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At the University of Agder, Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences, there is a vacancy of 100% as a doctoral fellow in nutrition and public health, affiliated with the Department of Nutrition and Public Health, for a period of 3 years, possibly 4 years with 25% duty work. The workplace is currently Campus Kristiansand. Accession by agreement with the faculty.
The faculty has four institutes; Department of Health and Nursing Science, Department of Nutrition and Public Health, Department of Sport Science and Physical Education and Department of Psychosocial Health. The PhD position will be affiliated with the top research center Lifecourse Nutrition at the Department of Nutrition and Public Health.
Responsibilities
The Fellow will work on the project PREPARED. Nutrition early in life plays an important role in health for the rest of life. Recent research shows that the nutritional status of future parents may also have an impact on the health and development of future children. There is currently little research on this context and how to promote healthy eating habits among young people of childbearing age. In the PREPARED project, we will develop, implement and evaluate a theory- and evidence-based digital intervention to raise awareness of adolescents and young adults about the importance of diet for their children to utilize their health and cognitive potential. A detailed project description can be obtained by contacting Nina Øverby, nina.c.overby@uia.no .
Necessary qualifications
- major / master’s degree or equivalent in the relevant subject area (eg public health science, nutrition science or medicine).
- good ability to communicate orally and in writing
It is a prerequisite for admission that the fellows are admitted to UiA’s PhD program at the Faculty of Health and Sports Science . Information on admission to the Ph.D. program can be obtained from the Faculty of Health and Sports Sciences, Professor Åshild Slettebø, ashild.slettebo@uia.no or senior adviser Eli Andås, tel. 38 14 18 66, e-mail eli.andas@uia.no .
Supplementary rules for admission to the PhD program at the Faculty of Health and Sports Sciences.
The criteria for employment in a post as a doctoral fellow are stated in the Regulations on conditions of employment for positions as postdoctoral fellow, fellow, scientific assistant and special candidate.
The working language at the University of Agder is Norwegian. Anyone hired must be fluent in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language, in writing and orally. Good knowledge of English, written and oral is required.
Wanted qualifications
- experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods
- experience working in teams
When assessing applicants, relevant practice and research experience, as well as any publications, development work and letters of motivation will be given weight.
Personal characteristics
- good collaboration skills
- independence and self-initiative
- strong execution ability
Personal qualities and fitness will be emphasized.
We offer
- to become part of the top research center Lifecourse Nutrition
- professional development in a large, exciting and socially important organization
- a good, inclusive and diverse work environment
- modern localities and a comprehensive range of welfare services
- membership in the Government Pension Fund
More about the University of Agder as a workplace.
The position is paid in accordance with the Norwegian Government’s payroll plan, salary plan 17.515, code 1017 fellow, NOK. 479 600 bto pr. year. From the salary, statutory contributions go to the Government Pension Fund.
General information
A good working environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, age, ability or cultural background. The University of Agder is an IA business.
Men are especially encouraged to apply for the position.
The person hired has the rights and obligations according to the guidelines that apply to the position at all times. Employment is done by the Employment Committee for teaching and research positions at the University of Agder.
Relevant candidates will be called for an interview. References will also be obtained upon further agreement with the applicant. More about the hiring process.
Pursuant to section 25, second paragraph of the Public Act, applicants may request not to be included on the public applicant list. The university may nevertheless decide that the name of the applicant should be published. Applicant will be notified in advance of any publication.
Application
The application and the necessary information about education and experience (including diplomas and certificates) are sent electronically, using the link “Search position”.
The following must be uploaded electronically:
- diplomas with grades
- list of publications
- motivation letter for the advertised position.
The applicant is responsible for delivering complete documentation digitally within the deadline for application. All documentation must be available in a Scandinavian language or English.
Application deadline: 30.03.20.
Contact
For questions about the position:
- Nina C. Øverby, tel. 38141324, mobile 99252012, e-mail: nina.c.overby@uia.no
- Anders JW Andersen, tel. +47 37 23 37 23, mobile: +47 481 26 006, e-mail anders.jwandersen@uia.no
For questions about the application process:
- Turid Ervik, tel. 37233771, mobile 90943527, e-mail turid.a.ervik@uia.no
