Post-doctoral Fellow
Fakultet for teknologi, kunst og design, Institutt for informasjonsteknologi

An exciting Post-doctoral fellowship in Human Computer Interaction

The Department of Computer Science and the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design currently has a vacancy for a postdoctoral fellowship with focus on Human–Computer Interaction. The department is responsible for several study programmes, including three at bachelor level and two at master level. The department is a leading institution in the universal design of information and communication technology, and offers Europe’s first master’s degree programme in this subject area.

We have achieved good results and set high standards for the quality of our teaching and research activities and of the relevance of our programmes to working life. We host several active research groups, and the faculty is currently developing a PhD programme. Find out more about the faculty and the department here.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Research and dissemination in the disciplinary field of Human-Computer Interaction/ Universal Design of Information and Communication Technologies. It is expected that the successful candidate will actively contribute to one or more of the ongoing or future projects of the research group.
• Academic-administrative tasks.

We offer

• A dynamic academic environment with opportunities for further academic development.
• A workplace that is constantly developing.
• Comprehensive welfare schemes.Norwegian language training.

Contact information

For further details about this position, contact:

Professor Weiqin Chen, telephone: +47 67 23 86 71
Associate Professor Norun C. Sanderson, telephone +47 22 45 36 52

Remuneration

Salary is set in accordance with the Norwegian State Salary Scale, job code 1352: Post-doctor wage scale 57- 70 (kr. 482 800 – 613 500).

Please apply electronically to this position by clicking on the button "Apply Through Website". All application documents submitted should be in English.

Evaluation committee

As an applicant you will be assessed by an expert evaluation committee. The application must contain:

• application, CV and copies of diplomas/certificatesa
• list of scientific papers
• up to 10 scientific publications, compiled and with a table of contents, which applicants wish to submit for consideration
• a project description describing the research ideas related to the candidate’s research field, and a plan for carrying out the research. The submission is limited to 10 pages (font size 11), including everything (text, illustrations, reference list, etc. )

The position adheres to the Norwegian Government’s policy that the national labour force should reflect the diversity of the population. Therefore, we encourage qualified candidates with immigrant background or reduced functional ability to apply for this position. HiOA is an IA (Inclusive Workplace) enterprise and operates in compliance with the Norwegian IA agreement. Questions about adaptation and the working environment may be directed to the contact persons.

Final date of application: March 10th 2015

Ref. no: 15/00525

Qualifications

• PhD in computer science/information technology. Applicants who are in the final stages of their PhD may be considered. Confirmation of completion of the PhD will be required before any fellowship can be awarded.Candidates with a PhD in another field and with long experience at a high level in Human-Computer Interaction/Universal Design of Information and Communication Technologies may, in exceptional cases, also be considered for the position.
• You must have a proven record of high-level research and development in Human–Computer Interaction, interaction design, universal design of information and communication technology or related areas.

Assessment of applications will place emphasis on applicants’ academic production and on their competence in terms of dissemination. Practical/industry-related experience in the field is also desirable, and documented skills in entrepreneurship and innovation are an advantage.

You will be expected to participate actively in the research group in Universal Design of Information and Communication Technology at the Department of Computer Science.

The postdoctoral position will be financed for two years. General criteria for appointments to post-doctoral fellow are given in the Regulations concerning Appointment and Promotion to Teaching and Research Posts; see the Regulations.

Desired skills

• We are seeking candidates who are motivated, dedicated, inquisitive, and are willing to develop their academic competence.
• Applicants must be able to work independently and on their own initiative. They must possess good interpersonal skills and an interest in contributing to developing the research group in Universal Design of Information and Communication Technology.
• Emphasis will be placed on applicants’ desire and ability to cooperate with colleagues and on personal suitability
• A high level of proficiency in written and oral English is required.

Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences (HiOA) is Norway’s largest state University College, with approximately 17000 students and 2000 employees. We conduct research in areas that are important for welfare and value creation, for instance health, education, social sciences, technology and design. HiOA has an academic stimulating environment with a variety of welfare schemes. 
Our goal is to become a leading university in the Nordics within the field of applied sciences.