Research assistant (50 %) at the Center for Digital Narrative

Research assistant (50 %) at the Center for Digital Narrative

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Research assistant (50 %) at the Center for Digital Narrative

The Center for Digital Narrative invites applications for a 50 % temporary position as Research Assistant at the Center for Digital Narrative at the University of Bergen. We are looking for a motivated and well-organized person. The role primarily involves coordinating research-related events and supporting the planning and execution of an international summer school. The position also includes tasks related to research communication and support for academic communities. The position is for a fixed-term period of 1 year, with the possibility of extension. The starting date is set to the 1st of October 2025.

Work tasks :

The work will be varied and include research assistance, event support, communication work, and other related tasks.

• Plan and carry out research events and the summer school, including logistics, participant follow-up, and practical coordination.
• Contribute to research communication through newsletters, websites, social media, and other outreach channels.
• Recording, editing, and distribution of podcasts produced at the center.
• Support the development of research communities, including game-based community. building and social science communication.
• Provide administrative and academic support to research groups, such as literature searches, data collection, reference management, and documentation.
• Other project-related tasks may be undertaken as agreed upon.

The workplace is at the Centre for Digital Narrative, University of Bergen.

Qualifications and personal qualities :

Personal suitability will be emphasized.

Applicants who have previously been employed as PhD Research Fellow or obtained qualifications equivalent to a PhD degree are not eligible for employment.

Vi tilbyr :

How to apply for the position :

Applications must be submitted electronically by the application deadline via the “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” link on this page. Applicants must complete the online CV form, and the application must include :

The application and attachments must be uploaded in Jobbnorge in Word or PDF format. Documents must be in Norwegian, English, or another Scandinavian language, or accompanied by certified translations into one of these languages.

Generell informasjon :

Further information about the position can be obtained by contacting professor Scott Rettberg by e-mail scott.rettberg@uib.no or phone : +47 55582264.

Questions or inquiries about the electronic application process can be directed to the Faculty of Humanities at fakadm@hf.uib.no.

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 applicants. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.

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

Diversity is a strength that enables us to solve our tasks even better. UiB therefore needs qualified employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, worldview, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.

We encourage applicants with disabilities, immigrant backgrounds, or gaps in their CV to apply. By indicating such circumstances in your application, you may receive favourable consideration. We ensure that at least one qualified applicant from each of these groups is invited for an interview as part of our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity. The successful applicant must comply with the guidelines that apply to the position at all times.

Further information about our employment process can be found here.

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About The University of Bergen

The University of Bergen is a renowned educational and research institution, organised into seven faculties and approximately 54 institutes and academic centres. Campus is located in the centre of Bergen with university areas at Nygårdshøyden, Haukeland, Marineholmen, Møllendalsveien and Årstad.

There are four departments and four centres at Faculty of Humanities. Read more about the faculty and departments.

Questions about the position

Scott Rettberg

Professor

scott.rettberg@uib.no