&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;&gt;If you are unable to find a suitable position in our list of current vacancies, you are welcome to submit an open application. Please fill out the form below and attach your CV and Cover letter.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

Administration

Oslo

Simula Research Laboratory

Open Application

&lt;p&gt;We are pleased to announce a new &lt;strong&gt;PhD Research Fellowship&lt;/strong&gt; in the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research/research-departments/numerical-analysis-and-scientific-computing&quot;&gt;Department of Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing&lt;/a&gt; at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/&quot;&gt;Simula Research Laboratory (Simula&lt;/a&gt;) for a highly-motivated and self-driven PhD student with strong intellectual curiosity and interest in the mathematical foundations of artificial intelligence. The position is part of the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no&quot;&gt;National Norwegian Center for Sustainable, Risk-averse and Ethical AI (SURE-AI)&lt;/a&gt;, funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN) (2025-2030), coordinated by &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no&quot;&gt;Simula Research Laboratory (Simula).&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula is a leading Norwegian research institute known for its excellence in cutting-edge ICT with a strong track record of top evaluations, active international collaborations, and success in significant funding initiatives, including European and National RCN grants. Simula is committed to supporting talent through a variety of PhD and postdoctoral programs and provides valuable research infrastructure, such as the national HPC facility, eX3.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Description&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are looking for a PhD candidate who will be part of an interdisciplinary research environment. At Simula, the candidate will work in the research team led by Thomas M. Surowiec, which will include a postdoctoral fellow working on similar topics and two international adjunct professors. The PhD candidate will also be expected to be enrolled in the PhD program at the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.mn.uio.no/math/english/&quot;&gt;Department of Mathematics&lt;/a&gt; at the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.uio.no/english/index.html&quot;&gt;University of Oslo&lt;/a&gt;, a premier European research environment that combines a rich academic heritage with a forward-looking focus on innovation in pure and applied mathematics. A strong background in mathematics is essential.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The successful PhD candidate is expected to carry out research on one or more of the following general focus areas:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Adaptivity and algorithmic fine-tuning techniques.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Large-scale numerical optimization algorithms for risk-averse training.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Quantitative stability and distributional robustness of stochastic programs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Asymptotic behavior of predictive energy landscapes in dynamic environments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Desired Skill Sets and Competencies criteria&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We will consider candidates who have completed (or will have completed by June 2026) a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, or Physics. The successful candidate will have a solid theoretical foundation in one or more of the topics: Optimization, Real &amp;amp; Functional Analysis, Probability Theory or Numerical Analysis. More specifically, we are looking for candidates with competency in &lt;strong&gt;at least one&lt;/strong&gt; of the following areas and a willingness to learn the others:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stochastic Algorithms &amp;amp; Adaptivity&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Risk-Averse Optimization and Distributionally Robust Optimization&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Quantitative Stability Analysis for Stochastic Programs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Variational Analysis&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proficiency in a high-level programming language (e.g., Python, Julia, C++).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree. Please read the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/&quot;&gt;PhD program information&lt;/a&gt; and the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/regulations/regulations.html#toc8&quot;&gt;specific grade and language admission requirements&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About SURE-AI&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The primary objective of SURE-AI is to create a new generation of algorithms for inference and decision-making by pushing the boundaries of computational techniques. Our researchers will drive a transformative leap toward efficient, transparent, and safe AI, addressing critical challenges in resource consumption, behavior unpredictability, and ethical alignment.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The center unites senior researchers from 19 Norwegian and 15 international institutions, working in close collaboration with industry and the public sector. Firmly committed to excellence in research and training as outlined &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no/job-openings/&quot;&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;, we expect the candidate to actively contribute to SURE-AI’s work packages and innovation clusters, and engage in collaboration across the network.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Working at Simula&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A vibrant and inclusive international working environment (currently around 200 individuals from 35 countries).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 550 800.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Numerous benefits: access to a company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/group life insurance policy, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being are a priority, and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Curriculum vitae showing your educational background, work experience (in academic and/or industrial), a list of scientific publications and talks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Transcripts for both Bachelor and Master’s degrees&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A copy of your master thesis (if available)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cover letter outlining your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Contact information of two references.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Please note that all documents may be in English or a Scandinavian language.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system, click &quot;Go to application form&quot;. Applications submitted by email will not be considered.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance in science. We particularly welcome applications from women, who are currently underrepresented in this research field. We believe diverse teams drive innovation and lead to better research outcomes.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Deadline:&lt;/strong&gt; March 15, 2026&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. Applications will be screened continuously and a decision will be made as soon as we find the right candidate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contact: &lt;/strong&gt;Dr. &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/people/thomasms&quot;&gt;Thomas M. Surowiec&lt;/a&gt;, Chief Research Scientist, Deputy Director of SURE-AI&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;General Information&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Six national research centers for Artificial Intelligence (AI) were launched in the Fall of 2025. Each of these centers will foster interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers to address both scientific and societal challenges, develop new technologies, understand the impact of AI, and drive innovation across both the business and public sectors. This initiative is established and financed through &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forskningsradet.no/en/research-policy-strategy/ltp/artificial-intelligence/&quot;&gt;the government&#39;s significant investment in artificial intelligence over the next five years&lt;/a&gt;. &amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no/&quot;&gt;SURE-AI&lt;/a&gt; is one of these six centers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Simula&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula&#39;s main objective is to create knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value for society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialization. Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. The most recent in-depth evaluation was published in 2025, grading our full range of research as excellent, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/about/news/evalmit-reports-highlight-simulas-world-class-research&quot;&gt;ranking SIMULA the highest of all Norwegian research institutions&lt;/a&gt; regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in &lt;a href=&quot;https://web-backend.simula.no/sites/default/files/2025-04/01%20SIMULA%20AU%20Report.pdf&quot;&gt;National EVALMIT report&lt;/a&gt;).&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula collaborates closely with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master&#39;s and PhD students conduct their research at Simula and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about Norway: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitnorway.com/&quot;&gt;Official travel guide to Norway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula: solving problems, making a difference.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula’s mission is to solve important and fundamental problems of science and engineering, with the main goal of improving society. We do this by concentrating on &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research&quot;&gt;five select research areas&lt;/a&gt; in ICT and performing excellent research, by developing our people, and by spinning out applicable results into profitable startups.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/about&quot;&gt;working at Simula&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/careers&quot;&gt;careers at Simula&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Simula uses Semac´s background check in our recruitment process.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Employment for this position will be made according to the&lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/1987-12-18-93&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt; act relating to Control of the export of strategic goods, Services and Technology&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt;. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with the export control regulations will not qualify for this position.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

102303 SURE-AI SRL

PhD Position in Foundations of Mathematical Optimization for Artificial Intelligence, SURE-AI

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Solving fundamental problems in ICT that benefit society.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula’s vision is to be an excellent research lab, educating future technology leaders and providing independent advice to the government. We want to be an innovator and innovation partner and apply our expertise to problems that matter. We do this by concentrating on &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research&quot;&gt;five select research areas&lt;/a&gt; in ICT.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/about&quot;&gt;working at Simula&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/careers&quot;&gt;careers at Simula&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Project/Job description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In the department of High Performance Computing, we are now seeking a PhD student in the project UPS: Unlocking the Power of Spatial Computing using Tile-Centric AI Accelerators.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;A new trend in processor architecture design is rise of dedicated accelerator hardware for machine learning and HPC applications such as the Cerebras Wafer Scale Engine and the NextSilicon Maverick. These processors have evolved from the experimental state into market-ready products, and they have the potential to constitute the next major architectural shift after GPUs saw widespread adoption more than a decade ago.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Like the GPU, these new devices can accelerate computations which remain challenging for traditional CPUs, but unlocking their power requires new programming techniques. &lt;strong&gt;The goal of the project is to develop such techniques and make those AI Accelerators more accessible&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The successful candidate will join the project team and the high-performance computing department at Simula. A substantial part of the work will consist of &lt;strong&gt;programming AI Accelerators in order to understand their capabilities and potential for energy efficiency&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;strong&gt;A strong focus will be on life science simulations and combinatorial optimization in addition to AI applications.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In addition, substantial time will be spent on analyzing the behavior of these new machines in order to understand which applications can be accelerated successfully. In addition to AI algorithms, we are particularly interested in sparse linear algebra as well as graph problems.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Candidate Profile&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are looking for candidates for a 3-year PhD candidate position.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Candidates should have a solid background in algorithms, performance engineering, computer architecture, and C/C++ programming.&lt;em&gt;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula Offers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent opportunities for performing high quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;An informal and inclusive international working environment;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 550 800,-&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Numerous benefits: access to company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/health insurance policy, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being is a priority and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Requirements&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Curriculum vitae: Summarize your educational background, working experience (in particular, any relevant academic or industrial work), list of scientific publications, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cover letter: outline your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Transcripts from Bachelor degree and from Master degree. Applications from candidates completing their Master degree in the first half of 2026 are welcome. Such candidates must provide contact information of their master thesis supervisor.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application deadline&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis starting February 18, 2026 until the position is filled. The start date is flexible to accommodate candidates graduating spring 2026. The earliest possible start date is April 1, 2026.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contact&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Additional enquiries regarding the position can be addressed to&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;Johannes Langguth (&lt;u&gt;langguth@simula.no&lt;/u&gt;)&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Simula and Norway&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula&#39;s main objective is solving fundamental problems in ICT that benefit society. This is achieved through high-quality, excellent and focused research, strong and strategic partnerships with leading universities and research groups, nationally and internationally. Simula provides independent, research-based advice to the Norwegian government on the risks and rewards of emerging technologies. Simula educates graduate students and the next generation of researchers and technology leaders that match societal needs. We promote an informed public conversation by sharing our knowledge and expertise. Simula works closely with industry and the public sector to turn knowledge into innovation and real-world impact. Simula promotes a culture of innovation, enabling commercialization and dissemination of research results by turning ideas into working solutions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. In 2025, a recent evaluation ranked Simula the highest of all Norwegian research institutions regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forskningsradet.no/siteassets/publikasjoner/2025/evalmit-national-final-250403b.pdf&quot;&gt;National EVALMIT rapport)&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula appreciates diversity. We currently employ approximately 200 individuals from 35 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women to apply.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula has a close collaboration with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master&#39;s and PhD students conduct their research at Simula, and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about Norway:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitnorway.com&quot;&gt;Official travel guide to Norway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Simula Research Laboratory uses background checks in our recruitment process.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Employment for this position will be made according to the&lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/1987-12-18-93&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt; act relating to Control of the export of strategic goods, Services and Technology&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt;. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with the export control regulations will not qualify for this position.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

102400 HPC Admin

PhD Position in High Performance Computing: Programing AI Accelerators

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LOCATION: SIMULA RESEARCH LABORATORY, OSLO, NORWAY&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 8, 2026&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are pleased to announce a new&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;PhD Research Fellowship&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;in the&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research/research-departments/numerical-analysis-and-scientific-computing&quot;&gt;Department of Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;at&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/&quot;&gt;Simula Research Laboratory (Simula&lt;/a&gt;) for a highly-motivated and self-driven PhD student with strong intellectual curiosity and interest in numerical methods for variational inequalities.&amp;nbsp;The position is part of the newly funded FRIPRO project&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://prosjektbanken.forskningsradet.no/en/project/FORISS/357556?Kilde=FORISS&amp;amp;distribution=Ar&amp;amp;chart=bar&amp;amp;calcType=funding&amp;amp;Sprak=en&amp;amp;sortBy=score&amp;amp;sortOrder=desc&amp;amp;resultCount=30&amp;amp;offset=0&amp;amp;Fritekst=latent+variable&quot;&gt;The Latent Variable Proximal Point Method: A structure-preserving approach to constrained variational problems&lt;/a&gt; funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN) (2026-2029).&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula is a leading Norwegian research institute known for its excellence in cutting-edge ICT with a strong track record of top evaluations, active international collaborations, and success in significant funding initiatives, including European and National RCN grants. Simula is committed to supporting talent through a variety of PhD and postdoctoral programs and provides valuable research infrastructure, such as the national HPC facility, eX3.&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Description&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are looking for a PhD candidate to join our team to work on exciting new topics in the numerical analysis of constrained variational problems with pointwise inequality constraints such as elliptic and parabolic variational inequalities, nondivergence form nonlinear PDE, and select problems from PDE-constrained optimization. At Simula, the candidate will work in the research team led by Thomas M. Surowiec, which will include a postdoctoral fellow working on similar topics, two adjunct professors, and several international partners. The PhD candidate will also be expected to be enrolled in the PhD program at the&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.mn.uio.no/math/english/&quot;&gt;Department of Mathematics&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;at the&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.uio.no/english/index.html&quot;&gt;University of Oslo&lt;/a&gt;, a premier European research environment that combines a rich academic heritage with a forward-looking focus on innovation in pure and applied mathematics. A strong background in mathematics is essential.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The successful PhD candidate is expected to carry out research in the following general focus areas:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Computational methods for evolutionary variational inequalities.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Numerical analysis of evolutionary variational inequalities.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Nonsmooth gradient flows and evolutionary Γ-convergence&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Desired Skill Sets and Competencies criteria&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We will consider candidates who have completed (or will have completed by June 2026) a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, or Physics with a strong theoretical component. The successful candidate will have a solid theoretical foundation in one or more of the topics: Optimization, Calculus of Variations, Numerical Analysis, or Scientific Computing. Proficiency in a high-level programming language (e.g., Python, Julia, C++) is essential.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree. Please read the&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/&quot;&gt;PhD program information&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;and the&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/regulations/regulations.html#toc8&quot;&gt;specific grade and language admission requirements&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Working at Simula&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A vibrant and inclusive international working environment (currently around 200 individuals from 35 countries).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14px;&quot;&gt;Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14px;&quot;&gt;A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 550 800.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14px;&quot;&gt;Numerous benefits: access to a company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/group life insurance policy, etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14px;&quot;&gt;Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14px;&quot;&gt;Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14px;&quot;&gt;Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being are a priority, and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Curriculum vitae showing your educational background, work experience (in academic and/or industrial), a list of scientific publications and talks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Transcripts for both Bachelor and Master’s degrees&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cover letter outlining your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Contact information of two references.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Please note that all documents may be in English or a Scandinavian language.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system, click &quot;Go to application form&quot;. Applications submitted by email will not be considered.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance in science. We particularly welcome applications from women, who are currently underrepresented in this research field. We believe diverse teams drive innovation and lead to better research outcomes.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Deadline:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;March 8, 2026&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. Applications will be screened continuously and a decision will be made as soon as we find the right candidate.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Preferred starting date is August 1, at the latest.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contact:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;Dr.&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/people/thomasms&quot;&gt;Thomas M. Surowiec&lt;/a&gt;, Chief Research Scientist&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Simula&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula&#39;s main objective is to create knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value for society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialization. Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. The most recent in-depth evaluation was published in 2025, grading our full range of research as excellent,&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/about/news/evalmit-reports-highlight-simulas-world-class-research&quot;&gt;ranking SIMULA the highest of all Norwegian research institutions&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://web-backend.simula.no/sites/default/files/2025-04/01%20SIMULA%20AU%20Report.pdf&quot;&gt;National EVALMIT report&lt;/a&gt;).&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula collaborates closely with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master&#39;s and PhD students conduct their research at Simula and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about Norway:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitnorway.com/&quot;&gt;Official travel guide to Norway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula: solving problems, making a difference.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula’s mission is to solve important and fundamental problems of science and engineering, with the main goal of improving society. We do this by concentrating on&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research&quot;&gt;five select research areas&lt;/a&gt; in ICT and performing excellent research, by developing our people, and by spinning out applicable results into profitable startups.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/about&quot;&gt;working at Simula&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;and&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/careers&quot;&gt;careers at Simula&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Simula uses Semac´s background check in our recruitment process.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Employment for this position will be made according to the&lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/1987-12-18-93&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;&amp;nbsp;act relating to Control of the export of strategic goods, Services and Technology&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt;. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with the export control regulations will not qualify for this position.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

102304 LaVa

PhD Position in Structure-Preserving Methods for Variational Inequalities

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Postdoctoral Position in Foundations of Mathematical Optimization for Artificial Intelligence, SURE-AI&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are pleased to announce a new&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Postdoctoral Research Fellowship&lt;/strong&gt; in the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research/research-departments/numerical-analysis-and-scientific-computing&quot;&gt;Department of Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing&lt;/a&gt; at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/&quot;&gt;Simula Research Laboratory (Simula&lt;/a&gt;) for a highly-motivated and self-driven researcher with strong intellectual curiosity and interest in the mathematical foundations of artificial intelligence. The position is part of the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no&quot;&gt;National Norwegian Center for Sustainable, Risk-averse and Ethical AI (SURE-AI)&lt;/a&gt;, funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN) (2025-2030), coordinated by &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no&quot;&gt;Simula.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula is a leading Norwegian research institute known for its excellence in cutting-edge ICT with a strong track record of top evaluations, active international collaborations, and success in significant funding initiatives, including European and National RCN grants. Simula is committed to supporting talent through a variety of PhD and postdoctoral programs and provides valuable research infrastructure, such as the national HPC facility, eX3.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Description&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are looking for a postdoctoral candidate who will be part of an interdisciplinary research environment. At Simula, the candidate will work in the research team led by Thomas M. Surowiec, which will include a PhD student working on similar topics and two international adjunct professors. A strong background in mathematics is essential.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The successful candidate is expected to carry out research on one or more of the following general focus areas:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Adaptivity and algorithmic fine-tuning techniques.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Large-scale numerical optimization algorithms for risk-averse training.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Quantitative stability and distributional robustness of stochastic programs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Asymptotic behavior of predictive energy landscapes in dynamic environments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Desired Skill Sets and Competencies criteria&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We will consider candidates who have completed (or will have completed by June 2026) a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, or Physics. The successful candidate will have a solid theoretical foundation in one or more of the topics: Optimization, Real &amp;amp; Functional Analysis, Probability Theory or Numerical Analysis. More specifically, we are looking for candidates with competency in &lt;strong&gt;at least one&lt;/strong&gt; of the following areas and a willingness to learn the others:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stochastic Algorithms &amp;amp; Adaptivity&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Risk-Averse Optimization and Distributionally Robust Optimization&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Quantitative Stability Analysis for Stochastic Programs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Variational Analysis&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proficiency in a high-level programming language (e.g., Python, Julia, C++).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About SURE-AI&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The primary objective of SURE-AI is to create a new generation of algorithms for inference and decision-making by pushing the boundaries of computational techniques. Our researchers will drive a transformative leap toward efficient, transparent, and safe AI, addressing critical challenges in resource consumption, behavior unpredictability, and ethical alignment.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The center unites senior researchers from 19 Norwegian and 15 international institutions, working in close collaboration with industry and the public sector. Firmly committed to excellence in research and training as outlined &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no/job-openings/&quot;&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;, we expect the candidate to actively contribute to SURE-AI’s work packages and innovation clusters, and engage in collaboration across the network.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Working at Simula&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A vibrant and inclusive international working environment (currently around 200 individuals from 35 countries).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A competitive salary. A minimum salary point of NOK 595 000.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Numerous benefits: access to a company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/group life insurance policy, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being are a priority, and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Curriculum vitae showing your educational background, work experience (in academic and/or industrial), a list of scientific publications and talks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Transcripts for both Bachelor and Master’s degrees&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Copy of your doctoral dissertation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A summary of your three most important publications and why you believe them to be relevant.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cover letter (approximately 2 pages) outlining your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Contact information of at least two references.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Please note that all documents may be in English or Norwegian.&amp;nbsp;Application with the requested attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system, click &quot;Go to application form&quot;. Applications submitted by email will not be considered.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance in science. We particularly welcome applications from women, who are currently underrepresented in this research field. We believe diverse teams drive innovation and lead to better research outcomes.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Deadline:&lt;/strong&gt; March 15, 2026&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. Applications will be screened continuously and a decision will be made as soon as we find the right candidate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contact: &lt;/strong&gt;Dr. &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/people/thomasms&quot;&gt;Thomas M. Surowiec&lt;/a&gt;, Chief Research Scientist, Deputy Director of SURE-AI&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;General Information&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Six national research centers for Artificial Intelligence (AI) were launched in the Fall of 2025. Each of these centers will foster interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers to address both scientific and societal challenges, develop new technologies, understand the impact of AI, and drive innovation across both the business and public sectors. This initiative is established and financed through &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forskningsradet.no/en/research-policy-strategy/ltp/artificial-intelligence/&quot;&gt;the government&#39;s significant investment in artificial intelligence over the next five years&lt;/a&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no/&quot;&gt;SURE-AI&lt;/a&gt; is one of these six centers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Simula&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula&#39;s main objective is to create knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value for society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialization. Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. The most recent in-depth evaluation was published in 2025, grading our full range of research as excellent, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/about/news/evalmit-reports-highlight-simulas-world-class-research&quot;&gt;ranking SIMULA the highest of all Norwegian research institutions&lt;/a&gt; regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in &lt;a href=&quot;https://web-backend.simula.no/sites/default/files/2025-04/01%20SIMULA%20AU%20Report.pdf&quot;&gt;National EVALMIT report&lt;/a&gt;).&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula collaborates closely with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master&#39;s and PhD students conduct their research at Simula and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about Norway: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitnorway.com/&quot;&gt;Official travel guide to Norway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula: solving problems, making a difference.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula’s mission is to solve important and fundamental problems of science and engineering, with the main goal of improving society. We do this by concentrating on &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research&quot;&gt;five select research areas&lt;/a&gt; in ICT and performing excellent research, by developing our people, and by spinning out applicable results into profitable startups.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/about&quot;&gt;working at Simula&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/careers&quot;&gt;careers at Simula&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Simula uses Semac´s background check in our recruitment process.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Employment for this position will be made according to the&lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/1987-12-18-93&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt; act relating to Control of the export of strategic goods, Services and Technology&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt;. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with the export control regulations will not qualify for this position.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;If you have been funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN) in a previous position, you cannot apply for this job. RCN funding can only be granted for one period.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

Postdoctoral Position in Foundations of Mathematical Optimization for Artificial Intelligence, SURE-AI

&lt;p&gt;1 PhD Research Fellowship is available at the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/&quot;&gt;Simula Metropolitan Center for Digital Engineering (SimulaMet)&lt;/a&gt;, within the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/sigipro&quot;&gt;Department of Signal and Information Processing for Intelligent Systems (SIGIPRO)&lt;/a&gt;, for a highly-motivated and self-driven PhD student with strong intellectual curiosity and interest in research.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This position is part of the DRIVE project, funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN) (2026-2030), focusing on brain-driven multi-sensory robotic avatars for remote collaborative physical work. The DRIVE project also involves the University of Oslo and University of Texas at Austin, USA, as partners. In addition, this PhD candidate will be able to participate and exploit synergies with the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no&quot;&gt;National AI Centre Sustainable, Risk-averse and Ethical AI (SURE-AI)&lt;/a&gt;, led by Simula, and the&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://mishmash.no/&quot;&gt;National AI Centre for AI and Creativity (MishMash)&lt;/a&gt;, led by University of Oslo, both funded by the RCN (2025-2030).&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no&quot;&gt;Simula Research Laboratory (Simula)&lt;/a&gt; is a leading Norwegian research institute known for its excellence in cutting-edge ICT with a strong track record of top evaluations, active international collaborations, and successful in significant funding initiatives, including European and National RCN grants. SimulaMet is a research centre jointly owned by Simula and&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.oslomet.no/en/&quot;&gt;Oslo Metropolitan University.&lt;/a&gt; It is the home of Simula’s research activities on networks and communications, artificial intelligence and IT management, and it is OsloMet’s strategic partner in digital engineering. SimulaMet supports talent development through PhD and postdoctoral programs and provides also valuable research infrastructure, such as the national HPC facility, eX3, and network testbeds.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The PhD student will join a research environment that is firmly committed to excellence (see section below for excellence and personal growth) in both cutting-edge research and training of outstanding young researchers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Description&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Research activities will focus on the design of novel continual online Machine Learning (ML) algorithms in the context of embodied physical interactions mediated by remote robotic avatars. The main goal is to build models that can predict accurately both forward human action and multimodal sensory (visual, haptic) feedback (from the robotic avatar) to guarantee cognitive consonance so that spatial or temporal discrepancies between humans are within their tolerable perceptual thresholds. These models will learn a representation that integrates: a) Electroencephalography (EEG)-based brain anticipatory potentials to constrain timing and spatial direction of upcoming operator’s action, and brain Error potentials to detect mispredictions; b) motion tracking sensors, such as Electromyography (EMG) being and motion capture sensors; c) robotic avatar actions; and d) multimodal sensory feedback through the robotic controllers. These robotic controllers will also exploit these prediction models to plan state-action sequences, disruption anticipation and adaptation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are looking for a PhD student who will be part of an interdisciplinary research environment with both national (University of Oslo) and international collaborators (University of Texas at Austin, USA, and Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies, Pisa, Italy).&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The position is available for a period of 3 years. Given the availability of additional funding and a good match with the SimulaMet needs, the position may be extended to a maximum of 4 years, including other duties and/or research stays. In particular, research stays will be promoted at &lt;a href=&quot;https://sites.utexas.edu/jdrmillan/&quot;&gt;University of Texas at Austin (Clinical Neuroprosthetics and Brain Interaction Lab)&lt;/a&gt;, and &lt;a href=&quot;https://humanrobotinteraction.santannapisa.it/&quot;&gt;Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies (Institute of Mechanical Intelligence)&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Selection criteria&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We will consider candidates who have a BS and MS degree (both) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Applied Mathematics. data science/machine learning, signal processing, and applied mathematics. Other required qualifications include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A strong background in machine learning, data science, signal processing, and optimization, proved by excellent grades.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Previous experience in one or more of the following is a plus but not required: neuroscience/neurotechnology, robotic control, human motion capture, physiological sensing, haptics, and prediction methods.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fluency in Python and/or MATLAB with a well-established background in programming, proved by relevant programming courses.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;An average GPA of at least B in BS, and A in MS.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ambition to carry out interdisciplinary research and willingness to work as part of an international team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sharing Simula’s core values: impact, curiosity, ambition, respect,&amp;nbsp; and excellence.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Previous experience in one or more of the following will be a plus: neuroscience/neurotechnology, haptics, robotic control, human motion tracking, physiological sensing and prediction methods.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;All candidates will also have to demonstrate an excellent level of spoken and written English, possess good interpersonal and communication skills and show willingness to work as part of an international team.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula offers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;An informal and inclusive international working environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 550 800.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Numerous benefits: access to a company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/group life insurance policy, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being are a priority, and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Excellence and personal growth&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We target excellence research and high-impact results, which we think are the product of a supportive and inclusive environment where the ambition of the researcher is matched by our commitment to success. When joining our teams, the researcher is stepping into an environment and a partnership designed to help them grow, by promoting:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creative Autonomy: We value your motivation to make a difference. You will be encouraged to move beyond following instructions to shaping your own original research ideas. Our goal is to guide you through this process, helping you evolve from a collaborative team member into a confident and successful independent researcher.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Comprehensive Professional Development:&lt;strong&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;Your growth extends beyond technical expertise. We provide dedicated opportunities to develop vital skills—including grant writing, public speaking (research, industry and outreach forums), and project management—ensuring you are fully prepared for a leadership career in either academia or industry.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;World-Class Collaboration: You will not be working alone. You will collaborate closely with world-leading experts who are eager to refine your ideas and help you navigate your career path.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;State-of-the-Art Resources: We provide access to advanced high-performance computational power, laboratories, and software tools necessary to turn your research vision into reality.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A Healthy Balance: We champion the Nordic model of work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements and a supportive social atmosphere, ensuring you have the time and energy to stay inspired.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Curriculum vitae showing your educational background, working experience (in particular, any relevant academic or industrial work), a list of scientific publications and talks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Transcripts for both Bachelor and MS degrees.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cover letter outlining your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Contact information of two references.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Please note that all documents must be in English language.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system, click &quot;Go to application form&quot;. Applications submitted by email will not be considered.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Do not submit other certificates, articles, and the like unless specifically requested. If further documentation is wanted for assessment, you will be asked to submit it later.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Deadline:&lt;/strong&gt; April 1st, 2026&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. Applications will be screened continuously and a decision will be made as soon as we find the right candidate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;General Information&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About SimulaMet, Simula Research Laboratory and Norway&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula is organised as a group of legal units which together perform Simula&#39;s activities in research, education and innovation. The name “Simula” often refers to this group of companies. SimulaMet is part of the Simula group, and performs high quality research in the fields of machine learning and data science, IT management and communication systems.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research lab. Simula conducts Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research in the fields of scientific computing, machine learning, software engineering, communication systems, and cybersecurity. SimulaMet and Simula Research Laboratory are both located centrally in Oslo, Norway.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula&#39;s main objective is to create knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value for society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialization. Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. The most recent in-depth evaluation was published in 2025, grading our full range of research as excellent, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/about/news/evalmit-reports-highlight-simulas-world-class-research&quot;&gt;ranking SIMULA the highest of all Norwegian research institutions&lt;/a&gt; regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in &lt;a href=&quot;https://web-backend.simula.no/sites/default/files/2025-04/01%20SIMULA%20AU%20Report.pdf&quot;&gt;National EVALMIT report&lt;/a&gt;).&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula appreciates diversity. We currently employ approximately 200 individuals from 35 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourages women to apply&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula has a close collaboration with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master&#39;s and PhD students conduct their research at Simula and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about Norway: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitnorway.com/&quot;&gt;Official travel guide to Norway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula: solving problems, making a difference.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula’s mission is to solve important and fundamental problems of science and engineering, with the main goal of improving society. We do this by concentrating on &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research&quot;&gt;five select research areas&lt;/a&gt; in ICT and performing excellent research, by developing our people, and by spinning out applicable results into profitable startups.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/about&quot;&gt;working at Simula&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/careers&quot;&gt;careers at Simula&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Simula uses Semac´s background check in our recruitment process.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Employment for this position will be made according to the&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/2018-06-01-24&quot;&gt; Security Act&lt;/a&gt; and the&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/1987-12-18-93&quot;&gt; Act relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology&lt;/a&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with these regulations will not qualify for this position.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Questions about the position&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/people/baltasar&quot;&gt;Baltasar Beferull-Lozano&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Professor and Chief Research Scientist&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Head of SIGIPRO Department&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Director of National SURE-AI Centre&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula Metropolitan&lt;/p&gt;

DRIVE

SimulaMet

PhD Position in Machine Learning for multi-sensory remote robotic avatars

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in foundations and algorithm design for Machine Learning&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;A Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is available at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no&quot;&gt;Simula Metropolitan Center for Digital Engineering (SimulaMet)&lt;/a&gt;, within the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/sigipro&quot;&gt;Department of Signal and Information Processing for Intelligent Systems (SIGIPRO)&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This position is&amp;nbsp;part of the&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no&quot;&gt;National Norwegian Centre for Sustainable, Risk-averse and Ethical AI (SURE-AI)&lt;/a&gt;, funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN)&amp;nbsp;(2025-2030), coordinated by &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no&quot;&gt;Simula Research Laboratory (Simula).&lt;/a&gt; Simula is a leading Norwegian research institute known for its excellence in cutting-edge ICT with a strong track record of top evaluations, active international collaborations, and successful in significant funding initiatives, including European and National RCN grants. SimulaMet is a research centre jointly owned by Simula and Oslo Metropolitan University. It is the home of Simula’s research activities on networks and communications, artificial intelligence and IT management, and it is OsloMet’s strategic partner in digital engineering. SimulaMet supports talent development through PhD and postdoctoral programs and provides valuable research infrastructure, such as the national HPC facility, eX3, and network testbeds.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About SURE-AI&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The primary objective of&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no/&quot;&gt;SURE-AI&lt;/a&gt; is to create a new generation of algorithms for inference and decision-making by pushing the boundaries of the underlying computational techniques. SURE-AI researchers will drive a transformative leap in AI through a groundbreaking Centre initiative dedicated to making AI more efficient, transparent and safe, addressing the critical challenges of resource consumption, behavior unpredictability and ethical alignment with human and societal values. The centre involves senior researchers from well-renowned national and international research institutions, in close collaboration with industry and public sector. Overall, SURE-AI includes 19 national Norwegian partners, as well as researchers from 15 international institutions.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;SURE-AI is firmly committed to excellence in both cutting-edge research and training of outstanding young researchers, as described &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no/job-openings/&quot;&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;. The appointed candidate is expected to actively contribute to one or more of SURE-AI’s work packages and innovation clusters, engage in collaboration across the SURE-AI network, and participate in all relevant centre activities.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;Research Statement: &lt;/span&gt;Applicants are required to prepare a (max) 2-page research statement providing a personal view about the main research questions they are interested in, their relevance to this position, as well as about the key theoretical and methodological approaches to be followed. Applicants are encouraged to propose research ideas that combine rigorous ML designs, underlying mathematical methods, with exploratory, or unconventional problem formulations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Description&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The postdoctoral researcher position will be part of an interdisciplinary research environment including international collaborators. The Postdoctoral researcher is expected to cover the three fronts of theoretical analysis (e.g. performance guarantees), algorithm design and implementation, carrying out research on the following topics: a) learning explainable representations capturing optimally the complex spatio-temporal dependencies and geometry in multivariate data, as well as exploiting those learned representations for robust inference, reasoning, decision-making and control tasks, while allowing to incorporate knowledge and tracking uncertainties, b) constrained machine learning algorithms that embed safety, ethics, and regulatory requirements directly into training and decision-making processes, such as aligning Foundation Models with human values and designing risk-aware reinforcement learning frameworks, c) continual and online learning methods that adapt to time-varying distributions and non-IID data while providing formal generalization guarantees. By leveraging structural dependence representation learning, counterfactual reasoning and automated hyperparameter optimization, it will provide robust out-of-distribution performance and stability across non-stationary environments&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;All these projects/topics will incorporate real data in the context of impactful applications within the verticals of energy, finance and societal systems, in cooperation with some of the public or private partners involved and postdoctoral/senior researchers in the SURE-AI Center.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;More about the position&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The position is available for a period of 3 years. Given the availability of additional funding and a good match with the SimulaMet needs, the position may be extended to a maximum of 4 years, including other duties and/or research stays to some of the national or international partners in SURE-AI.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The purpose of a postdoctoral position is for the employee to develop a research profile and competence that qualifies them to apply for a Research Scientist or Associate Professor position. SimulaMet shall facilitate the acquisition of such competence during the employment period. A career plan shall be developed for the Postdoctoral Fellow, specifying the competencies the Postdoctoral Fellow should acquire. SimulaMet is responsible for following up on the career plan and ensuring that the Postdoctoral Fellow has access to career guidance throughout the postdoctoral term. The position may also provide other competencies relevant to the postdoctoral fellow&#39;s future career. In addition, for the professional career development of postdoctoral researchers, research stays abroad as well as presentation of the research findings at international/national conferences are facilitated and highly encouraged. In addition, training opportunities and support for writing grant proposals are also provided throughout the postdoc period.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Selection criteria&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We will consider candidates who have a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or other related relevant discipline. The applicant is required to demonstrate how the degree corresponds to the profile of the post. Other required qualifications include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A strong background in optimization, data science, machine learning and signal processing, proven by a high-quality publication record.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Previous experience in both designing novel data-driven learning and control methods and applying them to real data, as proved by publicly released code and publications.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent software development skills demonstrated by previously released software packages, fluency in Python and/or Matlab.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and a record of previous talks at international conferences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ambition to carry out interdisciplinary research and willingness to work as part of an international team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Interest in and ability to collaborate across disciplines and institutions.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;Relevance of profile to SURE-AI’s aims and objectives.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sharing Simula’s core values: excellence, impact, curiosity, ambition and respect.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The doctoral dissertation must be (at least) submitted for evaluation by the application deadline. Appointment is dependent on the public defense of the doctoral thesis being approved.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In addition, we will also evaluate the following personal skills:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Personal suitability and motivation for the position.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong ability to work purposefully, systematically, and independently.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Time management and ability to carry out tasks within the allotted time frame.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Very good collaboration skills and an ability to join interdisciplinary academic communities.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The research statement will also be an important selection criterion based on: a) the candidate’s engagement with SURE-AI, in particular, the areas in SURE-AI associated to this position, b) the awareness of the state-of-the-art in the areas mentioned above in the selection criteria, c) the suitability of their proposed methods for SURE-AI, and the innovativeness and scientific merit of their research ideas.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula offers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;An informal and inclusive international working environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 595 000.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Numerous benefits: access to a company cabin, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets (e.g., computer, phone and subscription), subsidized canteen meals, comprehensive travel/group life insurance policy, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Administrative research support: e.g., quality assurance process for grant proposals (including RCN and EU programs)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ health and well-being are a priority, and we encourage them to make use of our flexible work arrangements to help balance their work and home lives efficiently.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Interested applicants are requested to submit the following:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Curriculum vitae showing your educational background, working experience (in particular, any relevant academic or industrial work), a list of scientific publications and talks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cover letter: outline your motivation for applying, relevant experience and qualifications, research interests and how/why you are qualified for the position.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Transcripts from Bachelor, MS and PhD degrees.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Contact information of three references including the main PhD supervisor.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Research statement (max. two pages).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Please note that all documents must be in English language.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system, click &quot;Go to application form&quot;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Do not submit other certificates, articles, and the like unless specifically requested. If further documentation is wanted for assessment, you will be asked to submit it later.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Deadline:&lt;/strong&gt; April 1st, 2026&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. Applications will be screened continuously and a decision will be made as soon as we find the right candidate. Expected starting date Aug-Sept 2026 (flexible).&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;General Information&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Six national research centers for Artificial Intelligence (AI) launched in the Fall of 2025. Each of these centers will foster interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers to address both scientific and societal challenges, develop new technologies, understand the impact of AI, and drive innovation across both the business and public sectors. This initiative is established and financed through &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forskningsradet.no/en/research-policy-strategy/ltp/artificial-intelligence/&quot;&gt;the government&#39;s significant investment in artificial intelligence over the next five years&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sure-ai.no/&quot;&gt;SURE-AI&lt;/a&gt; is one of these six centres.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About SimulaMet, Simula Research Laboratory and Norway&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula is organised as a group of legal units which together perform Simula&#39;s activities in research, education and innovation. The name “Simula” often refers to this group of companies. SimulaMet is part of the Simula group, and performs high quality research in the fields of machine learning and data science, IT management and communication systems.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research lab. Simula conducts Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research in the fields of scientific computing, machine learning, software engineering, communication systems, and cybersecurity. SimulaMet and Simula Research Laboratory are both located centrally in Oslo, Norway,&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula&#39;s main objective is to create knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value for society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialization. Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. The most recent in-depth evaluation was published in 2025, grading our full range of research as excellent, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simulamet.no/about/news/evalmit-reports-highlight-simulas-world-class-research&quot;&gt;ranking SIMULA the highest of all Norwegian research institutions&lt;/a&gt; regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in &lt;a href=&quot;https://web-backend.simula.no/sites/default/files/2025-04/01%20SIMULA%20AU%20Report.pdf&quot;&gt;National EVALMIT report&lt;/a&gt;).&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula appreciates diversity. We currently employ approximately 200 individuals from 35 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourages women to apply&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula has a close collaboration with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education, and facilitates extended research stays abroad. Our Master&#39;s and PhD students conduct their research at Simula and attend courses and receive their degrees from university partners.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about Norway: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitnorway.com/&quot;&gt;Official travel guide to Norway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula: solving problems, making a difference.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula’s mission is to solve important and fundamental problems of science and engineering, with the main goal of improving society. We do this by concentrating on &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/research&quot;&gt;five select research areas&lt;/a&gt; in ICT and performing excellent research, by developing our people, and by spinning out applicable results into profitable startups.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/about&quot;&gt;working at Simula&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/careers&quot;&gt;careers at Simula&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Simula uses Semac´s background check in our recruitment process.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Employment for this position will be made according to the&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/2018-06-01-24&quot;&gt; Security Act&lt;/a&gt; and the&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/1987-12-18-93&quot;&gt; Act relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology&lt;/a&gt;. Candidates who by assessment of the application and any attachments are considered to be in conflict with these regulations will not qualify for this position.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;If you have been funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN) in a previous position, you cannot apply for this job. RCN funding can only be granted for one period.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Questions about the position, please contact:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/people/baltasar&quot;&gt;Baltasar Beferull-Lozano&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Professor and Chief Research Scientist&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Director of SURE-AI Centre&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Head of SIGIPRO Department&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula Metropolitan&lt;/p&gt;

800807 SURE-AI 

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in foundations and algorithm design for Machine Learning, SURE-AI

MishMash

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Machine Learning for CoCreativity in Remote Operations

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in remote robotic avatars for embodied interactions

Three PhD Positions in foundations and algorithm design for Machine Learning, SURE-AI

&lt;p&gt;Simula UiB (&lt;a href=&quot;https://simula-uib.com&quot;&gt;https://simula-uib.com&lt;/a&gt;) is a research institute in Cryptography and Information Theory located in Bergen, Norway. The Department of Cryptography is currently looking for two motivated candidates for postdoctoral researcher positions in Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE). The successful candidates will work on two different projects named PREMAL and SECSHARE, respectively, in Håvard Raddum’s team. The focus of the two projects and the profile for their ideal candidates are described as follows.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PREMAL&lt;/strong&gt; is a project focused on privacy-preserving machine learning using FHE. The project will investigate trade-offs between accuracy, time, and memory complexity when performing encrypted inference, and explore to what extent machine learning models can be simplified and made FHE-friendly while still being useful. The project will also investigate how to perform encrypted training and enhance the application of FHE to federated learning.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;SECSHARE&lt;/strong&gt; is a project led by the Norwegian company Mobai and is dedicated to building a privacy-preserving system for authentication using biometrics. Simula UiB leads the work package on cryptography and is responsible for designing the cryptographic protocol for the authentication system. FHE will be a central part of the system, but multi-party computation (MPC) will also play a role. The postdoc hired on SECSHARE is not expected to work full-time on the project but will also have the opportunity to develop their own research agenda in FHE or, more broadly, in privacy-enhancing technology.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The positions are both for a three-year period. Simula UiB currently has 11 early-career researchers working on a range of research problems in cryptography and information theory. We can offer successful candidates a vibrant, stimulating, and inclusive working environment.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Candidate Profiles&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We are looking for candidates with a PhD degree in Cryptography, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a closely related field to work on the two projects. The successful candidates will have a strong track record demonstrated by publications in high-impact journals and international conferences. A basic knowledge of FHE is required, and demonstrated experience with the practical application of FHE or cryptographic engineering is an advantage.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You must be highly motivated, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and you will be encouraged to nurture your own research passions. We expect the candidate to possess strong communication and collaboration skills and be fluent in English, both in academic writing and speaking. Finally, the successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills and be willing and able to contribute to Simula UiB’s working environment.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Simula UiB offers:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent opportunities for conducting high-quality research as part of a highly competent and motivated team of researchers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;An informal, inclusive and international working environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Support for travel and opportunities to build international networks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Modern office facilities, located at Marineholmen in the city centre of Bergen.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A competitive salary; starting salary from NOK 595 000.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Numerous employee benefits, including access to a company cabin, sponsored social events, an equipment budget, and a comprehensive travel/health insurance policy.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Relocation assistance, including complimentary Norwegian language courses.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Healthy wellness and work-life balance arrangements.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Simula group appreciates diversity. We currently employ 180 individuals from 37 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal-opportunity employer and especially encourage women to apply. The Simula webpage (&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.simula.no/about/simula-culture&quot;&gt;https://www.simula.no/about/simula-culture&lt;/a&gt;) provides more in-depth information about Simula culture.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Interested candidates should apply via the link, where they should provide:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cover letter, outlining the motivation for applying for this position and pursuing a PostDoc in FHE, research interests, experience and qualifications of relevance for the position. The cover letter should state whether you are a candidate for only one of the positions (PREMAL or SECSHARE) or whether you want to be considered for both.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Curriculum Vitae, summarising educational background and relevant work experience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Academic transcripts for the undergraduate and master’s studies&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A copy of relevant research work that the candidate may have worked on (e.g., PhD thesis, academic articles).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;For candidates nearing the completion of their PhD degree, please clarify your completion plan and timeline.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Contact information of two referees, including the PhD supervisor(s).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The application deadline is March 15th 2026. Applications will be screened continuously, and we may conclude recruitment as soon as we find the right candidate. The starting date is negotiable.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contact&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For additional enquiries about these positions, please contact Håvard Raddum (&lt;a href=&quot;mailto:haavardr@simula.no&quot;&gt;haavardr@simula.no&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For administrative enquiries about this position, please contact &lt;a href=&quot;mailto:bergen@simula.no&quot;&gt;bergen@simula.no&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Simula and Norway&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula UiB AS is a research institute owned by Simula Research Laboratory AS and the University of Bergen (UiB). It collaborates closely with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in research and the education of master’s and PhD students. One of its goals is to increase Norway&#39;s cybersecurity expertise through research and education in cryptography and information theory.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research laboratory that conducts Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research in the fields of scientific computing, software engineering, communication systems, machine learning, and cybersecurity. Simula&#39;s primary objective is to generate knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that hold genuine value for society. This is achieved through high-quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialisation. Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. In 2025, a new evaluation ranked Simula the highest among all Norwegian research institutions in terms of impact and publication quality (p. 14 in the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forskningsradet.no/siteassets/publikasjoner/2025/evalmit-national-final-250403b.pdf&quot;&gt;National EVALMIT rapport)&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Norway is renowned for its stunning outdoor scenery, featuring breathtaking fjords, cascading waterfalls, and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, including social security and universal public healthcare.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about Norway: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitnorway.com/&quot;&gt;Official travel guide to Norway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Simula UiB uses Semac’s background check in our recruitment process. Employment for this position will be made according to the &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/2018-06-01-24&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Security Act&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt; and the &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://lovdata.no/dokument/NLE/lov/1987-12-18-93&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Act relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt;. Candidates who, by assessment of the application and any attachments, are considered to conflict with these will not qualify for this position. Candidates who may be eligible for a security clearance in Norway will be prioritised.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova), information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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