St. nr. 11/2026 - PhD Position in Mathematics Education, Artificial Intelligence and Competence Dev

PhD Position in Mathematics Education and AI

Høgskulen i Volda (Volda University College) invites applications for a three-year PhD position at the Department of Science and Mathematics. The role is linked to the national research centre TRUST (The Norwegian Centre for Trustworthy AI) and focuses on the intersection of mathematics education, artificial intelligence, and competence development.

The Research Project

The doctoral project will explore the mathematical competencies required in an AI-rich society, such as modelling, statistical reasoning, and algorithmic thinking. You will develop an independent research project within this framework, investigating how these competencies are integrated into education, how teaching approaches can be designed, and how AI impacts student learning and social equality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct an independent doctoral research project within mathematics education.
• Plan and execute research activities and data collection.
• Analyze data and disseminate findings through academic publications and conferences.
• Participate actively in the research community at Volda University College and within the TRUST network.
• Collaborate with national and international research partners.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mathematics education, mathematics, computing education, educational sciences, or a closely related field.
• Academic background qualifying for admission to the PhD programme in Education, Language and Culture at Volda University College (normally grade B or higher).
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Experience with research methods, AI, programming, or mathematics teaching is considered an advantage.

We Offer

• A fully funded three-year PhD position.
• Integration into a strong research environment and the national TRUST network.
• Salary according to the Norwegian state salary scale (starting at NOK 580,000) and membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
• An active and interdisciplinary doctoral community in Volda.