Associate Professor

Associate Professor in Political Science - Computational Methods

The Department of Political Science at the University of Oslo invites applications for a tenured Associate Professor position. We are seeking a candidate with expertise in computational methods who can contribute to our research and teaching environment starting in the fall of 2027.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will lead independent research, supervise students at the BA, MA, and PhD levels, and participate in teaching and administrative duties. You will be expected to teach both research methods and substantive political science courses, while collaborating with colleagues across the Department of Political Science and the Department of Sociology and Human Geography.

Qualifications

• PhD in political science, computational social science, or a closely related discipline.
• Substantial expertise in computational methods, such as machine learning, natural language processing, network analysis, or large-scale data collection.
• Proficiency in R is required.
• A strong record of high-quality, peer-reviewed international publications.
• Documented teaching experience and the potential to mentor students at all levels.
• Ability to contribute to the department's long-term academic development and administrative tasks.

Language Requirements

The department offers courses in both Norwegian and English. Candidates not fluent in a Scandinavian language are expected to reach CEFR level B2 within two years and acquire sufficient knowledge to conduct teaching-related activities in Norwegian within three years.

Application

Please submit a cover letter (max 2 pages), a complete CV, and a full list of publications. The application process will include interviews and a trial lecture.

For further information, please contact Head of Department Elin Haugsgjerd Allern or Deputy Head of Department Tobias Bach.