项目介绍

2026年2月19日

The PhD position is linked to the Norwegian Research Council-funded research project “Analysing violent variations in ancient Jewish narrative” (AViVa), which will analyse the conveyed norms of violence in depictions of warfare and organised conflict in ancient Jewish literature (c. 5th century BCE to 3rd century CE). AViVa’s main goal is to examine variation in episodes of violence over the course of conflict and to trace how excessive or norm-breaking violence was narrated in Jewish accounts of ancient wars involving large-scale Jewish participation. 

The PhD position is connected to AViVa’s work package about violence and identity in biblical, ancient Jewish and/or related texts, examining how those who instigate or order excess violence are characterised. We invite projects seeking to answer how conceptions of violence interact with elements of identity creation, and how narratives of violence affect identity formulation. Projects which examine character profiles, group classification, and stereotyping function in narratives of extended conflicts are also welcome. Projects are expected to engage with narrative analysis of the sources identified for research.

The PhD candidate is expected to formulate and carry out an independent study within this topic. 

About the PhD Fellowship and the Research Training:

The primary objective of the PhD position is to lead to the successful completion of a doctoral degree (PhD)  that qualifies for independent research and other roles requiring specific competencies. 

The duration of the PhD position is three years, of which 2.5 years will be allocated to work on the doctoral research project. As a PhD fellow, you will be admitted to the Faculty of Humanities’ PhD programme. The programme includes a training component of 30 ECTS, corresponding to six months of the employment period.

Qualifications and personal qualities:

The applicant must:

• Hold a Norwegian master’s degree or an equivalent foreign degree in the study of religion, history, or a closely related discipline. The degree must have been awarded by the application deadline. Foreign degrees will be assessed in accordance with the standards set by the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills.
• Be able to work independently and in a well-structured manner, combined with strong collaborative skills. 
• Be proficient in both written and oral English. 
• Be able to work with ancient Hebrew and/or Classical Greek source material, and be able to document their skills in one or both languages. Skills in other relevant languages for the proposed research project are considered an advantage. 

Applicants will be assessed according to the admission requirements outlined in section 2.1 of The Faculty of Humanities’ PhD Programme.

Applicants must submit a project proposal for a research project intended to result in a doctoral dissertation, along with a progress plan for the project.

In assessing the applications, emphasis will be placed on the academic quality and feasibility of the proposed project and the applicant’s academic qualifications. Further emphasis will be placed on strategic considerations, motivation, and personal suitability.

We can offer:

• A good and professionally challenging work environment.
• Opportunities to build strong professional networks.
• A secure and flexible working environment with good welfare benefits.
• A workplace in the heart of Bergen – close to both urban life and nature.
• Salary as a PhD fellow (position code 1017), currently corresponding to a gross annual salary of NOK 568,700 in a full-time position. Salary increases will be based on seniority in the position.
• Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund, which provides a secure occupational pension scheme, disability and survivor benefits, as well as access to favourable housing loans.  

How to apply:

Applications must be submitted electronically through the link “APPLY FOR THIS JOB”. Follow the steps in the application process and include the following:

• Under “Application text”: Write a brief description of your research interests and motivation for applying.
• Under “CV”, include:
  • Personal details.
  • Relevant experience and qualifications (complete the sections applicable to you). A list of publications/scientific works may be uploaded as a separate document if preferred (publication list).
  • Language skills.
  • At least two referees, one of whom must be the main supervisor for the master’s thesis or equivalent thesis.
• Under “Attachments”, upload the following as separate documents:
  • A project proposal for the postdoctoral research project of up to 12.000 characters including spaces (excluding bibliography).  The project proposal should clearly describe the research project, including the research background, main research questions, theoretical framework, methodology, ethical considerations and the empirical material to be used. 
  • A bibliography for the project proposal. 
  • A progress plan for the project that takes the training component of the Ph.d.-program into account.
  • Transcripts and diplomas for the bachelor’s and master’s degrees, preferably uploaded from the Diploma Registry (Vitnemålsportalen). If unavailable, please upload as regular files. If the scope of your master’s degree and thesis is not evident from the transcript or diploma, a confirmation from the awarding institution specifying the ECTS must be included.
  • A short summary of the master’s thesis or equivalent thesis (up to three pages).
  • Full list of any scientific work (publication list).
  • Relevant certificates/references documenting your qualifications, skills, experiences or qualities.

All documents must be in Norwegian, another Scandinavian language or English. Documents in other languages must be accompanied by certified translations. Attachments must be in Word or PDF format and uploaded to Jobbnorge within the application deadline. Please name all attachments clearly. 

The Evaluation Committee may, in special cases, request additional documentation.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview.

Further information about the appointment process is available here.

Formal regulations:

• Applicants who have previously held a PhD fellowship at the University of Bergen are not eligible to apply for this position.
• The employment period may be reduced for candidates who have previously held a recruitment position at another institution.
• The appointed candidate is required to have their daily workplace at the University of Bergen and must comply with applicable guidelines. 

General information:

Detailed information about the position can be obtained by contacting the Head of Department, Teemu Ryymin, email: Teemu.Ryymin@uib.no, phone: +47 55 58 38 79,  or Joseph Scales, email: joseph.scales@uib.no, phone + 47 55 58 51 99.  

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

The International Center at UiB has information about relocating to Norway for international applicants.

Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.

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.