PhD Fellow: Housing Segregation & Gentrification

Nord University; Bodø; On-site; NOK 509,000 - 622,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks vacation

Flexible working hours

Creative and collegial environment

Progressive development

International research network access

University sports team

Norwegian language training

Job summary

Nord University in Bodø, Norway, invites applications for 1-2 PhD positions in Social Science focusing on Housing Segregation and Gentrification in Scandinavian Cities. The positions are part of URBINN and Social Policy and Welfare, with opportunities for international collaboration.

Applicants should develop an independent project within housing segregation themes, with emphasis on quantitative methods, and may join a team of researchers across URBINN and SNAPP partners. Start 01.09.2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and completed master’s degree (120 ECTS) in a relevant social science discipline.
• Knowledge of quantitative research methods equivalent to a methods course at the master’s level.
• Proficiency in a programming language used for advanced data analysis (R, Python, or Stata).
• Strong English skills, both written and oral.
• Admission to the faculty’s PhD programme is a prerequisite.
• Typically a B average in the master’s degree.
• A final project proposal must be approved and formalized within three months of employment.
• Candidates who already have a PhD degree will not be considered for the position.

Skills

Quantitative methods

Programming in R/Python/Stata

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's and Master's in relevant social science

Tools

R

Python

Stata

Job description

Nord University in Bodø, Norway, invites applications for 1-2 PhD positions in Social Science focusing on Housing Segregation and Gentrification in Scandinavian Cities. The positions are part of URBINN and Social Policy and Welfare, with opportunities for international collaboration.

Applicants should develop an independent project within housing segregation themes, with emphasis on quantitative methods, and may join a team of researchers across URBINN and SNAPP partners. Start 01.09.2027.