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Assistant Professor within the field of Theological Ethics

The Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies, School of Humanities, University of Iceland, invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Professor within the field of Theological Ethics. According to the University of Iceland's rules, the duties of academic staff are divided into three main components: research, teaching, and administration.

Field of work

  • Teaching and supervising courses within the field of theological ethics, both at undergraduate and graduate level. 
  • Research within this discipline and communicating the outcome. 
  • Participate in developing methods of teaching and the advancement of the field of studies and Faculty. 
  • Administration within the Faculty, the School, and the University, including serving on committees. 

Qualification requirements

  • Doctoral degree within the field of theological ethics. 
  • Experience of research within the field of theological ethics.
  • Teaching experience in theology is desirable.
  • Experience of supervising students with their final thesis at a university level is an advantage. 
  • Experience of administrative work is an advantage. 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility in human interaction, credibility, initiative and the ability to work independently
  • Good writing and communication skills in Icelandic and English. Applicants who do not have Icelandic as their native language, should within three years from their hiring, have learned enough Icelandic to be able to take on administrative responsibilities and teaching that requires knowledge in the Icelandic language. 

The selection process will take into consideration how well the applicant fits the needs and goals of the field of theological ethics.

Application process

The tentative starting date is January 1, 2027, or by agreement.

The position will be filled for a term of five years, with the possibility of a permanent appointment thereafter, cf. Paragraph 3, Article 31 of the Rules of the University of Iceland No. 569/2009.
The processing of applications, evaluation of candidates` qualifications, and appointment to the position shall follow the provisions of Act No. 85/2008 on Public Universities and the Rules of the University of Iceland No. 569/2009.

Applicants must submit the following documents with their application:

  1. A cover letter outlining, among other things, how the applicant meets the qualification requirements
  2. Diploma(s) or, where applicable, a certificate of academic record
  3. Academic curriculum vitae (CV)
  4. List of publications
  5. A report on research work and other professional work undertaken
  6. A statement of research and teaching plans if appointed
  7. Information on potential referees who may be contacted

The application must indicate which of the applicant`s publications, up to eight in total, are considered most significant with regard to the position in question. Applicants should submit only these publications with their application or provide information on where they are electronically accessible. If a submitted work has multiple authors, applicants must clarify their individual contribution to the work. Application materials that cannot be submitted electronically should be sent in two copies to the Science and Innovation Department, University of Iceland, Sæmundargata 2, 101 Reykjavík.

All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed of the outcome once a decision has been made. Applications may remain valid for six months after the application deadline.

In hiring for positions at the University of Iceland, the University`equality policy is taken into account. Attention is also drawn to the University of Iceland`language policy.

Since 1911, the University of Iceland has been a leading institution for business and societal progress in Iceland. It is a forward-looking research university and an active participant in international scientific collaboration.

The University of Iceland is the largest university in the country, offering nearly 400 programs at the undergraduate, master`s, and doctoral levels. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled, including over 2,000 international students.

More than 1,800 staff members work at the University of Iceland. The university emphasizes attracting a diverse community of employees and students to an international academic environment, where academic freedom, professionalism, equality, diversity, and inclusion are prioritized.

About the University of Iceland

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Application deadline

Application deadline is 14.09.2026

For further information contact

Rúnar Már Þorsteinsson

rmt@hi.is

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PhD position in Geology

The Institute of Earth Sciences at the University of Iceland seeks applicants to fill a three-year, 70-75% Ph.D. position in a project called ICE-MELT: Holocene magma evolution and eruption timing at Langjökull: Connecting glacial retreat to volcanic eruptions. The aim of the project is to investigate the link between glacial retreat and volcanic activity at Langjökull, Iceland, using a multidisciplinary approach including paleomagnetism, petrology and physical volcanology. The selected PhD student will be an integral part of every aspect of the proposed study: fieldwork, sample preparation, petrological and geochemical analysis, paleomagnetic dating, data processing and analysis, and publication writing. The planned research includes sampling campaigns and geological mapping at Prestahnúkur and Hveravellir volcanic systems, near the Langjökull glacier. An emphasis is given to a multidisciplinary approach combining geochemistry, paleomagnetism, and physical volcanology, giving the student the opportunity to learn multiple methods for constraining magma storage depths, eruption ages, and eruptive style during the project. The study will help us further our knowledge on how deglaciation influences volcanic systems, which is important for assessing volcanic hazards in Iceland and other glaciated volcanic regions.The project leader and academic advisors of this project will be Dr. Elisa Piispa, Dr. Alberto Caracciolo and Dr. Rosie Cole.  

Field of work

  • Investigation of the link between glacial retreat and volcanic eruptions at Langjökull using geophysical, petrological, and physical volcanology techniques.
  • Paleomagnetic dating of lava flows
  • Geochemical analysis (EMPA, ICP-OES, ICP-MS) and geothermobarometry modelling
  • Geological mapping and photogrammetry

Qualification requirements

  • A master's degree in Geophysics, Geology or other fields related to the project. The applicant must have completed this degree by the time the position begins
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team
  • Good collaboration and communication skills
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Ability to communicate research results, both spoken and written, at international conferences and in scientific journals
  • Previous experience in rock magnetism and/or geochemistry is an advantage

Employment is furthermore contingent upon the applicant formally applying for PhD studies at the Faculty of Earth Sciences at the University of Iceland and having the application approved by the faculty.

Application process

The applicant is expected to start by 1 December 2026, or according to further agreement.

The following documents must accompany the application:

  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Cover letter describing how the applicant meets the qualification requirements stated in the advertisement and how they can contribute to the position (max 2 pages).
  • Certified copies of diplomas and transcripts with grades (B.S. and M.S. diplomas, or equivalent. If the MS degree is not yet completed at the time of application, the applicant should include a letter from their supervisor stating the planned date of the M.S. defense and graduation).
  • List of publications (including academic theses) with doi or other urls where applicable
  • Contact information for two references

All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed of the outcome once a decision has been made. Applications may remain valid for six months after the application deadline.

In hiring for positions at the University of Iceland, the University's equality policy is taken into account. Attention is also drawn to the University of Iceland's language policy.

Since 1911, the University of Iceland has been a leading institution for business and societal progress in Iceland. It is a forward-looking research university and an active participant in international scientific collaboration.

The University of Iceland is the largest university in the country, offering nearly 400 programs at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled, including over 2,000 international students.

More than 1,800 staff members work at the University of Iceland. The university emphasizes attracting a diverse community of employees and students to an international academic environment, where academic freedom, professionalism, equality, diversity, and inclusion are prioritized.

About the University of Iceland 

Schools, faculties and interdisciplinary studies 

International Staff Services

Application deadline

Application deadline is 21.09.2026

For further information contact

Elisa Johanna Piispa

piispa@hi.is

Alberto Caracciolo

alberto@hi.is

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Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Iceland invites applications for a full time tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering. According to the University of Iceland's rules, the duties of academic staff are divided into three main components: research (40%), teaching (48%), and administration (12%).

Field of work

  • Internationally recognized research and publication of peer-reviewed scientific articles
  • Teaching and development of undergraduate and graduate courses
  • Supervision of graduate students
  • Securing research funding
  • Administrative duties, including service on committees at the department, school, or university level

Qualification requirements

  • PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field
  • Expertise in computer engineering, electrical power engineering, control engineering, or electronics is an advantage
  • Research experience in the relevant area and publications of peer-reviewed scientific articles in the area
  • Experience in university-level teaching is desirable
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficiency in both written and spoken English

In making the appointment, consideration will be given to how well the successful candidate's qualifications and expertise align with the needs of the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the School of Engineering and Natural Sciences as a whole.

Application process

The successful candidate is expected to take up the position as soon as possible, and no later than 1 August 2027.

The position will be filled for a term of five years, with the possibility of a permanent appointment thereafter, cf. Paragraph 3, Article 31 of the Rules of the University of Iceland No. 569/2009.
The processing of applications, evaluation of candidates` qualifications, and appointment to the position shall follow the provisions of Act No. 85/2008 on Public Universities and the Rules of the University of Iceland No. 569/2009.

Applicants must submit the following documents with their application:

  1. A cover letter outlining, among other things, how the applicant meets the qualification requirements
  2. Diploma(s) or, where applicable, a certificate of academic record
  3. Academic curriculum vitae (CV)
  4. List of publications
  5. A report on research work and other professional work undertaken
  6. A statement of research and teaching plans if appointed
  7. Information on potential referees who may be contacted

The application must indicate which of the applicant`s publications, up to eight in total, are considered most significant with regard to the position in question. Applicants should submit only these publications with their application or provide information on where they are electronically accessible. If a submitted work has multiple authors, applicants must clarify their individual contribution to the work. Application materials that cannot be submitted electronically should be sent in two copies to the Science and Innovation Department, University of Iceland, Sæmundargata 2, 101 Reykjavík.

All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed of the outcome once a decision has been made. Applications may remain valid for six months after the application deadline.

In hiring for positions at the University of Iceland, the University`s equality policy is taken into account. Attention is also drawn to the University of Iceland`s language policy.

Since 1911, the University of Iceland has been a leading institution for business and societal progress in Iceland. It is a forward-looking research university and an active participant in international scientific collaboration.

The University of Iceland is the largest university in the country, offering nearly 400 programs at the undergraduate, master`s, and doctoral levels. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled, including over 2,000 international students.

More than 1,800 staff members work at the University of Iceland. The university emphasizes attracting a diverse community of employees and students to an international academic environment, where academic freedom, professionalism, equality, diversity, and inclusion are prioritized.

About the University of Iceland

Application deadline

Application deadline is 01.10.2026

For further information contact

Lotta María Ellingsen

lotta@hi.is

Ingibjörg Óðinsdóttir

ingaodins@hi.is

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Assistant Professor in Computer Science or Software Engineering

The University of Iceland invites applications for a full-time position as Assistant Professor in computer science or software engineering within the Department of Computer Science in the School of Engineering and Natural Sciences.In accordance with the University of Iceland's regulations, the duties of academic staff are divided into three main areas: research, teaching, and administration.

Field of work

  • Teaching within the department, including introductory courses
  • Supervision of master's and doctoral students
  • Conducting research in computer science, software engineering or related fields
  • Attracting domestic and international research funding
  • Participation in the administration of the department and teaching development

Qualification requirements

  • Ph.D. in computer science, software engineering or a closely related field
  • An active research record with publications in international venues in the field of computer science or software engineering
  • Good command of English, both written and spoken
  • Experience in university teaching and student supervision is an advantage
  • Experience in attracting research funding is an advantage 
  • Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and/or of collaboration with industry is an advantage
  • Good collaborative and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate knowledge effectively
  • The ability to teach in Icelandic is an advantage. Appointees are required to attain proficiency at the B1 level in Icelandic within four years of appointment. The University of Iceland provides support to help staff achieve the necessary language skills.

Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates working in one or more of the following areas, although applications from other areas of computer science are also welcome:

  • Human-computer interaction. User-centred software engineering, requirements engineering, user experience and interaction design, accessible and inclusive design, together with qualitative and quantitative methods for user research.
  • Applied artificial intelligence. Software development supported by generative AI, based on formal and informal specifications; verification and validation of AI-generated code; together with the design, orchestration and evaluation of AI agents that carry out tasks with limited supervision.
  • Cyber-physical systems. Embedded systems, edge computing, robotics, and distributed or resource-constrained systems.
  • Cybersecurity. Security and resilience of software, systems and networks; cryptography and secure protocols; vulnerability analysis; monitoring of and response to security incidents; together with the human dimensions of cybersecurity.

Application process

The position will be filled for a term of five years, with the possibility of a permanent appointment thereafter, cf. Paragraph 3, Article 31 of the Rules of the University of Iceland No. 569/2009. Applicants who meet the relevant requirements may apply for expedited promotion immediately following recruitment under Article 3 of Regulation no. 1300/2020 on promotion of academic staff at the University of Iceland.
The processing of applications, evaluation of candidates` qualifications, and appointment to the position shall follow the provisions of Act No. 85/2008 on Public Universities and the Rules of the University of Iceland No. 569/2009. 

Applicants must submit the following documents with their application: 

  1. A cover letter outlining, among other things, how the applicant meets the qualification requirements 
  2. Diploma(s) or, where applicable, a certificate of academic record 
  3. Academic curriculum vitae (CV) 
  4. List of publications 
  5. A report on research work and other professional work undertaken 
  6. A statement of research and teaching plans if appointed 
  7. Information on potential referees who may be contacted

The application must indicate which of the applicant`s publications, up to eight in total, are considered most significant with regard to the position in question. Applicants should submit only these publications with their application or provide information on where they are electronically accessible. If a submitted work has multiple authors, applicants must clarify their individual contribution to the work. Application materials that cannot be submitted electronically should be sent in two copies to the Science and Innovation Department, University of Iceland, Sæmundargata 2, 101 Reykjavík.

All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed of the outcome once a decision has been made. Applications may remain valid for six months after the application deadline. 

In hiring for positions at the University of Iceland, the University`s equality policy is taken into account. Attention is also drawn to the University of Iceland`s language policy.

Since 1911, the University of Iceland has been a leading institution for business and societal progress in Iceland. It is a forward-looking research university and an active participant in international scientific collaboration.

The University of Iceland is the largest university in the country, offering nearly 400 programs at the undergraduate, master`s, and doctoral levels. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled, including over 2,000 international students.

More than 1,800 staff members work at the University of Iceland. The university emphasizes attracting a diverse community of employees and students to an international academic environment, where academic freedom, professionalism, equality, diversity, and inclusion are prioritized.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 02.10.2026

For further information contact

Kristján Jónasson

jonasson@hi.is

Hafsteinn Einarsson

hafsteinne@hi.is

Apply now

Doktorsnemi í Horizon Europe og THCS Verkefni - Straumlínustjórnun í heilbrigðiskerfi

Laust er til umsóknar fullt starf doktorsnema við iðnaðarverkfræðideild Háskóla Íslands. Starfið er til þriggja ára og er hluti af þverfaglegu verkefni, MUSCLE, þar sem doktorsneminn mun læra og þróa færni í beitingu straumlínustjórnunar, ferlagreiningar og gagnaúrvinnslu innan heilbrigðiskerfisins (e. Lean Healthcare). Verkefnið MUSCLE er styrkt af Horizon Europe - THCS Partnership og markáætlun (#THCS2025-361). Markmið verkefnisins er að umbreyta meðferðarferlum við stoðkerfissjúkdóma með því að beita Lean Healthcare - aðferðum til að draga úr sóun, einfalda verkferla og efla sjúklingamiðaða þjónustu sem og bæta nýtingu heilbrigðisauðlinda.Doktorsneminn mun starfa með rannsakendum MUSCLE-verkefnisins sem koma frá Háskóla Íslands, íslenska heilbrigðiskerfinu, Háskólanum í Skövde (Svíþjóð), sænska heilbrigðiskerfinu, Háskólanum í Mondragón (Spáni), spænska heilbrigðiskerfinu og Heilbrigðisráðuneyti Möltu. Íslenski hluti verkefnisins felur í sér ferlagreiningu og úrvinnslu heilbrigðisgagna sem styðja markmið MUSCLE, auk kortlagningu stafrænna lausna. Starfið felur í sér heimsóknir til samstarfsaðila í Svíþjóð, Spáni og Möltu. 

Field of work

  • Greining á ferlum ákveðinna stoðkerfissjúkdóma í gegnum íslenska heilbrigðiskerfið
  • Kortlagning á tæknilausnum sem styðja ferli við meðferð stoðkerfissjúkdóma
  • Þátttaka í rannsóknarvinnu í samstarfi við leiðbeinanda
  • Þátttaka í alþjóðlegu þjálfunar- og tengslanetstarfi innan verkefnisins 

Qualification requirements

  • Meistaragráða (120  ECTS) í verkfræði eða skyldum greinum, eða sambærileg gráða á jafnvirku akademísku stigi. Umsækjandi skal hafa lokið prófi þegar starf hefst.
  • Reynsla af annað hvort ferlagreiningum í iðnaðarverkfræði eða þekkingu af heilbrigðiskerfinu, kostur ef viðkomandi hefur bæði.
  • Góð íslensku- og enskukunnátta, í ræðu sem riti. Góð færni í öðru norrænu máli (norska, danska, sænska eða færeyska) er kostur.
  • Frumkvæði og sjálfstæð vinnubrögð.
  • Reynsla af verkefnum sem fjármögnuð eru af ESB eða öðrum alþjóðlegum samstarfsverkefnum er kostur.
  • Góð samstarfs- og samskiptahæfni sem stuðlar að jákvæðu, inngildandi og þekkingardrifnu rannsóknarumhverfi.

Application process

Eftirfarandi gögn skulu fylgja umsókn: 

  • Ferilskrá
  • Kynningarbréf þar sem fjallað er um hvernig umsækjandi uppfyllir þær hæfnikröfur sem settar eru fram í auglýsingunni og hvað hann telur sig geta lagt af mörkum til starfsins 
  • Afrit af prófskírteinum 
  • Upplýsingar um umsagnaraðila 

Öllum umsóknum verður svarað og umsækjendum tilkynnt um ráðstöfun starfsins þegar ákvörðun hefur verið tekin. Umsóknir geta gilt í sex mánuði frá lokum umsóknafrests. 

Við ráðningu í störf í Háskóla Íslands er tekið mið af Jafnréttisáætlun Háskóli Íslands. Vakin er athygli á Málstefna Háskóla Íslands

Háskóli Íslands hefur frá stofnun verið undirstaða atvinnulífs og framfara í íslensku samfélagi. HÍ er jafnframt framsækinn rannsóknarháskóli og virkur þátttakandi í alþjóðlegu vísindasamstarfi. Háskóli Íslands er stærsti háskóli landsins og býður upp á hátt í 400 námsleiðir á grunn-, meistara- og doktorsstigi. Um 14.000 nemendur stunda nám við skólann, þar af yfir 2.000 alþjóðlegir nemar. 

 

Við Háskóla Íslands starfa yfir 1.800 manns. Skólinn leggur áherslu á að laða til sín fjölbreyttan hóp starfsfólks og stúdenta í alþjóðlegt fræðasamfélag þar sem akademískt frelsi, fagmennska, jafnrétti, fjölbreytileiki og inngilding eru í öndvegi. 36 stunda vinnuvika hefur verið innleidd í stjórnsýslustörfum skólans. 

Nánar um Háskóla Íslands, fræðasvið og deildir.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 23.09.2026

For further information contact

Guðmundur Valur Oddsson

gvo@hi.is

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