University lecturer/Assistant professor in Robotics

OsloMet is looking for someone with talent and passion for teaching in areas such as industrial robotics, including fixed robots and mobile robots, and a positive attitude towards students.

The Department of Mechanical, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering (MEK) has a vacant position as University lecturer/Assistant professor in Robotics. The position will involve teaching in areas such as industrial robotics, including fixed robots (with an emphasis on articulated robots and SCARA robots) and mobile robots (such as AMRs, AGVs, and humanoid robots). The candidate is also expected to participate in RDI activities within robotics in line with the department’s existing research activities.

The department emphasizes teaching and supervision, and our goal is that the students acquire and develop solid theoretical knowledge and practical as well as social skills in a supportive learning environment. 

We are looking for someone who can actively strengthen and develop our existing RDI activities within industrial automation. Earlier experience with applying and securing external funding is considered positively in the evaluation for this position. Experience from development work in, or in close collaboration with the industry will also be evaluated positively.

In addition, you are expected to strengthen and shape the academic environment at the university in general, including interdisciplinary work across departments at TKD, as well as other faculties at OsloMet in line with TKD and OsloMet strategies.

Your main duties and areas of responsibility will be

• Planning, developing, and delivering courses at bachelor level and possibly at master level. 
• Planning and developing laboratory exercises in collaboration with laboratory engineers.
• Supervision of students in bachelor thesis work and possibly in master thesis work. 
• Actively contributing to the development of the study programs and the pedagogical methods at MEK.
• Participate in RDI activities within robotics including participation in applications for internal and external funding. 
• Performing administrative tasks related to educational and RDI activities. 

Qualification requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in an engineering field such as robotics, cybernetics, mechatronics, automation, electrical engineering, or master’s degree or equivalent in computer science or information technology.
• Knowledge and experience in industrial robotic systems, including programming, integration, and operation of industrial robots (including but not limited to articulated robots, SCARA robots, Cartesian Robots, and parallel robots).
• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration and RDI projects in robotics
• Experience with teaching and/or supervision in higher education or equivalent.
• Experience from collaborating with, or direct experience from, relevant industry.
• Educational competence in accordance with OsloMet’s guidelines:
• Written and oral proficiency in Norwegian, Swedish or Danish (minimum level B2), 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.

It will be an advantage if you have

• Background in electrical engineering.
• Good written and oral communication skills in Norwegian. 
• Documented competence in Robotics Operating Systems (ROS) or similar platforms and their application in robotic development and education.
• Industrial work experience from automation projects and demonstrated skills in implementation of industrial automation and communication systems.
• Experience in supervision of bachelor and master thesis work.
• Good match between background and the bachelor program in electrical engineering: specialization in automation, and the ACIT master program: specialization in robotics and control.
• Pedagogical education, a willingness to develop professional and teaching skills, and an interest in digital and innovative teaching techniques and methods.

Personal qualities

• Ability to motivate and inspire students and colleagues.
• Excellent cooperation and communication skills.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt teaching and RDI activities to the needs of the department and OsloMet, including interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to build communities and networks, RDI projects, and to demonstrate fresh thinking and innovation.

Emphasis will be placed on personal suitability

 OsloMet will test the candidates’ educational 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 endeavors to further develop OsloMet as an inclusive workplace and to make adaptations to the workplace where 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.

We offer you

• An exciting job opportunity with interesting responsibilities at Norway's third largest university.
• Opportunity to be a part of a dynamic professional environment and unique academic network.
• Beneficial pension arrangements with the Norwegian State Pension Fund.
• Comprehensive welfare benefits and a broad selection of cultural and sports activities,
• Relocation support, cultural courses and on boarding services.

If you are hired for the position, you must live in a location that allows you to be physically present and available to the institute."
Practical information about relocation to Oslo and living in Norway

The salary for the position is in accordance with the Basic Collective Agreement for state employees and OsloMets pay policy for Assistant Professorin code 1009 corresponding to NOK 513.100 - NOK 614.000 per year. A higher salary may be considered for particularly well-qualified applicants. From the salary, 2% will be deducted in pension contributions for the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK).

Application Process

If you wish to apply for the position, you must do so through our recruitment system.

Please upload the following documents within the application deadline:

• Application letter
• CV, reference letters, and all pages of certificates/diplomas. Foreign education should be pre-approved, and a letter of approval must be attached. Information: Recognition of foreign education - to work in Norway | HK-dir
• A complete list of potential publications
• Teaching portfolio documenting educational competence in accordance with OsloMet's guidelines
•  Preferably two references with contact information 

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 can 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.

Background checks may be conducted to verify information provided in the CV and other available documents. Such checks will not be carried out without the applicant’s consent, and relevant candidates will receive further information about this process. The selected candidate, after approving the position, must live in a location enabling them to be physically present at and available to the Department.

Other information

If you would like more information about the position, feel free to contact:

• Head of Department, Astrid Oust Janbu, tlf. +47 915 14 326. , e-post: astridj@oslomet.no