Nord Universitet

Bodø

Kiron Viswanath

Faggruppeleder

<h2>About the position</h2><p>The Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture at Nord University (Bodø, Norway) has an open position (20%) as Professor in Algae and Cell-based Bioprocesses for a period of five years affiliated to the Algal and Microbial Biotechnology division. This role offers a unique opportunity to join forces with members of the division and lead or co-develop excellent research activities. </p><p>The position is available from January 1, 2026, and primarily connected to the activities of the division at Bodø. </p><p>We expect to receive applications from candidates with a long-standing experience in the specific field announced. An exemplary scientific track record in research and innovation, as well as in academic leadership are necessary to fulfil the requirements for the position.</p><br /><h2>Duties and responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Advise on research initiatives at the group and faculty level</li><li>Develop projects in collaboration with members of the group and lead them, where appropriate</li><li>Engage in green technology initiatives that contribute to circular economy and sustainable development in the region</li><li>Participate in supervising doctoral students and mentoring young researchers</li><li>Contribute to the group&#39;s scientific dissemination and communication activities</li><li>Extend the reach of the research group through networking at various levels</li><li>Participate in the development of new educational programs at the faculty, including lifelong learning.</li></ul><br /><h2>Qualification requirements</h2><ul><li>Doctoral degree in a field that is directly relevant to the announced position.</li><li>Educational proficiency: Pedagogical or didactic competence to promote learning, including knowledge and skills in the development and implementation of teaching and supervision at the university level.   Nord University has supplementary provisions on educational competence. For further information please refer to <a href="mailto:https://www.nord.no/en/node/42166%2310.8-educational-competence" rel="nofollow">NORDs requirements for educational competence</a> </li><li>Quality development in own teaching and supervision over time and a high degree of reflection on own practice</li><li>Experience in initiating, leading and/or participating in the development of educational programmes, its quality and management</li><li>Broad experience with supervision, preferably at master&#39;s/PhD level</li><li>Proven team leadership skills, with experience in mentoring researchers, and fostering scientific collaboration</li><li>Extensive experience in securing external funding for research and managing projects</li><li>Science leadership roles at the top level - faculty or institutional level</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams</li><li>An excellent scientific publication record</li></ul><p><strong>Desired experience</strong></p><ul><li>Entrepreneurial approach to innovation and industry engagement on circular and ‘green’ technologies</li><li>Strong track record of industry collaboration in sustainable biotechnology entrepreneurship at European and International level.</li></ul><p> </p><br /><h2>Qualified applicants will be ranked according to the following criteria:</h2><ul><li>Research and development with relevance to the position</li><li>Emphasis will be placed on publications within the last five years</li><li>Experience with international research networks and projects with external funding</li><li>Experience from teaching and academic supervision at bachelor-, master- and doctoral- levels from the university and college sector</li><li>Educational qualifications from a college, university or equivalent</li><li>Pedagogical skills</li><li>Relevant professional practice</li><li>Good skills in communication and collaboration with students, colleagues</li><li>Individual qualities that can contribute positively to the workplace environment</li><li>Good oral and written presentation skills in English and Norwegian (or possibly another Scandinavian language)</li></ul><br /><h2>We offer</h2><p>The position is compensated according to government regulations, LPL 17.510, code 1013 Professor. Salary by agreement.</p><ul><li>Advantages within the <a href="http://www.spk.no" rel="nofollow">Government Pension Fund </a>for loans, insurance and pension</li><li>Creative and collegial working environment </li><li>A workplace with steady progressive development </li><li>Flexible working hours </li><li>Active university sports team </li></ul><br /><h2>General information</h2><p>The person who is appointed must abide by the applicable laws, agreements, and directives. The responsibilities and duties associated with the position may change with future reorganization at Nord University.</p><p>The public sector workforce is expected to reflect the diversity of the population in general. Nord University therefore encourages qualified candidates with disabilities, gaps in their CV, immigrant backgrounds or different life experience to apply. </p><p>If applicants indicate they have disabilities or gaps in their CV, their details may be used anonymously for the purposes of governmental annual review.</p><br /><h2>Contact information</h2><p>Further information about the position can be obtained by contacting:</p><ul><li>Professor Kiron Viswanath, <a href="mailto:kiron.viswanath&#64;nord.no" rel="nofollow">kiron.viswanath&#64;nord.no</a>, tel.: &#43;4775517399</li></ul><br /><h2>Application process</h2><p>Applicants will be evaluated by an expert committee. Short-listed applicants will be called for an interview and trial lecture. These will be decisive for the appointment.</p><br /><h2>Application</h2><p>Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of <strong>14.11.2025.</strong></p><p><strong>The electronic application must contain: </strong></p><ul><li>A cover letter that explains your motivation for applying for this position</li><li>A letter of intent describing possible avenues of research linked to themes in the title of the announced position, and the possible ways to strengthen research and innovation in the field</li><li>Complete CV summarizing education, positions held, teaching and research experience, publications, administrative experience, engagement with the industry and other qualifying activities.</li><li>Copy of the doctoral diploma.</li><li>Links (DOI) to five most relevant publications / academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered and stating why they are scientifically important from your perspective.</li><li>Other activities considered relevant to the position and desired to be taken into consideration during the assessment.</li><li>Contact details for two references</li><li><p>It is the applicant&#39;s responsibility to submit the complete documentation within the deadline. The applicants will be assessed by an internal expert committee. Suitable candidates will be invited for an interview, trial lecture, or other presentations.</p><p> </p></li></ul><p><strong>All documentation to be considered is to be uploaded as attachments to the application.</strong></p><p><strong>Complete documentation in electronic form must be submitted by the closing date for applications.</strong></p><p>After the application period has expired a list of applicants will be published. Note that, in special cases, the identity of particular applicants to a position may be made public even when that applicant has requested that their application be processed confidentially. Applicants requesting an exemption from publication of their identity must explain their reasons for doing so in their application. In this case, advance notice will be given in the event of a decision to make any information about the applicant public.</p><p><strong>Application deadline: 14.11.2025</strong></p><p><strong>Ref.nr. 30071952</strong></p><br />

Professor in Algae and cell-based bioprocesses (20 %)