Assistant professor in cancer nursing - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

There is a vacancy for an assistant professor (universitetslektor) in 100% of a full-time position at the Department of Nursing and Health Promotion at the Faculty of Health Sciences, affiliated to the specialisation in Cancer Nursing in the master’s degree programme in Health Science. The position is primarily a full-time position, but 80% of a full-time position may be considered in combination with another relevant clinical position, primarily in cancer care. The person appointed should preferably take up the position as soon as possible. 

The educational programme in cancer nursing is in an interesting phase of development, where this specialisation forms part of a master’s degree programme. This is a rapidly developing field and we are looking for applicants with strong engagement and expertise in cancer nursing. The person appointed will have the opportunity to develop the field alongside their capable colleagues. 
 
Extensive research activity is conducted at the department, which has nine established research groups. The Faculty of Health Sciences has two PhD programmes, one in behavioural analysis and one in health sciences.  

Tasks and responsibilities

• teach and supervise students
• contribute to good collaboration with the field of practice 
• actively contribute to the development of high-quality education
• contribute to developing new forms of assessment and perform student assessments 
• perform academic and administrative tasks
• contribute to development and research work at the department, with a particular focus on issues of relevance to cancer nursing

The successful applicant may also be asked to teach other programmes at the department.  

Qualification requirements 

• master’s degree in a relevant field
• Norwegian authorisation as a general nurse
• further education in cancer nursing 
• clinical experience as a cancer nurse/ Nursing professional Development Specialist during the past five years 
• experience of using digital teaching tools
• good written and oral presentation skills in one of the Scandinavian languages and English

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 Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (UHPED) that meets this requirement.  
 
General criteria for appointment to teaching and research positions are set out in the Regulations concerning Appointment and Promotion to Teaching and Research Posts. 

The following would be an advantage

• experience of teaching and/or supervision at university/university college level
• expertise in evidence-based practice
• experience of scientific publication 

We are looking for a candidate 

• who has good cooperation skills
• who is flexible and solution-oriented
• who can handle stress expediently and, at times, manage a large workload
• who is engaged in the field
• who can work in an independent and structured manner

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 make adaptations to the workplace if required. You are also welcome to apply for a position with us if you have had periods where you have not been in employment, education or training. 

Application process 

If you wish to apply for the position, please apply electronically by clicking the button "Apply for this job". We only consider applications submitted through our electronic recruitment system, and all documents must be uploaded in order for your application to be considered. The documents must be in a Scandinavian language or English. Translations must be government authorised, and you may be asked to present originals if you are invited for an interview. OsloMet checks documents in order to give candidates a proper evaluation and ensure fair competition. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 
 
You must upload the following documents by the deadline for applications:

• application letter
• CV, references and all pages of certificates/diplomas 
• preferably two references with contact information

If you have documents that cannot be uploaded electronically, please contact Sofie Rabo Carlsen via email at soca@oslomet.no. 

We offer

• interesting work 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
• good loan and pension arrangements with the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund 
• beneficial welfare arrangements and a wide range of sports and cultural activities 
• free Norwegian language classes to employees and their partners/spouses

The salary for the position is in accordance with the Basic Collective Agreement for state employees and OsloMet’s pay policy for position code 1009, universitetslektor, pay grade 51–66, i.e. NOK 468,300–604,700 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 programme Liv Hovelsrud, tel. (+47) 67 23 61 12/mobile (+47) 900 17 828 or email liv.hovelsrud@oslomet.no
• for questions of an administrative nature, contact Sofie Rabo Carlsen at soca@oslomet.no.

Final date for applications: 26th of October 2021 
Ref: 21/10244