The group of Networks and Distributed systems at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo is announcing PhD scholarships.

One PhD position is currently available in the area of middleware for distributing and disseminating information in large-scale dynamic systems.

The closing date for applications is June 13th, 2008.

Additional positions in the area of middleware for adaptation and dependability will be available in the nearest future.

Full version of this announcement including detailed information about the projects, positions, and application procedures can be found using the following links:

http://www.ifi.uio.no/forskning/grupper/nd/opportunities.html

http://www.ifi.uio.no/~romanvi/openings.html

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

A PhD position is a regular job with social benefits and with salary starting from 325.600 NOK per year.

The currently open position is for four years; it includes 25% obligations outside research and project work.

HOST INSTITUTION AND ENVIRONMENT

The University of Oslo is Norway's largest and oldest institution of higher education. Founded in 1811, today the University of Oslo has approx. 30,000 students and 4,600 employees. Four Nobel Prize winners and two Turing award recipients indicate the quality of the research at the University in general and at the Department of Informatics in particular.

The country, also known for its unique scenic beauty, has been ranked by the UN as having the highest standard of living in the world. Oslo is considered one of the sunniest places in Northern Europe, with summer temperatures averaging 21 degrees Celsius.

SUITABLE BACKGROUND AND REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have a very good degree in Computing Science or a related field. They must also demonstrate evidence of significant research potential. Strong background in distributed computing will be considered an advantage.

It is possible to apply if you have not yet completed your degree but expect to do so before a position starts.

University of Oslo is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are welcome to apply.

Knowledge of Norwegian is not a prerequisite for application. English is our working language for research. The current PhD students and postdocs in our group are coming from over 5 countries.

CONTACTS

Inquiries for additional information should be sent to Associate Professor Roman Vitenberg, romanvi at ifi.uio.no.

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