Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Associate Professor in Runology and Older Scandinavian language is providing by the University of Oslo.

Eligibility

• PhD or equivalent academic qualifications within runologyDocumented interest in and ability to teach and carry out research on runology and older Scandinavian language history.
• Documented pedagogical skills (either a teaching course certificate or based on teaching experience),
• The Documented potential for project acquisition
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English and Norwegian or another Scandinavian language (see Formal regulations)
• Personal suitability and motivation for the position
• The following qualifications will count in the assessment of the applicants:
• Academic qualifications and academic production in runology and the older history of the Scandinavian languages, with emphasis on works published within the last 5 years. Originality and innovative thinking will be weighted more heavily than quantity.
• International peer-reviewed publications
• Experience with research projects
• Potential to contribute to the long-term development of the academic and research environment at the Department
• Pedagogical qualifications, documented results from teaching and supervision, and disposition to inspire students
• Interest and ability in leadership and administration
• Ability to create and contribute to a positive environment for collaboration
• Experience with and ability to build international networks
• Skills within popular dissemination, public outreach and innovation
• In the evaluation of the qualified candidates, the full range of these criteria will be explicitly addressed and assessed.

How to apply