Career Opportunities at Oslo’s Leading Universities and Research Institutions
Oslo is a compact, progressive capital where you can freely pursue your ambitions and enjoy a cosmopolitan lifestyle close to nature. The universities and research institutions value and prioritize social welfare, work-life balance, equity, trust, safety, and academic freedom.
We welcome international researchers, academics and other professionals to apply for positions and join our global community. Below are links to employment opportunities where English is the working language.
How to Relocate to Oslo
To be eligible to relocate to Oslo, you need to have an employment contract.
If you are a researcher with your own funding and seek a base to pursue your work, there are numerous global networks available within the fields of cancer, healthtech, blue economy, renewable energy, deeptech etc. See an overview of industry clusters here. To be eligible for a residence permit, your research must be conducted at a Norwegian university, college, institute or similar. Review the rules here.
Your employer, university or institution will guide you through the relocation process. The City of Oslo and Oslo Business Region are available to support you.
Life in Oslo
- 5 things to know before moving here - Advice from internationals about PhDs and academic positions in Norway and how to make the transition - by OsloMet
- Close to nature - by University of Oslo
- Oslopolitan - living, working and studying in the Oslo region
Current PhD, R&D and Other Job Listings
Oslo's innovation ecosystem prioritizes R&D and has a strong culture of collaboration between private and public organizations. Following are links to employment web pages with English-speaking positions.
University of Oslo (UiO)
UiO promotes independent, pioneering and long-term research and outstanding education. It is an excellent choice for internationals seeking PhD programs, research positions and careers in a dynamic, safe, and globally connected environment. Through knowledge, responsibility and commitment, UiO contributes to a sustainable future.
About UiO:
A leading European university ranked among the World's Top 75. UiO is Norway's top university, consistently ranked among the best in Europe and globally, known for its strong academic reputation and excellence in research across multiple fields. UiO has one-third of all PhD candidates in Norway. Approximately 15% of students and 37% of PhD candidates come from other countries.
Research collaboration with international partners - Read more here
Strong global connections With partnerships and exchange agreements with top universities worldwide
Five Nobel Prize winners demonstrate a strong track record of pioneering research.
Focus on sustainability and innovation UiO is committed to sustainability and innovation. This is reflected in its academic programmes, research, and campus practices.
Safe and high standard of living - Renowned as one of the safest and most liveable countries, high quality of life. Oslo stands out as a progressive city, leading the way in gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and workers' rights.
Policy for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Read the DEI policy here.
SEE CURRENT UIO VACANCIES HERE.
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Oslo Metropolitan University
OsloMet is Norway’s third largest university, where the approximately 2,465 employees originate from 63 countries, and 51 percent of the professors are women. The university is recognized for its robust and expansive academic communities within teacher education, health and social care, social sciences, design, and technology. For more than 200 years, OsloMet has contributed to building knowledge and expertise for the Norwegian welfare society.
SEE CURRENT OSLOMET VACANCIES HERE.
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Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
NMBU’s mission is to contribute to the well-being of the planet. The university’s interdisciplinary research and study programmes enable people all over the world to tackle global challenges regarding the environment, sustainable development, improvement of human and animal health, renewable energy sources, food production, and land- and resource management. NMBU's technology transfer office, Ard Innovation, supports the commercialization of inventions and research results. The campus also runs an incubator, Aggrator, that contributes to the further development of startup companies focused on agritech, food and food production. Read about research projects here.
SEE CURRENT NMBU VACANCIES HERE.
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BI Norwegian Business School (BI)
BI collaborates with over a hundred schools around the world and is closely linked to international business networks. BI is a leader in international research collaborations and scientific publications in Norway.
Review the DEI joint statement from Nordic AACSB-member business schools here.
SEE CURRENT BI VACANCIES HERE.
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SINTEF (R&D)
SINTEF is one of Europe’s largest independent research organisations - with “75 years of technology for a better society.”
READ CURRENT SINTEF VACANCIES HERE.
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The Research Council of Norway
Visit the Research Council’s website for information on available funding resources for R&D projects. Additional funding is available through international networks, such as Horizon Europe.
SEE CALLS FOR PROPOSALS HERE.
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