Postdoctoral Research Fellows in Social Anthropology (ERC HydroConnect Project) Chr. Michelsen Institute in Norway

The Department of Social Anthropology at the University of Bergen, in collaboration with the Chr. Michelsen Institute (CMI), announces two postdoctoral research fellow positions in social anthropology. These positions are part of the ERC-funded HydroConnect project, led by Professor Edyta Roszko. The project offers an exciting opportunity for early-career researchers to engage in cutting-edge anthropological research within a dynamic and international academic environment.

The successful candidates will join a vibrant research team at CMI, working on topics related to the HydroConnect project, which is funded by the European Research Council. The positions are ideal for scholars with a strong background in social anthropology and a keen interest in interdisciplinary research. The project may involve fieldwork, data analysis, and collaboration with other researchers in the field of anthropology and related disciplines.

Applicants must hold a PhD in social anthropology or a closely related field. The positions are fully funded, with salary and benefits provided according to institutional and ERC guidelines. For more information about the project, application requirements, and funding details, please refer to the official job posting linked below.

The application deadline is 1 March 2026. Interested candidates should review the full job description and submit their applications online through the provided link. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your research career in anthropology at a leading Norwegian research institute.