[TABD] Post for entomologist at University of Bergen

[Blanca Huertas]

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University of Bergen
The University of Bergen (UiB) is an internationally recognised research university with more than 14,000 students and close to 3,500 employees at six faculties. The university is located in the heart of Bergen. Our main contribution to society is excellent basic research and education across a wide range of disciplines.
Associate professor in systematic entomology

There is a vacancy for a permanent position as associate professor in systematic entomology at the University Museum of Bergen, Department of Natural History.



The museum staff execute research, collection management and public outreach in natural and cultural history. The department of Natural History has the scientific and curatorial responsibility for botany, geology and zoology at the museum. There are currently employed 13 scientific and 30 technical and administrative staff in this unit, in addition to temporary project staff.



Work tasks/research field:

We are recruiting a productive and innovative researcher in systematic entomology, with emphasis on taxonomy and phylogeny. Research topics are limited to evolutionary relationships, taxonomy and diversity in arthropods (except crustaceans), including evolutionary processes that leads to biological diversity.



Applicants need to document excellent research skills in one or more of these areas. We emphasize competence in both molecular and morphological methods in phylogenetics and taxonomy. The research profile must have a global perspective, but nevertheless targeting organismal groups that are common also in the Nordic region. Research on lesser known and highly diverse groups is preferred, such as parasitoid wasps, mites, and flies.



The position involves the curatorial responsibility for the entomological collections which currently includes 1.2 million objects. We will recruit an entomologist with a sincere dedication to collection development. The selected candidate will also take part in the production of new exhibitions on biodiversity, entomology and related activities at the museum. A genuine interest for public outreach is therefore mandatory. It is also expected that the employee will teach in his or her area of expertise and contribute towards a successful development of the research school in biosystematics (ForBio).



The new employee will be an active partner in the systematics research group and submit extramural grant applications. There is currently a strong focus on lesser known species in Norway and the department continue to provide data for the Norwegian Biodiversity information Centre (Artsdatabanken), BoLD and GBiF.





Qualifications and personal qualities:

*        Doctoral degree in systematic entomology or equivalent qualifications

*        Experience from research beyond the PhD level: projects and publications during the last five years are given particular attention

*        Extensive research and collection networks

*        Work independently and in a structured manner, and have the ability to cooperate with others.

*        Basic pedagogical training is a requirement for the position. The successful applicant will be offered training if this requirement is not met prior to employment.





We can offer:
*        A good and professionally challenging working environment
*        Salary at pay grade 57 (code 1011/ Pay range 24, alternative 1) in the state salary scale. This currently amounts to an annual salary of NOK 486.100 before taxes. Further increase in salary will depend on seniority. A higher salary may be considered for a particularly well qualified applicant.
*        Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
*        A position in an inclusive workplace (IA enterprise)
*        Good welfare benefits





Your application must include:

*        A brief cover letter expressing your research interest and priorities

*        CV

*        Diplomas

*        References

*        Complete list of publications

*        List of academic work that the applicant believes should be taken into consideration in the assessment, maximum 10.

*        List with appendices that document your pedagogical qualifications



The application and appendices with certified translations into English or a Scandinavian language must be uploaded at JobbNorge.



General information:

Detailed information about the position can be obtained by contacting: Head of department, Bjarte Jordal, tlf. (+47) 55582233 / e-post bjarte.jordal en uib.no<mailto:bjarte.jordal en uib.no>.



The state labor force shall reflect the diversity of Norwegian society to the greatest extent possible. Age and gender balance among employees is therefore a goal.  People with immigrant backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the position.

We encourage women to apply. If multiple applicants have approximately equivalent qualifications, the rules pertaining to moderate gender quotas shall apply.



The University of Bergen applies the principle of public access to information when recruiting staff for academic positions.

Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.



For further information about the recruitment process, click here.<https://www.jobbnorge.no/apps/jobbadmin/here>



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