian is not a prerequisite for application. English is our working language for research. Most people in Norway can communicate conveniently in English. The current PhD students and postdocs in our group are coming from more than 5 different countries. We also have an international master's degree program in computer science that attracts students from many different countries.

Details about Employment

A postdoc position is a regular job with social benefits and with salary starting from 456.100 NOK per year. The position is for the period of one year.

Host Institution and Environment

The University of Oslo is Norway's largest and oldest institution of higher education. Founded in 1811, today the University of Oslo has approx. 30,000 students and 4,600 employees. Four Nobel Prize winners indicate the quality of the research at the University. The Department of Informatics has been a home to a number of world-renown scientists, such as Turing Award recipients Prof. Dahl and Prof. Nygaard.

The group of Networks and Distributed Systems offers a work environment that is well equipped with the newest hard- and software technology. The research group has tight bonds with Simula Research Laboratory. Furthermore, we have well established links to national and international research institutions. We conduct collaborative research projects that are funded by Norwegian research funds, and the European Community.

The country, also known for its unique scenic beauty, has been ranked by the UN as having the highest standard of living in the world. Oslo is considered one of the sunniest places in Northern Europe, with summer temperatures averaging 21 degrees Celsius.

Futher information can be found on this page.

How to Apply

Here is the link to the official application page. Inquiries for additional information can be sent to Associate Professor Roman Vitenberg.