Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis or førstelektor) in drama - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

There are 1-2 vacant, permanent full-time positions as Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis or førstelektor) in drama at the Department of Early Childhood Education at the Faculty of Education and International Studies from 1 January 2021.        

The Department of Early Childhood Education has approximately 2000 students and 115 academic staff members and is located in the centre of Oslo. The department offers the Bachelor Programme in Early Childhood Education and Care, the M. Phil. Programme in Early Childhood Education, courses taught in English and further and continuing education programmes. The Faculty offers a Ph.D. in Education. The Department collaborates extensively with kindergartens and other institutions relevant to our work.

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It is important for appointed candidates to develop the subject of drama in relation to other subjects, at the same time as drama is professionally maintained and developed as a subject in and of itself.

The Department of Early Childhood Education is actively working to develop its flexible and online-based teaching portfolio. Appointed candidates must therefore be able to teach and advise students via digital media, as well as carry out research and other teaching assignments, including continuing and further education. Appointed candidates will possibly also teach courses (all levels) that are linked to study programs affiliated with departments other than the Department of Early Childhood Education. 

Duties:

• teach and supervise at the bachelor's, master’s and, if relevant, Ph.D. levels, as well as in continuing and further education programmes
• maintain contact and cooperation with the field of practice, in relation with the bachelor student’s placement periods
• contribute to the further development of the academic community and the department’s study programmes
• carry out your own research and development, focusing on issues regarding the profession.
• carry out academic administrative tasks
• active contribution to the development of a high-quality education
• active contribution to the development of the Department, and OsloMet in general
• participate in the development of major research projects and applications for external funding in collaboration with colleagues
• collaborate with national and international research partners

The profile of the faculty is teacher education, so profession-oriented research and development work is emphasised. It is important that the appointed candidates are willing to focus on research that is relevant to professional practice.

Required qualifications:

• To be appointed to a position of Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis), a candidate must hold a doctorate degree such as a Ph.D. degree in relevant field related to drama, or the equivalent.
• To be appointed to a position of Associate Professor (førstelektor), a candidate must hold a graduate degree in relevant field related to drama, or the equivalent, meeting the requirements at least equivalent to that of a master’s degree as specified by NOKUT. For details, see https://www.nokut.no/en/foreign-education/nokuts-criteria-for-general-recognition-of-foreign-higher-education/. In addition, documentation of research and development work corresponding in quality and scope to that required for a doctorate degree, is required.
• If there are not sufficiently appropriately qualified applicants to fill the vacant positions with persons meeting the requirements for the title of Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis/førstelektor), applicants may be appointed to the position of Assistant Professor (universitetslektor), on the condition that the appointee qualifies for a permanent position within three years, (according to act: UH-loven § 6-5). In this case, applicants who have started the process of qualifying for the position of Associate Professor, such as Ph.D. candidates who have yet to submit their dissertations, will be prioritised. Applicants who don’t have the associate professor qualification, and they have the motivation for higher qualification will be appreciated and considered.   
• To be appointed to a position of Assistant Professor (universitetslektor), a candidate must have completed a master’s degree in relevant field related to drama, or the equivalent, from a university, university college, or the equivalent. NOKUT specifies the requirements of a degree at this level in Norway: https://www.nokut.no/en/foreign-education/nokuts-criteria-for-general-recognition-of-foreign-higher-education/
• Applicants must be able to document relevant educational theory and practice qualifications. Applicants who are unable to document basic teaching qualifications upon appointment, must acquire these qualifications within two years. Oslo Metropolitan University offers a course on Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (UHPED), in English and in collaboration with the University of Oslo, that meets this requirement.
• Proficiency in oral and written English is required. Applicants who do not have adequate proficiency in a Scandinavian language must acquire Norwegian skills corresponding to at least level B2 within three years after starting in the position. 

General criteria for appointments to academic posts are found in the Regulations for appointment and promotion to academic posts.

In the assessment and ranking of qualified applicants, emphasis will be placed on:

• research and development work of relevance to the position
  Emphasis will be placed on publications from the past six years.
• knowledge of or experience in the field of early childhood education
• knowledge of or experience with the educational system of early childhood education
• experience with teaching at the bachelor’s and master’s levels
• experience with supervision at different levels
• teaching skills
• digital proficiency, including experience with student-active and digital learning tools
• experience with research networks and externally funded projects the ability to communicate and collaborate with students and colleagues
• personal qualities that can contribute positively to the working environment
• good oral and written presentation skills in a Scandinavian language and English

Applicants whose first language is not one of the Scandinavian languages, must document both oral and written language skills. 

Oslo Metropolitan University tests teaching qualifications through trial lectures held in connection with interviews. 

It is important that Oslo Metropolitan University reflect the population of the region. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We make active endeavours to further develop Oslo Metropolitan University as an inclusive workplace, and to adapt the workplace if required. If there are periods when you have not had work, been enrolled in an educational program or in training, you are also welcome to apply. 

Application process:
The following documents must be uploaded before the deadline:

• application letter
• CV
• all pages of certificates and diplomas
• complete list of publications
• up to ten scholarly works and an overview of them, including your Ph.D. dissertation if relevant
• two references with contact information 

You must upload all the documents in order for your application to be processed.  The documents must be in a Scandinavian language or English. Translations must be government authorised, and originals must be presented in connection with interviews. Oslo Metropolitan University checks documents in order to ensure a proper evaluation of all candidates and ensure fair competition. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applicants will be assessed by an expert committee. All applications will be reviewed by the faculty before the application papers are forwarded to the expert committee. Applications from applicants who are not qualified, will not be forwarded for assessment.

If you have documents that cannot be uploaded electronically, please contact Ingrid Andvin Tsolakis: iats@oslomet.no 

We offer: 

• an exciting job opportunity at Norway’s third largest university
• participation in research groups
• opportunities for academic development in a professional research environment
• a creative and inspiring academic environment
• interaction with a diverse student body
• loan and pension arrangements with the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Norwegian language classes for employees (free of charge)
• Beneficial welfare schemes and a wide range of sports and cultural offerings
• Working location in downtown Oslo 

Practical information about relocation to Oslo and living in Norway

Further information:
For further information about the position, please contact: 

• Head of Programme, Hege Løberg, phone: + 47 93407103/ email: hege.loberg@oslomet.no
• Head of Department, Helene Lund, phone: + 47 93485608/ email: helelu@oslomet.no

 The salary for the position is in accordance with the pay scale for state employees:

The annual salary range for Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis, position code 1011 or førstelektor, position code 1198) is NOK 532 300 – NOK 691 400. The annual salary range for Assistant Professor (universitetslektor, position code 1009) is NOK 456 400–NOK 594 400. A higher salary may be considered for particularly qualified applicants. A contribution of 2% to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

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