Researcher 1109 (two temporary positions) in Algorithms

University of Bergen; Norway; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Norway seeks a researcher to develop multivariate algorithmic tools for a project focusing on parameterized complexity. Candidates should possess a PhD or be nearing completion in Computer Science or Mathematics and demonstrate experience in high-level research. The position offers competitive salary and a stimulating work environment. A commitment to diversity and inclusivity is emphasized in hiring practices.

Benefits

Professionally stimulating working environment

Gross annual salary of NOK 657,000

Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund

Qualifications

• Hold a PhD or have submitted the doctoral thesis prior to the deadline.
• Documented experience in publications in top conferences in Algorithms or Machine Learning.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Good skills in oral and written English.

Responsibilities

• Develop tools for optimization problems involving geometric and algebraic objects.
• Contribute to the ERC Advanced-project "New Horizons of Parameterized Complexity".

Skills

High-level research

Oral and written English skills

Ability to work independently

Structured work approach

Cooperation skills

Education

Norwegian doctoral degree (PhD) in Computer Science or Mathematics

Job description

Organisation/Company University of Bergen Department Department of Informatics Research Field Computer science Mathematics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Other Positions Country Norway Application Deadline 15 Feb 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Oslo) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number 101199930 — NewPC — ERC-2024-ADG Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

UiB shall be among Europe's leading universities, internationally recognized for high quality in research and education. As a societal institution, we shall contribute to sustainable and democratic development and be an attractive and inclusive place to study and work.

The positions is for a period 2 years and is associated with ERC Advanced-prosjektet «New Horizons of Parameterized Complexity» (NewPC). The desired start date for the positions is April 2026.

About the project/work tasks

The project aims to develop multivariate algorithmic and complexity tools for optimization problems involving geometric and algebraic objects such as points, vectors, linear spaces, and matrices.

Qualifications and personal qualities

• Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree (PhD) within Computer Science or Mathematics or must have submitted his/her doctoral thesis for assessment prior to the application deadline. It is a condition of employment that the PhD has been awarded.
• Experience in high-level research documented by publications in the topmost conferences in Algorithms such as FOCS, STOC, SODA, ICALP, or SOCG, and/or Machine Learning such as NeurIPS, ICML, or ICLR is a requirement.
• Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner and have the ability to cooperate with others.
• Applicants must have good skills in oral and written English.

Personal and relational qualities will be emphasized. Research experience, ambitions and potential will also count when evaluating the candidates.

Special requirements for the position

The University of Bergen is subjected to the regulation for export control system. The regulation will be applied in the processing of the applications.

We can offer

• A good and professionally stimulating working environment.
• Position as researcher (code 1109 in the basic collective agreement) and a gross annual salary of NOK 657 000 upon appointment. Further increases in salary are made according to length of service in the position. A higher salary may be considered for a particularly well-qualified applicant.
• Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• A brief account of the applicant's research interests and motivation for applying for the position.
• The names and contact information for two referees. One of these should be the main advisor from the PhD programme.
• CV
• Transcripts and diplomas. If you have not yet completed your PhD, please submit a statement from your institution confirming that the doctoral thesis has been submitted.
• List of any works of a scientific nature (publication list with links)

The application and appendices with certified translations into English or a Scandinavian language must be uploaded at JobbNorge.

General information

For further details about the position, please contact:
Professor Fedor Fomin at the Department of Informatics, UiB, fedor.fomin, or professor Inge Jonassen, the Head of Department at the Department of Informatics, UiB, [e-mail]

For HR related questions contact:
Adviser Maria Svåsand at the Faculty of Science and Technology, UiB, [e-mail]

Diversity is a strength that enables us to solve our tasks even better. UiB therefore needs qualified employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, worldview, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.

The University of Bergen applies the principle of public access to information when recruiting staff for academic positions.

We encourage applicants with disabilities, immigrant backgrounds, or gaps in their CV to apply. By indicating such circumstances in your application, you may receive favourable consideration. We ensure that at least one qualified applicant from each of these groups is invited for an interview as part of our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity. For further information about the recruitment process, click here .