PhD Research Fellow: Arctic Security & Preparedness

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

Benefits offered by this job

Creative and collegial working env.

Flexible working hours

Language training in Norwegian

Job summary

Nord University invites applications for 1-2 temporary 100% PhD positions in Social Science with a specialization in Arctic Security and Preparedness. The positions are based in Bodø and affiliated with research groups NORDHIST and GEO-security.

The PhD project explores how experiences of war and emerging technologies shape security ideas and governance in the North. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s and master’s degree, meet admission requirements, and have strong English skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a bachelor’s and a completed master’s degree (120 ECTS) in a relevant social science discipline and/or history.
• Candidates must demonstrate solid knowledge of relevant theories and methods.
• Admission to the faculty’s PhD programme is a prerequisite.
• Normal requirement is a B average in the master’s degree.
• Strong English skills, both written and oral, are required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a PhD project in Arctic Security and Preparedness according to the proposal.
• Engage with the NordHIST and GEO-security groups and the Arctic Vulnerabilities specialization.
• Attend and contribute to faculty activities and seminars as required.

Skills

Strong English skills

Bachelor & Master in relevant field

Admittance to PhD programme

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (120 ECTS)

Job description

Nord University invites applications for 1-2 temporary 100% PhD positions in Social Science with a specialization in Arctic Security and Preparedness. The positions are based in Bodø and affiliated with research groups NORDHIST and GEO-security.

The PhD project explores how experiences of war and emerging technologies shape security ideas and governance in the North. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s and master’s degree, meet admission requirements, and have strong English skills.