Faculty of Technology, Art and Design, Department of Mechanical, Electronics and Chemical Engineering

Oslo Metropolitan University is Norway's third largest university with almost 22,000 students and over 2,500 employees. We have campuses in central Oslo and at Romerike. OsloMet educates students and conducts research that contributes to the sustainability of the Norwegian welfare state and the metropolitan region.

The Faculty of Technology, Art and Design (TKD) offers higher education and research and development (R&D) activities within technical subjects, arts and design. The Faculty has approximately 4.000 students and 400 staff members and is situated at Pilestredet Campus in downtown Oslo and at Kjeller Campus in Viken.


Job Description

A Postdoctoral Fellow position in the field of ‘Software Development for Rain Solutions’ is offered for the period of 2 years, with a possible extension, in the Department of Mechanical, Electronics and Chemical Engineering at Oslo Metropolitan University.

The candidate will work on a project entitled ‘Research-based Assessment of Integrated approaches to Nature-based Solutions (RainSolutions)’ funded by the European Commission and The Research Council of Norway.

The project is with the collaboration of many partners from various countries such as Sweden, The Netherlands, Spain etc. which demands occasional travels for partner meetings. More information is available on: https://www.rainsolutions.info.

RainSolutions addresses predominantly enabling sustainable management of water resources and developing new guidelines and knowledge management approaches. In particular, it focuses on providing numerical tools for sustainable integrative water management.

The main duty of the candidate is the development of the integrated framework for Nature-based solutions assessment. The framework will contain a toolbox type repository of tools, methods, technologies and standards/guidelines. The aim is to customise all this to support urban planners, consultants and other stakeholders/end-users in making decisions concerning the planning and design at various scales. The central part of the framework will be a decision support type tool that will enable selection of optional intervention strategies by using multiple criteria based on wide-ranging benefits and costs.

Main duties of the position

  • Research on the state of the art of rain solutions and its legal status globally
  • Conduct experiments using machine learning techniques
  • Build and develop a numerical framework for decision making purposes
  • Disseminate the projects results and outcome through appropriate channels
  • Help administrative requirements as a project partner

Qualification requirements

  • PhD degree in Science or Engineering related subjects with experience in one or more of the followings:
    • software development
    • machine learning
    • data management and processing
    • decision-making algorithms
  • Strong background in programming
  • Ability to conduct independent research
  • Collaborative with good communications skills
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English

It is important for OsloMet to reflect the population of our region, and all qualified candidates are welcome to apply. We make active efforts to further develop as an inclusive workplace and to adapt the workplace if required.

Expert evaluation

An expert committee will assess applicants. You must upload the following documents together with your application by the final date for applications:

  • CV, references and all pages of certificates/diplomas
  • A full list of scientific publications
  • Full texts of the latest 5 publications and a summary of your PhD thesis

You must upload all of these documents. Original documents and valid passport must be presented if you are invited for an interview. OsloMet performs document inspections in order to give you as a candidate a proper evaluation and ensure fair competition.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

We can offer you

  • An exciting job opportunity at Norway’s third largest and most urban university
  • Opportunity to be a part of a dynamic professional environment and unique academic network
  • Beneficial pension arrangements with the Norwegian State Pension Fund
  • Good employee welfare arrangements
  • Free Norwegian language classes to employees and their partners
  • Relocation support, cultural courses and on boarding services
  • Working location in downtown Oslo with multiple cultural offers

OsloMet’s International Career Site gives information on living and working in Oslo.

Other information

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

  • Professor M Moatamedi, mojtabam@oslomet.no

The position is remunerated in accordance with the Norwegian State salary scale Post doctor 1352. The salary is NOK 532 300 – 691 400 per year.

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

All applications must be submitted in English.

Deadline for applications: 17 December 2019

Date of Interview: 14 January 2019

Type of employment Temporary position (shorter than 10 days)
Contract type Full time
First day of employment Etter avtale
Salary NOK 532 300 – 691 400
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100%
City Oslo
County Oslo
Country Norway
Reference number 19/11310
Published 08.Nov.2019
Last application date 17.Dec.2019 11:59 PM CET

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