Assistant Professor in Technology Management and Innovation - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Computer Science offers three bachelor’s degree programmes and a master’s degree programme, in addition to research and development activities. The department has approximately 70 staff members and 800 students.

There are currently several research groups at the Computer Science Department. More information about the Department of Computer Science and the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design can be found here.

The Department of Computer Science has a vacancy for a permanent position as Assistant Professor in Technology Management and Innovation. The startdate is 1st January 2021.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Teaching, supervision and assessment for the course Technology Management and other courses related to innovation, entrepreneurship and business understanding
• Contributing to development of courses at Bachelor's level
• Contributing to development of courses and programs within OsloMet’s Life-long learning portfolio
• Academic-administrative tasks

Qualifications requirements

• Masters degree in technology management or a closely related fields relevant to innovation, entrepreneurship, digitalization, organisations and leadership
• Experience and teaching competence in technology management, innovation, entrepreneurship and digitalisation
• Proficiency in oral and written Norwegian, or a Scandinavian language, is required
• The applicant must document relevant educational theory and practice for higher education. Applicants who are unable to document basic teaching qualifications on appointment, must acquire these qualifications within two years. OsloMet offers a course on Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (UHPED), in English together with the University of Oslo, that meets this requirement.
• Proficiency in oral and written English is required.

General criteria for appointments to academic positions are covered by the Regulations for appointment and promotion to academic posts.

General criteria for evaluating educational competence is described by OsloMets criterias for evaluating educational competence.

When evaluating the applications, we will emphasize

• Pedagogical skills and teaching experience
• Ability to communicate and cooperate with students and colleagues
• An interest in building educational programmes of high-quality, a keenness to develop teaching and supervision skills, and an interest in digital and innovative educational techniques and practices 
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt teaching and research to the needs of OsloMet and the department, including interdisciplinary collaboration
• Knowledge in the fields of marketing, business economics, project management, leadership, and organisational strategy will be advanteageous but is not a requirement for the position. Familiarity with technological and engineering-related fields will be also be an advantage.

Personal qualities necessary for the position

• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Personal skills relevant for a good working environment
• Excellent cooperation and communication skills

OsloMet evaluates teaching qualifications in conjunction with interviews.

It is important for 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. If there are periods where you have not been in work, under education or in training, you are also welcome to apply.

Application process 

By the application deadline, please upload the following documents together with your application:

• CV (including teaching and supervision experience and the name and contact information of at least three references)
• Copies of certificates/diplomas (including formal education in pedagogics, if applicable)
• Other relevant documentation

OsloMet has signed and commited the institution to follow the recommendations in the DORA- decleration.

You must upload all the documents in order for your application to be processed.  The documents must be in either English or a Scandinavian language. Translations must be authorized. 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 hilde.tverseth@oslomet.no

We offer

• An exciting job opportunity at Norway’s third largest and most urban university
• Opportunities for academic development in a professional research environment
• Interaction with a diverse student group
• Loan and pension arrangements through the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Beneficial welfare schemes and a wide range of sports and cultural offers
• Free Norwegian language classes to employees and their partners

Practical information about relocation to Oslo and living in Norway

The position is remunerated in accordance with the Norwegian State salary scale 51-66, job code 1009 Assistant Professor. The salary is NOK 456 400-594 400 per year. A higher salary may be considered for particularly well-qualified applicants.

Other information

For more information about the position, feel free to contact:

• Head of Department Laurence Habib, e-post: Laurence.habib@oslomet.no, telephone: +47 67 23 86 57

If you wish to apply for the position, please do so via our application portal.

Deadline for applications:   20.10.2020

Ref. no:                             20/07884