Associate Professor in Networks and Security

The Department of Computer Science has one 100% permanent position as Associate Professor in Networks and Security. 

Your main duties and areas of responsibility will be to:

• teach and supervise at bachelor’s and master’s levels
• help develop the department’s study and degree programs
• perform academic administrative tasks
• be a driving force in the development of large-scale research projects and applications for external funding together with colleagues in the academic community
• take the initiative to and further develop research collaborations with national and international partners
• guide students, including Ph.D. candidates, in their research and professional growth
• developing and enhance curricula in networking, cloud computing, and cybersecurity

Qualification requirements

• doctoral degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Communication Technology, or a closely related field
• proven academic record in research activities with dissemination or publication in one or several of the following areas: Networking, Mobile network security, Threat Intelligence, IoT, 5G/6G, or AI cybersecurity
• cross disciplinary research experience between the fields mentioned above and other emerging technologies, such as AI
• educational pedagogical competence in accordance with OsloMet’s Guidelines for the assessment of educational competence at OsloMet
• written and oral proficiency in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language, and English

Applicants who do not have adequate proficiency in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language, shall be offered Norwegian courses, and must acquire Norwegian skills corresponding to at least level B2 within three years of appointment.

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

Emphasis will be placed on

• teaching experience, skills, and enthusiasm for instructing and mentoring bachelor’s and master’s students
• flexibility in adapting teaching and research to meet departmental and OsloMet’s needs, including interdisciplinary collaboration
• demonstrated capacity to go for external research funding independently, and/or leading and participating in research initiatives, projects, and collaborations
• actively contributing to the continued development of high-quality education in the department such as course development activities
• capability to foster a supportive environment, develop research projects, and demonstrate innovation
• good collaboration and communication skills
• ability to share scientific knowledge and engage with the public through media, lectures, and community involvement
• strong written and spoken communication skills in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language

Personal suitability will be emphasized.

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 endeavors to further develop OsloMet as an inclusive workplace and to adapt to 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.

We can offer you

• exciting professional assignments at Norway’s third largest university
• participation in research groups and a creative and inspiring academic community
• opportunities for academic development and time for research and development work
• good welfare schemes and a wide range of sports and cultural offers
• loan and pension arrangements with the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund 

Employee benefits and information about relocating to Norway at the website Work for us.

The position is paid in accordance with the Norwegian State main tariff agreements and OsloMet's salary policy in position code 1011 Associate professor NOK. 667 700 – 821 100. For particularly well-qualified applicants, a higher salary can be considered. 

The application process

If you wish to apply for the position, please apply electronically in our recruitment system. 

You will be assessed by an expert committee. Please upload the following documents together with your application by the application deadline: 

• application letter
• CV, reference letters, and all pages of certificates/diplomas
• a complete list of publications
• up to 10 scholarly works with an overview, including Ph.D.-dissertation if relevant
• two references with contact information
• documentation of educational competence including a profiling document

We only consider applications submitted through our electronic recruitment system, and all documents must be uploaded for your application to be considered. The documents must be in a Scandinavian language or English. Translations must be authorized, and you will be asked to present originals if you are invited for an interview. OsloMet verifies documents to give candidates a proper evaluation and ensure fair competition. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Before the application papers are forwarded to the expert committee, all applications will be reviewed by the faculty. Applications from applicants who do not meet the formal qualification requirements will not be forwarded for assessment.

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. A background check may be conducted to verify information in submitted CVs and available documents. Background checks are not conducted without the consent of the applicant and relevant applicants will receive further information about this.

Other information

If you want further information about the position, you can contact:

• Head of Group Boning Feng, +47 67 23 87 14, email: boningf@oslomet.no.

Deadline for application: 03.10.2025
Ref: 25/09757