Oslo Metropolitan University is Norway's third largest university with 23,000 students and over 2,600 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.
The Department of Art, Design and Drama (EST) is developing rapidly and is facing exciting changes in the next few years. The department has approximately 900 students and 58 employees. We offer study programmes at bachelor's and master's level in design, arts and crafts, drama and theatre communication, art dissemination, and fashion and production. In addition, we have a new PhD program: Innovation for sustainability, and number of further education programmes and practical pedagogical programmes in design, arts and crafts and drama and theatre communication. Most of the study programmes have an element of outreach practical training as an integral part. The department has four research groups and a high level of activity in external activities. This is affiliated with the department's unit for lifelong learning
At the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design, Department of Art, Design & Drama, there is a vacancy for a 100% position as Associate Professor of Visual Arts.
The position is related to teaching and supervision on the master's programme Aesthetic Practices in Society, the bachelor program Art and Design – Art and Dissemination, as well as contributing to the Ph.D programme Innovation for Sustainability.
The multidisciplinary Masters in Aesthetic Practices in Society offers a full time study programme in the specialisations Art and Society, Fashion and Society, and Theatre and Society.
Combining practice and theory, these specialisations provide competence in creative practices in different social contexts. Here, the focus is specifically on art, design and theatre as socially engaged, co-creative and/or critical practices.
Additional part-time masters study options are offered in Art and Design Education and Art Therapy and a new programme in Teacher Education in Practical and Aesthetic Subjects for Years 1–13, Design, Arts and Crafts has recently commenced.
Research and teaching at the department of Art, Design & Drama, combine practical and theoretical approaches to creative practice in a contemporary context, and emphasize interdisciplinary collaborations. The degree programs include dissemination, project development, curation and pedagogy, aimed at both the private and public sectors. New technology, innovation, cultural entrepreneurship, sustainability and diversity are key focus areas. Through participation in professional networks and projects, the academic community at the department has distinguished itself regionally, nationally and internationally.
The faculty of Technology Art & Design has a strong focus on research and development, with several active research groups at the Department of Art, Design & Drama. Read more about our research groups here.
The position may be assigned programmes and course responsibility. The successful candidate is expected to take initiative as a teacher and researcher, and actively contribute to the department's research profile, which includes both scientific research and artistic practice. The position also includes work with externally funded activities and participation in networks nationally and internationally.
Your main duties and areas of responsibility will be to
- teach and supervise at bachelor, master and Ph.D. level, and continuing education
- follow up students in practical training
- be in contact with the professional field
- conduct your own research and development work
- perform academic administrative tasks
- actively contribute to the development if the department and OsloMet as an institution
- communicate research results, both within in the academic community and society as a whole
- 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
- contribute to the departments work with community engagement and dissemination
Qualification requirements
- PhD in Visual Arts in the field of contemporary art
- experience in artistic research or research activities and dissemination or publication
- demonstrated capacity to secure external research funding
- experience in teaching and supervising students
- very good oral and written communication skills in one Scandinavian language and English
The applicant must document relevant educational competence in accordance with OsloMet's Guidelines for the assessment of educational competence.
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 appointment to teaching and research positions are set out in the Regulations relating to Appointment and Promotion to Teaching and Research Positions (FOR-2006-02-09-129), cf. transitional rules described in Section 13.2 of the Regulations relating to the Universities and University Colleges Act.
Emphasis will be placed on:
- research and artistic practice relevant to the position
- experience with research networks and projects with external funding
- teaching and supervision experience at different tertiary education levels
- Pedagogical abilities
- experience with student-active learning methods and competence in digital teaching methods, including the use of digital teaching and assessment tools
Personal qualities required for the position
- ability to motivate, inspire, communicate and collaborate with students and colleagues
- experience with leading externally funded projects as well as participation in international research networks.
- ability to listen and be curious about change
- the ability to think critically about one's own field of practice
- the ability to engage actively in socially relevant topics and issues
Emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.
OsloMet may 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
- engaging professional challenges at Norway's third-largest and most urban university
- participation in a research group and a creative and inspiring academic environment
- time for research and artistic practice
- opportunities for professional development
- loan and pension terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
- good welfare schemes and a comprehensive range of activities in culture and sports
The salary for the position is in accordance with the Basic Collective Agreements in the state and OsloMet's salary policy, associate professor in position code 1011, NOK 615 700- 745 000 per year. For particularly qualified applicants, a higher salary may be considered.
Application Process
You will be assessed by an expert committee. By the application deadline, you must upload the following documents with your application:
- application letter
- CV, reference letters, and all pages of certificates/diplomas
- a complete list of publications
- up to 10 scholarly works and with an overview, including Ph.D.-dissertation
- 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 may be reviewed by the faculty. Applications from applicants who do not meet the formal qualification requirements may not be forwarded for assessment.
The employment will be carried out in accordance with the principles of the Norwegian Public Service Act (lovdata.no), and legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology, and services.
Other information
If you would like further information about the position, please contact:
- Head of Department Liv Klakegg Dahlin, tel: +47 99 71 71 99
- Head of Studies Alexander Kayiambakis, tel: +47 99 00 79 34
OsloMet is a Charter & Code certified institution by the EU Commission holding the right to use the logo HR Excellence in Research (HRS4R). OsloMet is a member of the EURAXESS network supporting a positive work environment for researchers in motion.
OsloMet has signed The Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA). DORA recognizes the need to improve the ways in which the outputs of scholarly research are evaluated.
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. Candidates who are seen to be in conflict with the criteria in the latter law will not be considered for the position.
