University of Oslo
1 week ago
PhD Research Fellow in Systematic Entomology (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae) University of Oslo in Norway
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Ecology
Funding
4-year PhD fellowship at the University of Oslo/Natural History Museum, including 25% career-enhancing duty work. The position is salaried at NOK 550,800–595,000 depending on competence and experience, with 2% statutory contributions deducted. The PhD is associated with the project 'Gall Midges Phase II' financed by the Norwegian Biodiversity Information Centre.
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Country
Norway
University
University of Oslo
How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.
Apply for this position
Keywords
Suggested positions
About this position
PhD Research Fellow position in Systematic Entomology at the Natural History Museum, University of Oslo, Norway.
The project focuses on the systematics and ecology of selected groups within the Diptera family Cecidomyiidae, especially the subfamily Cecidomyiinae. The research combines ecological and phylogenetic relationships, taxonomic revision, species descriptions, field work, lab rearing, bioinformatics using Next Generation Sequencing, and traditional morphological taxonomy.
The fellowship is linked to the species survey project “Gall Midges Phase II”, financed by the Norwegian Biodiversity Information Centre, and will use mainly material collected in Norway.
This is a 4-year PhD position with 25% career-enhancing duty work. Salary is NOK 550,800–595,000 depending on competence and experience, with statutory pension contributions deducted. The position is intended for research training leading to a PhD degree, and admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences is required.
Eligibility highlights include an MSc degree in systematic biology, excellent English communication skills, and strong motivation for insect systematics. Preferred experience includes biosystematics, phylogenetics, species delimitation, taxonomy, insect collection and curation, DNA wet-lab work, bioinformatics, microscopy, slide mounting, and macro photography. Norwegian grade requirements apply.
To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, MSc thesis, relevant publications, certificates/transcripts, proof of English proficiency if needed, and contact details for 2–3 references through the Jobbnorge recruitment system by the deadline.
Deadline: 2026-09-30.
Funding details
4-year PhD fellowship at the University of Oslo/Natural History Museum, including 25% career-enhancing duty work. The position is salaried at NOK 550,800–595,000 depending on competence and experience, with 2% statutory contributions deducted. The PhD is associated with the project 'Gall Midges Phase II' financed by the Norwegian Biodiversity Information Centre.
What's required
Applicants must have an MSc degree in systematic biology. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required. Desirable qualifications include research in biosystematics such as phylogenetics, species delimitation and taxonomy; experience with field collection, handling, identification and curation of insects; DNA-based wet lab work; bioinformatics for biosystematics; microscopy, slide mounting and macro photography; and a strong interest in insect systematics. Applicants must also meet Norwegian grade requirements, including at least C average in bachelor-level courses, B average in master-level courses, and a master’s thesis graded B or better. Admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences is required.
How to apply
Prepare the required documents: cover letter, CV, MSc thesis and any relevant publications, certificates/transcripts, proof of English proficiency if applicable, and 2–3 references. Submit the application and attachments through the Jobbnorge recruitment system by clicking 'Apply for this job'.
More information can be found here
Ask ApplyKite AI
How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.