Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Philosophy (EXPIRED)
Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas, University of Oslo
Job category | Postdoc or similar / Fixed term |
AOS | Open |
AOC | Philosophy of Language, Philosophy of Computing |
AOC categories |
Metaphysics and Epistemology Philosophy of Language Philosophy of Computing Ethics |
Workload | Full time |
Vacancies | 1 |
Organization's reference number | SKO 1352 |
Location | Oslo, Norway, Norway |
Start date | On or after January, 2021 |
Job description |
A Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (SKO 1352) is available at the Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas at the University of Oslo. The Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is funded by the Norwegian Research Council and is associated with the project New Frontiers of Speech: Meaning and Communication in the Information Age (https://www.hf.uio.no/ifikk/english/research/projects/meaning-and-communication-in-the-information-age/index.html). The candidate is expected to conduct research broadly connected to the project themes, in for example, areas such philosophy of language, social epistemology, philosophy of information, philosophy of technology or ethics. The position is available for a period of 2 years and 3 months, with the possibility of up to 10% teaching and administrative duties. Successful candidates may also apply to the Norwegian Research Council for up to 12 months additional funding for a research stay at a foreign institution. The successful candidate is expected to become part of the research environment/network of the project and the host department, and contribute to their development. The main purpose of postdoctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their disciplines. Qualification requirements are:
The doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the application closing date. Appointment is dependent on the conferral of the doctoral thesis. In the evaluation of the applications, emphasis will be placed on:
The position offers:
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How to apply | |
Application type | Online |
Instructions |
How to apply:
The application must include
Application letter describing the applicant’s qualifications and motivation for the position
Curriculum Vitae (with a list of education, positions, teaching experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activities)
List of publications
Description of research (3 - 5 pages). The description must present a feasible plan for research to be undertaken for the duration of the position. It is expected that the applicant will be able to complete the project during the period of appointment.
Three academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered.
In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications, the project description and the quality of the project as well as the candidates motivation and personal suitability.
Please note that all documents must be in English or a Scandinavian language.
Letters of recommendation, diplomas, certificates, doctoral thesis and other academic works may be requested later.
The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system.
Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
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Web address to apply | https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/191... |
Hard deadline | November 30, 2020, 6:59pm CET |
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Web address for more information | https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/191... |
Contact name | Rachel Katharine Sterken |
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Time created | September 30, 2020, 11:45am UTC |
Scheduled expiry date | November 30, 2020, 6:59pm CET |
Expired on | December 1, 2020, 7:46pm CET |
Last updated | January 31, 2021, 3:00pm UTC |
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