The position

UiT The Arctic University of Norway has a position as Associate Professor available within Applied Analytical and Environmental Chemistry, hosted by the Department of Chemistry (IK). 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated researcher to establish a new research line in applied analytical and environmental chemistry at the Department of Chemistry. This position aims to enhance the department's focus on sustainability in both research and education. It offers a unique opportunity to develop collaborations with related research environments within the University and a diverse range of local stakeholders.

The position will be associated with the Chemical Synthesis and Analysis group at the Department of Chemistry (IK) located at the Tromsø campus. IK is one of six departments within the Faculty of Science and Technology and currently offers education at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctoral levels. The department provides access to advanced core facilities and research infrastructure, including mass spectrometry, HPLC/UPLC, NMR, X-ray crystallography, protein production, peptide synthesis, biomolecular modeling, and computational chemistry. A number of other specialized facilities may be accessible through cross-campus collaborations. However, the position will entail building up specialized equipment/facilities required for the new research activities. There are numerous local stakeholders with interests in analytical and environmental chemistry

The workplace is at UiT in Tromsø. You must be able to start in the position in Tromsø within a reasonable time, within 6 months after receiving the offer.

The position’s field of research or work

The announced position involves teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate will establish an internationally competitive and active research program in applied analytical and environmental chemistry, focusing on regionally relevant challenges. The candidate will engage in scientific collaborations and cultivate professional networks at regional, national, and international levels, both within academia and the private sector. An emphasis on method development or the innovation of small-scale equipment will be considered advantageous. 

We expect the position holder to develop grant applications and secure substantial external funding to support research and educational activities. 

The position holder is also expected to contribute to enhancing the educational quality of the department. This includes engagement with subject-specific pedagogical literature, participation in collegial teaching development activities, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (primarily in analytical, green, and environmental chemistry), supervising students at all levels, and disseminating research to the public.

It is expected that the participant will participate in research group collaboration and professional networks nationally and internationally, as well as in disseminating research to a wider public. It is expected that the successful candidate/position holder is willing to develop grant applications (RCN/EU).

A commitment to the department’s standards for teaching quality, recruitment, and public outreach activities is expected. You must be willing to engage in the ongoing development of the discipline and contribute to the university as a whole.

Contact

Further information about the position and UiT is available by contacting: 

Prof. Jørn H. Hansen, Department of Chemistry; Phone +47 40768633, email jorn.h.hansen@uit.no 

Prof. Annette Bayer, Department of Chemistry; Phone +47 77644069, email Annette.bayer@uit.no 

Prof. Peik Haugen, Head of Department of Chemistry; Phone +47 77646474, email Peik.Haugen@uit.no

Qualifications

We are seeking applicants with broad experience in applied analytical and environmental chemistry, covering a range of application areas that are preferably relevant to the department's unique location in the high north. This includes expertise in sampling and sample treatment from various sources such as water, air, soil, sediment, and biological materials. Applicants should have conducted independent original research in applied analytical and environmental chemistry at a high international standard, as evidenced by a strong scientific track record with publications in peer-reviewed journals, a research statement, and an outline of a proposal for future research. The research focus should complement existing activities within the department. Ability to secure external funding should be documented by previous applications or through the research plans.

 

Applicants must: 

• Be capable of conducting independent original research in applied analytical and environmental chemistry at a high international standard, supported by a scientific track record with publications in peer-reviewed journals, a research statement detailing previous and ongoing research, and an outline of proposed future research. 
• Demonstrate experience in project management. 
• Be able to attract external funding. 
• Hold a Norwegian doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign doctoral degree recognised as equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree. (in Chemistry)
• Possess excellent verbal and written English communication skills. 
• The position requires proficiency in a Scandinavian language equivalent to level B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). New employees who do not fulfill the language criteria by appointment is required, within three years, to demonstrate sufficient proficiency in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language. Arrangements will be made to facilitate the completion of Norwegian courses.

   

Documented mobility, participation in international research networks, and experience with outreach activities are advantageous. 

We will emphasize the applicants motivation for the position and personal suitability.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Good collaboration skills
• Abilities for good communication and interaction with colleagues and students
• Abilities and desires to contribute to a good working environment

 

Qualification requirements for the position as Associate Professor:

• Norwegian doctoral degree in subject area concerned or a corresponding foreign doctoral degree recognised as equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree, or competence at a corresponding level documented by academic work of the same scope and quality
• Documented pedagogical competence

The assessment will emphasize scientific excellence and potential, as well as motivation and personal suitability for the position, including communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively. 

At UiT we put emphasis on the quality, relevance and significance of the research work and not on where the work is published, in accordance with the principles of The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA).

UiT wishes to increase the proportion of females in academic positions. In cases where two or more applicants are found to be approximately equally qualified, female applicants will be given priority.

Pedagogical basic competence

We are seeking applicants who are motivated to educate students from undergraduate to postgraduate levels through teaching courses, conducting laboratory work, and supervising student research projects. Applicants should demonstrate broad teaching experience. Experience in developing courses and/or educational programs is advantageous

All applicants for teaching and research positions shall document their pedagogical competence.   

You must have acquired basic competence for teaching and supervision at higher education level. This includes basic skills in planning, conducting, evaluating and developing teaching and guidance.  

Documentation requirement 
a) Applicants who have completed education or courses designed to provide teaching competence for teaching at universities and colleges, equivalent to a minimum of 200 hours, must attach diploma and curriculum for the completed course. 

b) Other applicants shall describe, assess and document their competence as a teacher and supervisor. The skills must be documented in the form of a teaching portfolio. 

If the pedagogical competence can be acquired within two years of appointment, applicants shall not be ranked based on pedagogical competence.   

Those who do not satisfy the requirements may be appointed on a permanent basis on the condition that they satisfy the requirements within two years of appointment. 

For information about basic pedagogical competence and teaching portfolio, see: https://result.uit.no/om-pedagogisk-mappe/  (Only in Norwegian) 

Interim appointment in a lower position

If there are no fully qualified applicants for a permanent position, an interim appointment may be made for a period of one year in a lower position. 

We offer

• A start-up package. 
• A stimulating and cooperative working environment. 
• Mentorship and administrative support. 
• Support on applications for externally funded research projects.
• Opportunity of R&D sabbatical leave 
• Good welfare arrangements for employees
• Good arrangements for pension, insurance and loans in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• If you have to relocate to Tromsø then the Faculty of Science and Technology may reimburse your moving costs. Further details regarding this matter will be made available if you receive an offer from us.

Norwegian health policy aims to ensure that everyone, irrespective of their personal finances and where they live, has access to good health and care services of equal standard. As an employee you will become member of the National Insurance Scheme which also include health care services.

Work- and salary conditions 

The successful candidate must be willing to get involved in the ongoing development of their department and the university as a whole.

The allocation of working hours is flexible and allocated on a case-by-case basis. In general, Associate Professors will spend an equal amount of time on teaching and research and development work for teaching after time spent on other duties has been deducted. As a norm, the time resources spent on administrative duties constitutes 5 % for academic staff. 

The remuneration for Associate Professor is in accordance with the State salary scale code 1011.  

As a state employee, you have one of the best pension schemes availiable. For more information see: spk.no.

Inclusion and diversity

UiT The Arctic University in Norway is working actively to promote equality, gender balance and diversity among employees and students, and to create an inclusive and safe working environment.

We believe that inclusion and diversity is a strength and we want employees with different competencies, professional experience, life experience and perspectives.

If you have a disability, a gap in your CV or immigrant background, we encourage you to tick the box for this in your application.

If there are qualified applicants, we invite least one in each group for an interview. If you get the job, we will adapt the working conditions if you need it.

Apart from selecting the right candidates, we will only use the information for anonymous statistics.

Application

The application must include: 

• Cover letter including a short description of interests and reasons for applying for the position  
• CV containing a complete overview of education, supervised professional training, experience and professional work 
• Diplomas, diploma supplements and transcripts (all degrees, in original language and translated) 
• Letter(s) of recommendation if applicable
• At least two references with contact details 
• Documented pedagogical competence 
• A list of your academic production (scientific publications, with highlighted which results you consider most important)
• Description of your academic production, stating which works you consider most important. A research statement describing your academic production and the significance of your work 
• Academic works, up to ten. The doctoral thesis is regarded as one work. 
• An outline of proposed future research activities. This should include how your planned activities fit with existing infrastructure and research activities at the department
• Documentation of English proficiency.  

Proficiency in the English language can be documented in the following ways: 

• Diploma from a Norwegian upper secondary school with both spoken and written English (140 hours) 
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) 
• IELTS (International English Testing Service) 
• Completed university degree in the field of English language or literature 
• One year of completed university studies in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or USA, for which English was the language of instructions. 

Documentation has to be in English or a Scandinavian language. The application and submitted documents must be sent electronically via www.jobbnorge.no 

Assessment

The applicants will be assessed by an expert committee. The committee's mandate is to undertake an assessment of the applicants' qualifications on the basis of the written material presented by the applicants, and the detailde description draw up for the position.

The applicants who are assessed as best qualified will be called to an interview. The interview shall among other things, aim to clarify the applicants personal suitability for the position and motivations. A trial lecture may also be held.

General information

The appointment is made in accordance with State regulations and guidelines at UiT. At our website, you will find more information for applicants.

The engagement is to be made in accordance with 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.

After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

More information about moving to Norway and working at UiT: http://uit.no/mobility

​According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

In case of discrepancies between the Norwegian and the English version of this description, the Norwegian version takes precedence.