We have a full-time vacancy for a post-doctoral researcher/lecturer at Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Our vision is to create leading education and research through multidisciplinary work. The position is linked to the audiology group, with Trondheim as the place of work. We aim to facilitate inter-disciplinary dialogues in the wider field of auditory science, and therefore the position will be placed at the interface between applied audiological research and basic auditory research, facilitated by a strong collaboration with the Ear, Nose, and Throat department and hearing clinic of St. Olav University Hospital in Trondheim.
Teaching will be related to the Bachelor Programme in Audiology and to an upcoming master programme in Applied Clinical Research with a particular track in audiology.
The successful candidate is expected to be able to overcome the traditional boundaries between basic and applied research, and we are looking for an individual who shares our vision of multi-disciplinary approaches. The successful applicant will work on topics related to some aspects of the research portfolio of the audiology group, with a particular focus on hydropic conditions of the human ear, and how the peripheral and central auditory system processes infra- and low-frequency sound.
Meniere’s disease is a condition characterised by reoccurring attacks of vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus, and fulness in the ears. Traditionally, endolymphatic hydrops, an increased fluid volume in the inner ear is considered to be the cause, but it has also been suggested that it is yet another symptom. We are interested in the pathophysiology of the disease, with the ultimate goal of a better understanding of the underlying cause and means to predict imminent attacks.
The second line of research is concerned with how infra- and low-frequency sound affects mammals, including humans, with a particular focus on how cochlear processing contributes to the often-reported annoyance of infra- and low-frequency sound.
Own suitable research ideas are also highly encouraged. The audiology group is currently expanding its research activities, and the successful candidate is expected to have experience in the design and execution of experimental studies, and a good understanding of technical acoustics.
The successful applicant will report to the head of the department.
Duties of the position
Design and execution of controlled experimental studies
Quantitative analysis of data, including descriptive and inferential statistics
Preparation of publications and meeting presentations
Taking part in teaching and supervision activities for the study programme in audiology (constitute 25 % of the full-time position).
Engage in outreach activities of the department and university
Required selection criteria
The sucessfull candidate must have
Strong background in audiology or another hearing science related discipline
Background in technical acoustics
Programming skills in MatLab or Python
Experience in digital signal analysis and hardware control
A postdoctoral research fellowships is a qualification position in which the main objective is qualification for work in academic positions. You must have completed a Norwegian doctoral degree in relation to audiology or related areas such as auditory neuroscience and psychoacoustics, or a corresponding foreign doctoral degree in similar areas, recognized as equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree is required.
If, for any reason, you have taken a career break or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account, recognizing that the quantity of your research may be reduced as a result.
The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, post doctor and research assistant.
Preferred selection criteria
Experience in recruiting healthy participants and patients for research projects.
Experience in design and construction of experimental rigs
Experience in teaching and supervising student projects
Good written and oral English language skills. Good written and oral language skills in Norwegian are desirable. Candidates without Norwegian language skills are expected to successfully complete level A2 within two years after commencement of employment.
Personal characteristics
It is essential that the successful candidate has very good collaborative skills, and the ability to work in an inter-disciplinary environment.
Emphasis will also be placed on communicative skills, as well as personal suitability.
In the assessment of the best qualified applicant, education, experience, personal suitability, and motivation for the position will be emphasized.
We offer
exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
an open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
employee benefits
Salary and conditions
Postdoctoral fellowship:
The employment period is 4 years.
Postdoctoral candidates are placed in code 1352, and are normally remunerated at gross from NOK 545 300 per annum before tax, depending on qualifications and seniority. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
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 by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU. After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.
It is a prerequisite you can be present at and accessible to the institution daily.
About the application
The application and supporting documentation to be used as the basis for the assessment must be in English.
Publications and other scientific work must follow the application. Please note that applications are only evaluated based on the information available on the application deadline. You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet the criteria which are set out above.
The application must include:
A letter of motivation
CV, certificates and diplomas
Academic works - published or unpublished - that you would like to be considered in the assessment (up to 10 works)
Name and address of three referees
Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint works, you must attach a brief description of your participation.
NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA.
General information
Working at NTNU
A good work environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, functional capacity or cultural background.
The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the innovation capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality.
As an employee at NTNU, you must at all times adhere to the changes that the development in the subject entails and the organizational changes that are adopted.
In accordance with The Public Information Act (Offentleglova), your name, age, position and municipality may be made public even if you have requested not to have your name entered on the list of applicants.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Markus Drexl , telephone +47 734 12 665, e-mail markus.drexl@ntnu.no. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Bente Kristin Årbogen Andersen, e-mail: bente.kristin.arbogen.andersen@ntnu.no
Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Diploma Supplement is required to attach for European Master Diplomas outside Norway. Chinese applicants are required to provide confirmation of Master Diploma from China Credentials Verification (CHSI).
If you are invited for interview you must include certified copies of transcripts and reference letters. Please refer to the application number 2021/20136 when applying.
Application deadline: June 30th, 2021
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