Vacancies

Postdoctoral researcher position in observational cosmology

We are advertising a postdoctoral researcher position at the Science Institute at the University of Iceland with a focus on observational cosmology. The researcher will join the CMBeam project team funded through a grant from the European Research Council. This is a two-year position with the possibility of a one-year extension.

Further information

Field of work

The research can have components from data analysis, instrumentation, and microwave measurement techniques. Ideally, these efforts will be conducted in the context of existing CMB experiments that group members are participating in, including but not limited to the Simons Observatory, the Taurus balloon-borne experiment, and the LiteBIRD satellite.

The postdoctoral researcher will join the CMBeam team (http://cmbeam.com/). The primary aim of CMBeam is to develop advanced algorithms, measurement systems, and methodologies that are critical to the design and calibration of next-generation telescopes used to study the cosmic microwave background (CMB).

Qualification requirements

A PhD degree in physics, astronomy, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, applied mathematics or related subjects.
Programming background in Python (or similar language).
Good command of the English language in spoken and written form.
Good communication skills and the ability to work both individually and in groups.

Application process

The expected start date is September 2025 although an earlier start is allowed.

Application process

Applications must include:

CV and publication list.
A research statement describing the candidate's research background and future plans.
Course transcript from bachelor, master's, and PhD work. A copy is sufficient; an official translation is not necessary.
Names and contact information (workplace and email address) of 3 individuals willing to provide a letter of reference.
If possible, a digital copy of the PhD thesis text and key publications led by the candidate.

All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed about the appointment when a decision has been made. Applications are valid in the system for 6 months after the application deadline.

Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland. http://www.hi.is/haskolinn/jafnrettisaaetlun#markmid2

The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy. https://www.hi.is/haskolinn/malstefna_haskola_islands

The University of Iceland is a growing community of knowledge and is a very dynamic and interesting workplace. Our values are academic freedom, professionalism and equality. The University strives to provide flexibility and encourages participation in the progression of studies and research in all fields within the realm of the University. The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences employs ca. 400 people involved with teaching and research. The School offers an international working environment, with the number of international employees and students increasing each year. Currently about a quarter of all employees and graduate students are international. The school has around 2000 students and numerous graduate students. The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences is proud of its diversity and reform-minded environment where knowledge acquisition and sharing are paramount.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 02.12.2024

For further information contact

Jón Emil Guðmundsson

jegudmunds@hi.is

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PhD student position in observational cosmology

We are advertising a PhD student position in observational cosmology with a focus on the cosmic microwave background (CMB). The program will take place within the Physics Department at the University of Iceland. The position is funded for a minimum of three years with funds from the European Research Council.

Further information

Field of work

The PhD student will join the CMBeam team (http://cmbeam.com/) and the thesis work can have components from a combination of data analysis and various instrumentation efforts.

Thes research will likely be conducted in the context of existing CMB experiments that group members are participating in, including but not limited to the Simons Observatory, the Taurus balloon-borne experiment, and LiteBIRD.

The student is expected to collaborate with other physicists, both at the University of Iceland, as well as other institutions across the world. The student will work under the guidance of Prof. Jon E. Gudmundsson.

Qualification requirements

A master's degree in physics, astronomy, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, applied mathematics or related subjects.
A good programming background in Python (or similar language)
Good command of the English language in spoken and written form.
Good communication skills and the ability to work both individually and in groups.

The hiring is contingent on the candidate applying formally for the PhD program at the University of Iceland at the corresponding department and that the application is approved by the faculty.

Application process

The student is expected to begin the studies in September 2025 although an earlier start date is possible.

Application process

Applications must include:

CV (including any publications).
A research statement (roughly one page of text), explaining why you would like to join the CMBeam research team.
Course transcript from bachelor and master's work. A copy is sufficient; an official translation is not necessary at this stage.
Names and contact information (workplace and email address) of 2-3 individuals willing to provide a letter of reference.
Applicants are invited to include a copy of their master's thesis (regardless of written language) as well as any relevant publications (max 5 documents).

All applications will be answered and applicants will be informed about the appointment when a decision has been made.

Appointments of the positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland.

The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences constitute ca. 360 employees in different academic positions. The School offers an international working environment, with the number of international employees and students increasing each year. Currently about quarter of all employees and graduate students are international. There are around 2900 students at the School, divided into six faculties, including approximately 350 MS students and 150 doctoral students. Research institutes at the School are the Science Institute that divides into the Institute of Earth Sciences and Institute of Physical Sciences, Institute of Life and Environmental Sciences, Biomedical Center, Engineering Research Institute and the Institute for Sustainability Studies which is an interdisciplinary institute and belongs to the five schools of the University of Iceland.

The University of Iceland is the largest teaching, research and science institute in Iceland. More information about the University of Iceland can be found at the University of Iceland website, Relocation Service.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 02.12.2024

For further information contact

Jón Emil Guðmundsson

jegudmunds@hi.is

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Post-doctoral Fellowship

The University of Iceland invites applications for a post-doctoral fellowship at the School of Humanities (Institute of Philosophy) in connection with the research project `Freedom to Make Sense - Embodied, Experiential Inquiry and Research¿, funded by the Icelandic Research Fund (RANNÍS). The full-time position is fixed-term for 2 years.The project Freedom to Make Sense: Embodied, Experiential Inquiry and Research (MakeSense), is a three-year long research project run collaboratively by the University of Iceland and the Iceland University of the Arts. The project, based on philosophy and the cognitive sciences, aims at connecting embodied-experiential and mindful methods of research. Through the program, researchers experiment with methods of accessing lived experience as a source of thinking as a response to an environmental and social crisis that calls for transformative ways of thinking. The project also involves establishing a research and training center which aims at gathering leading scientists and scholars who enact an innovative leap from theories of embodied cognition into research practices enhancing an embodied experiential and mindful approach to complex research issues. The core part of the collaborating team has laid foundations for the project by running a pilot Erasmus+ training program (TECTU www.trainingect.com) since the year of 2021.The principal investigators of the project are Donata Schoeller (University of Iceland and Universität Koblenz), Björn Þorsteinsson (University of Iceland), Sigríður Þorgeirsdóttir (University of Iceland), Guðbjörg R. Jóhannesdóttir (Iceland University of the Arts) og Kristín Valsdóttir (Iceland University of the Arts). Co-proposers from over 20 international partner universities and institutions also take part in the project.Further information about the project can be found on makesense.hi.is

Further information

Field of work

The tasks of the post-doctoral fellow include participating in the training of partners, research, attending meetings and workshops, prepare research publications, present papers at scholarly conferences and meetings, and assist with the administration of the project and its events. The post-doctoral researcher will be expected to work with a research team consisting of the project¿s PI¿s, co-proposers and three project managers.

The post-doctoral fellow is expected to work at the project for the most part at the University of Iceland to facilitate the collaboration of the team. The University will assist with applications of visa permits if needed for non-EU/EEA applicants (EU and EEA citizens do not need a work visa).

Qualification requirements

A doctoral degree completed within 6 years from the beginning of the fellowship in a relevant field of the research project (extensions of eligibility window will be considered for career breaks relating to illnesses, maternity or paternity leaves and other related events).
Excellent English skills (spoken and written).
Knowledge of Icelandic is considered an advantage
Research background relating to the research focus of the project (such as in phenomenology or philosophy of the body) is desirable.

Application process

Preferably, the position should be started shortly after the application process has been completed.

The application should include:

An academic CV
A statement of research intent (up to 500 words)
A sample of academic writing (e.g., an article or chapter)
Certificates of academic degrees
Two or three letters of recommendation with contact information (please ask each referee to email their letter to esmari@hi.is)

For further information please contact Sigríður Þorgeirsdóttir, professor of philosophy, sigrthor@hi.is, or Eiríkur Smári Sigurðsson, Director of Research, School of Humanities, esmari@hi.is.

All applications will be answered and applicants will be informed about the appointment when a decision has been made. Applications may be valid for six months.

Salaries follow the standardised wage agreements between the Association of University Teachers (Félag háskólakennara, www.fh.hi.is) and the Ministry of Finances.

Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland.

The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy.

Specialized assistance and practical support is offered to all incoming international staff and their families on various issues related to moving to Iceland. More information can be found at the University of Iceland website, International Staff Service.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 15.01.2025

For further information contact

Sigríður Þorgeirsdóttir

sigrthor@hi.is

Eiríkur Smári Sigurðarson

esmari@hi.is

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Research Scientist in Chemistry at the Science Institute

The Chemistry Department at the Science Institute, University of Iceland, seeks applicants for a full-time position of a Research Scientist in Analytical Chemistry. The Chemistry Department at the Science Institute is place of research in chemistry within the University of Iceland, which covers all major fields of chemistry, including organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry. The members of the department are responsible for teaching chemistry at the undergraduate and graduate levels at the University, including supervision of graduate students in their research projects.

Further information

Field of work

The responsibilities of the position are twofold. Part of the job duties (50%) involves research in analytical chemistry that meets international standards, and the other part of the job duties (50%) involves management and supervision of analytical instruments in the Chemistry Department, which will include assisting researchers in their use and performing analyses on specialized instruments.

Qualification requirements

Ph.D. in Chemistry
Research activity at the international level
Experience in obtaining grants for infrastructure and research is preferred.
Good interpersonal skills
Proficiency in spoken and written Icelandic and English

In the hiring decision, considerations will be given to how well the applicant fits the current circumstances and needs of the Chemistry Department, especially with regards to the management and development of infrastructure in analytical chemistry.

Application process

The tentative starting date is as soon as possible or according to agreement although not until after the work, of the committees involved in the recruitment process, is finished.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents with their application:

Cover letter where it is stated how the applicant meets the qualification requirements.
Certificates of education.
Curriculum Vitae.
List of publications.
Report on scholarly work and other work they carried out.
Outline of proposed research plan, if hired.
Contact information for three referees willing to provide a reference.

The applicant must list up to eight of their most important publications in relation to this position. The applicant must include a copy of these publications along with the application or indicate where they can be accessed electronically. When multiple authors are listed in a publication, the applicant must include an account of their contribution to the publication. Applications and accompanying documents, which are not submitted in electronic form, must be sent in duplicate to the Division of Science and Innovation, University of Iceland, Main Building, Sæmundargata 2, 101 Reykjavik, Iceland.

The successful candidate will be hired for five years with the possibility of a permanent contract at the end of this period, cf. paragraph 3, Article 31 of the Regulation for the University of Iceland no. 569/2009.

Processing of applications, evaluation of applicants' competence and hiring shall be in accordance with the Act on Public Higher Education Institutions no. 85/2008 and the Regulation for the University of Iceland no. 569/2009.

All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed about the appointment when a decision has been made. Applications can remain valid for six months after the application deadline.

Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland.

The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy.

The University of Iceland is a flourishing community of knowledge and is a very dynamic and interesting workplace. Our values are academic freedom, professionalism and equality. The University strives to provide flexibility and encourages participation in the development of the study programs and research in all fields within the realm of the University. The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences employs ca. 390 people involved with teaching and research. The School offers an international working environment, where currently about quarter of all employees and graduate students are international, and that number is increasing each year.

Academic employees at the Science Institute are ca. 60 teachers and specialists. The institute is a research platform for teachers, specialists and graduate students who conduct basic research in physical and earth sciences. The Science Institute has strong international connections and many research projects are carried out in extensive collaboration between scientists in Iceland and abroad.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 10.12.2024

For further information contact

Sigríður Guðrún Suman

sgsuman@hi.is

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Project Manager for the Center for Digital Humanities and Arts at the School of Humanities

The University of Iceland invites applications for a 50% to 75% project manager position at the Center for Digital Humanities and Arts (CDHA). The position is for two years. The Center for Digital Humanities and Arts (CDHA) serves as a collaborative platform for fifteen institutions focused on developing digital research infrastructure, advancing digital research methods, and participating in funded projects (both domestic and international) related to digital humanities and arts. The role involves the development and management of CDHA and its member institutions' projects.The position is based at the University of Iceland's School of Humanities, but the project manager may occasionally work from other member institutions as project needs require. The workload is a minimum of 50% and can be up to 75%, depending on project status and mutual agreement.

Further information

Field of work

Work on the development of new projects and grant applications with member institutions.
Participation in projects within member institutions funded through CDHA.
Assistance with the development and management of other projects in the field of digital humanities.
Communication with CDHA member institutions and promotes increased collaboration between them.
Communication with key stakeholders, such as the Infrastructure Fund¿s board, relevant ministries, Rannis (the Icelandic Centre for Research), and the media.
Plans and preparations for meetings of the CDHA board and working groups.
Contract and report preparation for the Infrastructure Fund and other funds.
Organization of events and their promotion.
Other tasks requested by member institutions, subject to CDHA board approval.

Qualification requirements

A master's degree relevant for the position, e.g. in humanities, arts, information technology or another relevant field.
Experience in digital humanities is desirable.
Initiative, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
Proficiency in Icelandic is desirable.
Proficiency in English.

Application process

The preferred start date is January 1, 2025, or by further agreement.

Applications should include:

A CV.
A cover letter describing how education and skills are relevant to the role.
Copies of degree certificates.
Information on 2-3 referees

All applicants will receive a response, and all candidates will be informed once a decision has been made. Applications are valid for six months after the application deadline.

Hiring at the University of Iceland adheres to the university's equality policy.

Attention is drawn to the University of Iceland's language policy.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 02.12.2024

For further information contact

Eiríkur Smári Sigurðarson

esmari@hi.is

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PhD position in Electrical- and Computer Engineering

Applications are invited for a full-time PhD student position in Electrical- and Computer Engineering in the field of medical image analysis. The position is fully funded by The Icelandic Research Fund (RANNIS) for three years and involve collaborations between the University of Iceland and extended international research teams of engineers and clinicians.

Further information

Field of work

The main objective of the project is the development of fully automated image processing strategies for hip-fracture risk assessment. Osteoporosis is a chronic disease that increases fracture risk with age, especially hip fractures. Image-based biomarkers from finite element (FE) analysis of the proximal femur offer promise for hip-fracture risk assessment; however, manual segmentation of Computed Tomography (CT) images has hindered clinical translation. The PhD student will develop novel image processing methods for a fully automated femur segmentation approach for CT images that is robust across different CT scanners. Through extensive international collaboration and validation on diverse clinical data from Europe, the USA, and Asia, we aim for a proof-of-concept for future FE analyses for different clinical applications.

Qualification requirements

MSc degree in a relevant field, including electrical- and computer engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, or physics.
A background in AI, deep learning, or machine learning is an advantage.
Ability to work independently and have strong communication skills.
Proficiency in both written and spoken English.

The hiring is contingent on the candidate applying formally for the Ph.D. program at the University of Iceland at the corresponding department and that the application is approved by the faculty.

Application process

The PhD student position can start as soon as the applicant has been accepted to the PhD program.

Applications should include:

Cover letter stating the applicant's research interests.
CV (stating relevant work experience, knowledge in computer programming, and a list of publications if any).
Copies of university diplomas (BS and MS), course listings with grade information (in English).
Names and contact information of two professional referees (including their relationship to the applicant).

Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland. http://www.hi.is/haskolinn/jafnrettisaaetlun#markmid2

The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy. https://www.hi.is/haskolinn/malstefna_haskola_islands

The University of Iceland is the largest teaching, research and science institute in Iceland. The University of Iceland is a growing community of knowledge and is a very dynamic and interesting workplace. Our values are academic freedom, professionalism, and equality. The University strives to provide flexibility and encourages participation in the progression of the studies and research in all fields within the realm of the University.

The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences employs around 400 people involved with teaching and research. The School offers an international working environment, with the number of international employees and students increasing each year. Currently about quarter of all employees and graduate students are international. The school has 2000 students and numerous graduate students. The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences is proud of its¿ diversity and reform-minded environment where knowledge acquisition and sharing is paramount.

For further information please visit the University of Iceland and Relocation Services webpages.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 20.12.2024

For further information contact

Lotta María Ellingsen

lotta@hi.is