Associate professor (førsteamanuensis) in prosthetics and orthotics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

There is a vacancy available for an associate professor (førsteamanuensis) in prosthetics and orthotics at the Department of Occupational Therapy, Prosthetics and Orthotics from 1 April 2020. The Prosthetics and Orthotics programme is a nation-wide study programme that produces candidates for work all over Norway. Prosthetists are in high demand, and the academic community at OsloMet has seen an increase in educational and research activities in the past years.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• teaching and supervising in theory, skills training and practical training in the field of prosthetics and orthotics
• teaching and supervising at bachelor’s, master’s and PhD level
• developing, implementing and evaluating courses
• strengthening research activity in the field through research, publication and dissemination actively
• contributing to obtaining external research funding together with colleagues in the field
• taking the initiative to and further developing research collaborations with national and international partners in practical training, education and research in the field

Qualification requirements:

• education at PhD level.
• authorisation as a prosthetist
• documented teaching and supervision experience
• good oral and written communication skills

Research fellows in the final stage of their PhDs are encouraged to apply. If no applicants with associate professor qualifications apply, applicants qualified for appointment as assistant professor (universitetslektor) who are interested in academic development will be considered for the position.

The applicant must be able to document relevant teaching qualifications. Applicants who are unable to document basic teaching qualifications upon appointment must achieve such qualifications within two years. OsloMet offers a programme in university pedagogy (UHPED) that meets this requirement.

Good oral and written presentation skills in English are required. Applicants who do not have adequate proficiency in a Scandinavian language upon appointment must acquire Norwegian skills corresponding to at least level B2 within three years of appointment.

General criteria for appointment to teaching and research positions are set out in the Regulations for appointment and promotion to academic posts.

The following would be an advantage:

• experience of digital learning methods
• expertise in interprofessional learning and cooperation

We will emphasise the following:

• scientific production from the past six years
• experience of research networking
• ability to obtain project funding
• teaching and supervision experience at different degree levels
• teaching skills
• good digital skills

Personal qualities required for the position

• commitment to the discipline and the ability to motivate and inspire students and colleagues
• the ability to cooperate and build relations
• positive contribution to the working environment
• great work capacity and the ability to work independently
• good communication skills
• resourceful and flexible

OsloMet will test teaching qualifications in connection with interviews.

It is important to OsloMet to reflect the population of our region, and all qualified candidates are welcome to apply. We make active endeavours to further develop OsloMet as an inclusive workplace and to adapt the workplace if required. You are also welcome to apply for a position with us if you have experienced periods where you have not been in employment, education or training.

Expert assessment

Applications will be assessed by an expert committee. Please upload the following documents together with your application by the final date for applications:

• CV, references and all pages of certificates/diplomas
• a list of scholarly works

You must upload all of these documents in order for your application to be processed. The documents must be in either English or a Scandinavian language. Translations must be government authorised. Originals must be presented if you are invited for an interview. OsloMet checks documents in order to give you as a candidate a proper evaluation and ensure fair competition.

If you have documents that cannot be uploaded electronically, please contact turi@oslomet.no.

We offer

• an exciting work opportunity at Norway’s third biggest and most urban University
• the possibility of academic development and participation in a research Group
• contact with a diverse student group
• loan and pension arrangements with the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• good welfare arrangements and a wide range of sports and cultural activities available
• working location in downtown Oslo with multiple cultural offers

Practical information about relocation to Oslo and living in Norway

The salary for the position is in accordance with the Basic Collective Agreement for state employees and OsloMet’s pay policy for the position code and title, pay grade 60–74, i.e. NOK 532,300–691,400 per year. A higher salary may be considered for particularly well-qualified applicants.

Other information

If you would like more information about the position, feel free to contact:

• Head of Department Mona Dahl (+47) 472 87 141

If you wish to apply for the position, please apply electronically by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.

Deadline for applications: 26.02.2020

Ref.: 20/01310