Join our department for Human and Organisational Factors (HOF), where we combine applied research with industrial projects. We explore the interaction between people, technology, and organisation to contribute to the development of safer and more efficient operational processes. Our largest activity is a major international research program in nuclear safety, where we investigate human behaviour and teamwork, both in our simulators and in the industry. We also apply our expertise across industries to address challenges in both the private and public sectors.

Duties and responsibilities

About the Position

We offer a unique opportunity to work with applied research, contract research, and consulting projects, thereby bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry. You will contribute to developing solutions that have practical significance for businesses while working on exciting, interdisciplinary research. We are looking for candidates interested in one or more of the following areas:

• Interaction between people and technology, especially in control rooms and operational processes. For example, work procedures, safe job execution, teamwork, workload, and situational awareness
• Functional and task analyses in the design and evaluation of control centres and organisational changes
• Human-centred implementation of new technology in operational organisations and control functions, e.g., how new technology, new work processes, and organization together create efficiency and safety
• Interaction and collaboration between people and artificial intelligence (AI) in safety-critical operations

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications and Interests

• Master or PhD in psychology, organisation and management, or a related field. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Technology development, automation, and artificial intelligence in complex work systems
• Qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Scientific publishing of applied research
• Project management and grant writing
• Proficiency in written and oral English, and preferably a Scandinavian language

Personal Qualities

We are looking for candidates who

• Are curious about how new technologies can affect work and human-machine-organisation interaction
• Enjoy working both independently and in interdisciplinary teams
• Are analytical and have a structured approach to research and problem-solving
• Want to contribute to creating new project opportunities in collaboration with industry and public actors
• Want to contribute to a good, professional work environment and network development
• Want to work closely with practical issues and development in businesses 

We can offer

• An exciting opportunity to develop a career in research on human and organizational factors
• Opportunities to contribute to safer and more efficient practices and systems through applied research in close collaboration with industry and other organisations
• Good opportunities for professional growth through networking, publishing, and participation in conferences
• Opportunities for collaboration across research groups with different expertise and contribute to varied projects
• Access to a strong national and international network of researchers, industry players, and academic institutions 

Work Environment

• A supportive and collaborative environment where new ideas and knowledge sharing are central
• The opportunity to work with skilled and experienced colleagues in a stimulating professional environment
• Competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and good pension scheme

IFE is subject to the Security Act, which includes requirements for the organisation’s management of critical national information, as well as other relevant legislation concerning the management of sensitive information. On this basis, it is a prerequisite for employment that the applicant is suitable from a security perspective. Note that relevant applicants will be asked questions that are necessary to ascertain this. This includes questions about any ties to countries that the Norwegian National Security Authority (NSM) has classified as a ‘high-risk country’ in its open threat assessment. Background checks are performed as part of our recruitment process.

We view diversity as a strength in our work. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion and ethnic background. We place great emphasis on your personal suitability for the position.

FE offers a highly skilled, motivating and multidisciplinary work environment, and is part of a wide-ranging international network within research and industry. Salary is based on the degree of experience and formal qualifications. Membership is established in the collective-group life-/accident insurance and in the DNB Pension Fund.

Kontaktinformasjon

Per Øivind Braarud, Research Manager, +47 930 28 845, Per.oivind.braarud@ife.no

Arbeidssted

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1777 Halden

Nøkkelinformasjon:

Arbeidsgiver: Institutt for energiteknikk (IFE)

Referansenr.: 4954114488
Stillingsprosent: 100%
Permanent position
Søknadsfrist: 25.04.2025