Posted: 20 October 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company: University of Stavanger
- Department: Department of Mathematics and Physics
- Research Field: Physics
- Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Positions: Postdoc Positions
- Application Deadline: 8 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Oslo)
- Country: Norway
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme
Offer Description
The University of Stavanger invites applicants for a position as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Physics at the Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Mathematics and Physics. The position is open for appointment.
The Postdoctoral Fellow will be associated with CoreQCD, a research project supported by the Research Council of Norway that focuses on the theoretical description of strongly interacting matter under extreme conditions. Research topics of particular interest include quantum chromodynamics (QCD) at high temperatures and densities, the equation of state of strongly interacting matter, perturbative QCD, thermal and dense quantum field theory, and applications to neutron stars and heavy-ion collisions.
The purpose of the position is for the successful candidate to develop a research profile and acquire the qualifications required to apply for a position as Associate Professor. The position may also provide valuable experience and other competencies relevant to further career development.
The position is for 3 years. The employment period may include other career-promoting work in the form of teaching and supervision of students.
If the successful candidate does not already possess educational competence that meets the requirements for a position as Associate Professor, UiS will facilitate the development of such competence during the employment period.
A career plan will be developed describing the competencies the postdoctoral fellow is expected to acquire during the employment period. As a Postdoctoral Fellow at UiS, you will receive support for your academic and professional development through supervision, competence development and career planning.
The qualification work will be carried out at the University of Stavanger.
Where to apply
Website: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/309148/postdoctoral-fellow-in-physics
Requirements
Research Field: Physics
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
You must have:
- a PhD in physics or a related field, with a specialization relevant to the project. The PhD thesis must have been successfully defended, and all requirements for the PhD degree must have been completed, before the you can take up the position.
- good command of both oral and written English
We will also place emphasis on whether you:
- have developed a research project of high scientific quality and relevance to the field
- demonstrate high academic integrity and a commitment to quality in your work
- are motivated to carry out the research project and contribute to academic communities and collaboration across disciplines
- have the academic and personal qualifications required to complete the project within the employment period, including a strong work capacity and ability to deliver results
- have international experience and relevant academic networks
- have experience with, or an interest in, innovation and research with societal impact
- demonstrate the ability for critical reflection, innovative thinking and independent problem-solving, and work in a structured and goal-oriented manner
- have good communication and collaboration skills and contribute to a constructive working environment
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Good
Research Field: Physics
Additional Information
Benefits
As a Postdoctoral Fellow at UiS, you will receive
- varied and challenging tasks at a university with an important societal mission
- an ambitious and inclusive research environment. We strive to involvce employees at all levels in strategic decision-making and promote an informal atmosphere with a flat organisational structure.
- free Norwegian language courses if you do not have proficiency in Norwegian, Swedish, or Danish at level A2 at the time of employment
- access to Lifekeys, a digital service that supports mental health and well-being
- salary in accordance with the State Salary Scale, code 1352, from NOK 640.000 to NOK 740.000 gross per year. A higher salary may be considered in special cases.
- membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (Statens pensjonskasse), which provides favourable pension and insurance schemes
- favourable membership terms at SiS Sports Centre and the university sports club
- employment with an Inclusive Workplace organisation committed to reducing sick leave and promoting and inclusive working life
- access to the Hjem-jobb-hjem programme, offering discounted public transportation to and from work
- relocation support
- access to comprehensive health services, generous parental leave arrangements and a well-developed welfare system.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity is a strength at the University of Stavanger. Different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds contribute to better solutions and a positive working and learning environment. We welcome applicants with diverse qualifications, life experiences and perspectives, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of gender, age, disability, cultural background, or whether they have experienced periods outside the workforce. UiS is committed to supporting employees in different stages of life and to providing reasonable accommodation for employees with individual needs.
In accordance with applicable regulations, at least one qualified applicant with a disability, a gap in their CV, or an immigrant background will be invited for an interview. If this applies to you, you may indicate this in the application portal. Read more about the scheme here.
The University seeks to improve gender balance in postdoctoral positions within this field and therefore particularly encourages women to apply. In cases where applicants are considered equally qualified, women may be given preference in accordance with applicable regulations.
Selection process
How to Apply
Apply for the position through the "Apply for this job" button on this page.
In Jobbnorge, you must register your application, relevant education and work experience, as well as language skills. In your application letter, please describe your research interests, your motivation for applying for the position, and how your background is relevant to the research project.
The following documents must be uploaded as attachments to your application:
- project proposal
- CV containing a complete overview of your education, experience and any scientific activity
- a complete list of scientific publications, including information on where they have been published. You may also upload or provide links to up to five scientific works, including your doctoral thesis or a published monograph based upon the thesis.
- degree certificates, references and documentation of other activites considered relevant to the application
As part of the application process, we ask that your academic supervisors or referees send their letters (maximum 3 letters) of recommendation directly by email to Professor Eero Aleksi Kurkela at aleksi.kurkela@uis.no.
The documentation must be provided in a Scandinavian language or in English.
Applications will be assessed based on the information available in Jobbnorge when the application deadline expires. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how your qualifications and experience meet the requirements described in the announcement, and that all required documentation has been uploaded. If the total size of the attachments exceeds 100 MB, the files must be compressed before upload.
UiS only considers applications and attachments submitted through Jobbnorge.
Information about applicants may be made public even if an applicant has requested not to be included on the public list of applicants, cf. Section 25 of the Freedom of Information Act. If such a request is not granted, you will be notified.
Website for additional job details: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/309148/postdoctoral-fellow-in-physics
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: The University of Stavanger, Department of Mathematics and Physics
Country: Norway
State/Province: Rogaland
City: Stavanger
Postal Code: 4021
Street: Kjell Arholmsgate 41
Contact
City: STAVANGER
Website: http://www.uis.no
Street: Kjell Arholmsgate 41
Postal Code: 4021
E-Mail: rekruttering@uis.no