Professor of Mathematics Education - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

There is a vacant, permanent full-time position as Professor of Mathematics Education at the Department of Primary- and Secondary Teacher Education at the Faculty of Education and International Studies from 1. August 2021.       

The position advertised is included in the mathematics section, which currently has approx. 35 members, whose areas of on-going research include knowledge for teaching mathematics, inclusive mathematics education, beginning mathematics education, assessment, algebraic thinking, proof and argument. Many of the members of the section are participants in the OsloMet research and development group “Task Design in Mathematics”.  The section covers the teaching of mathematics in all courses offered by the department, enjoys fine interpersonal relations and offers a good working environment.

Read more about the faculty, the department and our research groups here. 

Duties:

• Initiate and carry out research and development work. The profile of the faculty is teacher education, so profession-oriented research and development work is emphasised. It is important that the appointed candidate is willing to focus on research that is relevant to professional practice.
• be a driving force in the development and management of major research projects and applications for external funding
• initiate and further develop research collaboration with national and international partners
• play a key role in the further development of the expert committee and the department’s study programmes
• teach and supervise at the bachelor's, master’s, and, if relevant, Ph.D. levels, as well as in continuing and further education programmes
• follow up students in practical training
• disseminate research results to the international academic community and society in general
• actively contribute to the development of high-quality education
• carry out academic administrative tasks

Required qualifications:

• professor qualifications in Mathematics/Mathematics Education
• The applicant must be able to document relevant educational theory and practice. 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 of starting in the position.
• If there are no qualified applicants, we may consider an appointment to a temporary position as (Professor) on the condition that the appointee qualifies for a permanent position within three years.

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

• Extensive research and development work of relevance to the position. Emphasis will be placed on publications from the past six years.
• experience with research networks and project management involving external funding
• experience with teaching and supervision at the bachelor’s, master’s, and, if relevant, Ph.D. levels
• knowledge and/or experience of mathematics education; in particular, beginning mathematics education, algorithmic thinking and/or programming
• knowledge and/or experience of teaching in school or teacher education
• teaching skills
• experience with academic management
• digital proficiency, including experience with student-active and digital learning tools
• 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.

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

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

Oslo Metropolitan University strives to ensure that our employees reflect the diversity of the population of the region. We work continuously to further develop Oslo Metropolitan University as an inclusive workplace, and to adapt the workplace if required. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, also those who have experienced periods without work, education or training.

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

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.

We offer:

• an exciting job opportunity at Norway’s third largest university
• participation in a dynamic and diverse academic community
• opportunities for professional development
• time for profession-oriented research and development work
• participation in research groups
• loan and pension arrangements with the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Norwegian language classes for employees (free of charge)

Practical information about relocation to Oslo and living in Norway.

Other information:

For further information about the position, please contact:

Head of programme Marianne Dæhlen, mobile: +47 951 17 788 / E-mail: marida@oslomet.no
Head of section George Harry Hitching, mobile: +47 953 64 944 / E-mail: gehahi@oslomet.no

The salary for the position is in accordance with the pay scale for state employees: The annual salary for professor (code 1013) is from NOK 704 900 to NOK 906 000. A higher salary may be considered for particularly well-qualified applicants. A contribution of 2% to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund is deducted from the salary.

To apply for the position, please apply electronically by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.