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Looking for 10 senior research scientists for permanent positions in Halden, Norway

  • 1.  Looking for 10 senior research scientists for permanent positions in Halden, Norway

    Posted 06-16-2021 03:57

    Who are we: The Institute for Energy Technology (IFE) is an independent research foundation based in Norway. We are at the forefront internationally in several fields within digital technologies, renewable materials and process technology, flow and analysis technologies, radiopharmaceutical technology, and nuclear technology. IFE develops new solutions for the industry and public sector in over 30 countries. We are about 600 employees and the annual turnover is approximately NOK 1 billion. Read more about IFE at www.ife.no/en.

    We are looking for 10 senior to principal research scientists for permanent positions with 100% research activity in our Digital Systems sector.

    The Digital Systems sector carries out applied research in the fields of:

    • Artificial intelligence; Data science; Cyber security; Virtual reality, Augmented reality, and spatial computing; Robotics and cyber-physical systems; Interaction with complex data and advanced modelling; Modelling and simulation of physical systems; Digital twins;
    • Human-centred digitalisation; Human-centered artificial intelligence; Humans and automation collaboration; Interaction design; Risk safety management; Human reliability; Organisational psychology; Cognitive psychology
    Our core research/collaboration areas are in: 
    • Energy
    • Smart City
    • Transport
    • Industry & Space

    We are currently around 100 researchers under our 3 core values: curiosity, integrity and collaboration.

    Will you join us? We are growing fast and looking for senior to principal research scientists with a curious and collaborative attitude who are energized to conduct research for a better future within our research fields.

    We offer:
    • A permanent position fully dedicated to research activity
    • Research tasks in fields that have great potential for large societal impact
    • Considerable freedom to develop research projects in the direction of your interests
    • A large degree of autonomy and flexible working hours
    • A multidisciplinary work environment
    • Access to state-of-the-art laboratories
    • A well-established and wide ranging national and international network within research and industry
    • A growing and healthy organisation that is focused on individual and group development
    • A very competitive salary with a good pension plan
    • The opportunity to live in work in The most spectacular city in Norway - #Halden

    You should have:

    • PhD and research focus in one or more of our research fields. Given our multidisciplinary focus, expertise in more than one of the fields would be advantageous
    • A strong publication record in the last 5-10 years in these research fields
    • Track record of successful grant proposal writing
    • Track record of leading research projects through to success
    • A strong international network
    • You should be fluent in English
    • You should be interested in creating research groups around your research interests and mentoring junior researchers

    How to Apply?

    The following application materials must be submitted through the IFE job application portal:

    • Cover Letter
    • Curriculum Vitae

    We place great emphasis on your personal suitability for the position.

    IFE is subject to the National Security Act, and the candidate must be able to pass a background check and must be able to obtain security clearance and authorization.



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    Elizabeth Solberg
    Senior Researcher
    Institute for Energy Technology
    Halden
    +47 46410199
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