Anna Einarsson

The Oslo National Academy of the Arts (Kunsthøgskolen i Oslo, KHiO) is offering a PhD fellowship in artistic research within the field of Opera, starting October 1, 2026. KHiO is a leading institution in Norway for performing and creative arts, comprising six departments that foster a rich multidisciplinary environment. The Academy’s doctoral program in artistic research is internationally oriented and aims to generate new art, stage productions, design, knowledge, and perspectives on art, culture, and society through investigative practice. Artistic research is central to the Academy’s mission, and the program is designed to be groundbreaking, advancing both the field and the candidate’s own practice. The Opera department at KHiO holds national responsibility for opera education in Norway, offering world-class teaching and facilities. The curriculum combines individual, group, and project-based instruction, with core components including singing, musical interpretation, acting technique, language, stage productions, and concerts. Students work closely with professional directors, conductors, orchestras, and technical teams, ensuring a versatile, practice-oriented education. The department maintains strong ties with the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and other music institutions, and is part of several international opera networks. The position is open to candidates who wish to explore and develop opera as a meaningful contemporary art form. Applicants from diverse backgrounds—singers, pianists, conductors, composers, librettists, directors, choreographers, scenographers, dramaturgs, and more—are encouraged to apply. The daily workplace is at KHiO in Oslo, and the administrative language is Norwegian. Candidates must document proficiency in Norwegian, Swedish, or Danish at A2 level; language training will be provided if necessary. Applicants must demonstrate recognized artistic activity or development work of significant scope and level, and normally hold a performing and/or creative master’s degree in a relevant field. Equivalent education or artistic competence may be accepted upon special assessment. The position is a 3-year full-time appointment with standard employment rights and obligations for state university staff. The minimum annual salary is NOK 550,800, with automatic annual increases for up to four years, and a 2% mandatory pension contribution. Applications must be submitted via the KHiO portal at jobbnorge.no, including a completed project description, documentation of education and qualifications, a detailed CV covering artistic practice and development work, and documentation of artistic activity (up to 10 works). All attachments must be electronic and clearly marked. Only complete applications submitted through the portal by the deadline will be considered. For further information about the field and department, contact Dean Anna Einarsson ([email protected]). General information about the doctoral program is available on the KHiO website. An information webinar for applicants will be held on November 5, 2025.

The Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO) is a leading institution in Norway for artistic education and research, comprising six departments: Arts and Crafts, Dance, Design, Fine Art, Opera, and Theatre. The Academy fosters a vibrant, multidisciplinary environment and supports artistic research from the bachelor to doctoral level. The PhD program in artistic research at KHiO is designed to advance artistic practice and knowledge production, encouraging innovative research that results in new works of art, performances, and disciplinary insights. Artistic practice is central to the PhD, accompanied by reflective analysis to share working methods and insights. The Academy of Opera, which holds national responsibility for opera education in Norway, offers world-class faculty, stage facilities, and a curriculum that integrates singing, musical coaching, acting technique, language, and stage productions. Students benefit from collaborations with professional directors, conductors, orchestras, and production teams, as well as close ties to the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and other music institutions. The PhD research fellowship in Opera is open to candidates wishing to explore and develop opera as a contemporary art form. Eligible applicants include singers, pianists, conductors, composers, librettists, directors, choreographers, set designers, and dramaturges. The position begins on October 1, 2026, and is contingent upon admission to the PhD program in artistic research at KHiO. Daily work is based at the Academy, and proficiency in Norwegian, Swedish, or Danish at least at level A2 is required; language training is available if needed. Applicants must demonstrate recognized artistic work or research and typically hold a master’s degree in performing or creative arts, though comparable qualifications may be considered. Applications must be submitted electronically via the jobbnorge.no portal, including a completed application form, documentation of education and qualifications, a comprehensive CV, and documentation of artistic practice (up to 10 works). All materials must be submitted by the deadline and can be in a Scandinavian language or English. The fellowship is a three-year full-time position with a starting salary of NOK 550,800 per annum, automatic salary progression, and pension fund deduction. For subject area inquiries, contact Dean Anna Einarsson at [email protected]. An information webinar for applicants will be held on November 5, 2025.