OsloMet Recruitment 2026: Postdoctoral Researcher in Science-Policy Engagement and Climate Futures

OsloMet Recruitment 2026: Postdoctoral Researcher in Science-Policy Engagement and Climate Futures | ERC-Funded Project

Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet), Norway, invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher in Science-Policy Engagement and Climate Futures under the prestigious ERC-funded CAMELOT (Capacities for More Effective Long-term Governance Capacities) research project. This is an exciting opportunity for researchers passionate about climate governance, sustainability, public policy, and interdisciplinary social science research.

Position Details

• Post: Postdoctoral Researcher

• Institution: Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet), Norway

• Project: CAMELOT (Capacities for More Effective Long-term Governance Capacities)

• Funding: European Research Council (ERC)

About the Project

The CAMELOT project explores how individuals, public institutions, and societies develop the capacity to anticipate and respond to long-term climate risks. It investigates the cognitive, emotional, and social foundations of governance capacities, with particular emphasis on imagination, future-oriented thinking, and effective climate governance.

The project combines theoretical and empirical research, bringing together perspectives from:

• Climate Governance

• Political Science

• Futures Studies

• Sustainability Research

The research includes collaboration with international partners and empirical work across multiple European countries. The project is led by Professor Manjana Milkoreit.

About the Position

The successful candidate will play a central role in the CAMELOT project by contributing to the conceptual and empirical development of research on long-term climate governance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and conducting interdisciplinary research

• Developing and implementing empirical research activities

• Evaluating innovative science-policy engagement processes

• Investigating how governance actors anticipate, imagine, and respond to long-term climate risks

• Collaborating with international research partners

• Publishing high-quality scientific research and disseminating project findings

Eligibility

The ideal candidate should possess:

• A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline such as:

  • Political Science

  • Public Policy

  • Sustainability Studies

  • Climate Governance

  • Environmental Studies

  • Social Sciences

  • Or a closely related field

Applicants should demonstrate strong research skills, experience in interdisciplinary projects, and an interest in science-policy engagement and climate governance.

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers candidates the chance to:

• Join a prestigious ERC-funded international research project.

• Work alongside leading scholars in climate governance and sustainability.

• Collaborate with researchers across Europe.

• Publish high-impact interdisciplinary research.

• Contribute to policy-relevant research addressing long-term climate challenges.

• Build an international academic career at Oslo Metropolitan University.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official recruitment portal along with all required supporting documents before the application deadline mentioned in the official advertisement.

Official Notification

Applicants are advised to carefully read the official vacancy announcement for complete details regarding eligibility criteria, required documents, employment conditions, and the application process before applying.

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