18 MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships: The University of Oslo is offering 18 postdoctoral fellowship positions under the DSTrain program, a 5-year postdoctoral program managed by the “dScience – Centre for Computational and Data Sciences.” The program, funded by the EU Horizon Europe MSCA COFUND, emphasizes data science, computational science, natural sciences, and technology. The fellowships are for 36 months each, with the 1st cohort starting their projects in Autumn 2024.
- 🌐 About DSTrain Program:
- 5-year postdoctoral program by dScience at the University of Oslo.
- Partly funded by EU Horizon Europe under MSCA – COFUND.
- 36 postdoctoral fellowship positions in data science for 36 months each.
- Open for applications for the 1st cohort of 18 positions starting autumn 2024.
- 📚 Qualification Requirements:
- Candidates in the upper segment with relevant academic credentials.
- Must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in specified fields.
- MSCA eligibility criteria, including transnational mobility rules.
- Desired qualifications include experience with interdisciplinary research projects and computational methods.
- 🌍 Research Themes:
- Interdisciplinary themes with essential use of computational methods.
- Projects in Astrophysics, Biosciences, Chemistry, Geosciences, Informatics, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Physics, and Technology systems.
- Applicants formulate research projects within these themes.
- 🎓 Personal Skills:
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Independent thinking, creativity, leadership, and mentoring abilities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- 💼 Offer:
- Salary range NOK 575,400 – 657,300 per annum.
- Attractive welfare benefits, generous pension agreement.
- Vibrant international academic environment, postdoctoral development programs.
- Application deadline: 14th April 2024.
- 📄 Application Requirements:
- Cover letter, project description, CV, list of publications, academic works.
- Completed DSTrain forms, ethical issues form, educational certificates.
- Names and contacts of 2-3 references.
- Application deadline: 14th April 2024.
- 🏛️ Formal Regulations:
- Guidelines and regulations for appointments to Postdoctoral fellowships.
- Possibility of employment extension for research stays abroad.
- Inclusion and diversity emphasized.
- 📞 Contact Information:
- For information, contact DSTrain Project Management Office via email: contact-dstrain@mn.uio.no.
- For recruitment system questions, contact HR Adviser Torunn Standal Guttormsen via email: t.s.guttormsen@mn.uio.no.
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships in Computational and Natural Sciences – 18 Positions
| Designation | Research Area | Location | Eligibility/Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Research Fellow | Computational Science, Natural Sciences, Data Science, Technology | University of Oslo, Norway | PhD in relevant field, fluent in English, must meet MSCA eligibility criteria (mobility rules, possession of a doctoral degree). |
Job Description:
- Conduct groundbreaking research emphasizing interaction between data science, computational science, natural sciences, and technology.
- Work within research groups across scientific disciplines with a focus on computationally skilled researchers.
- Postdoctoral fellows will be integrated into excellent research environments, providing opportunities for innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- The program includes cross-sectorial secondment opportunities.
- Develop individual-driven research projects and contribute to the overall goals of the DSTrain program.
How to Apply:
- Submit applications via Jobbnorge.no recruitment site.
- Include a cover letter, project description, CV, list of publications, completed DSTrain forms, copies of educational certificates, and names/contact details of references.
Last Date for Apply: 14 April 2024, closes at 23:59, Central European Time
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