Researcher /Project Manager: NEB-inspired impact pathways

We are looking to expand our team with 2 Researchers/ Project Managers with a background in architecture, urban design or planning, or similar professions. The successful applicants will work with our team’s portfolio of Mission-driven and New European Bauhaus-inspired projects, to design, implement and document:

• Impact pathways (sequences of steps or processes through which an intervention, project, or policy achieves intended outcomes and unintended side effects) at the intersection of environmental, spatial, social, cultural, economic, governance and quality of life perspectives
• Co-benefits (complementary, often unplanned positive effects that accompany the primary objectives of a project, making the initiative more impactful and beneficial in multiple dimensions, for different stakeholder groups)

NTNU Smart Sustainable Cities has a large portfolio of externally funded projects in collaboration with public authorities, private, cultural and creative sectors, and communities and grassroots organisations. We want to strengthen the team with 2 Researchers / Project Managers who can contribute to the CrAFt, NEB-STAR, Re-Value, Bauhaus Bites and ClimaGen projects (funded by Horizon Europe, EU Missions on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities and Adaptation to Climate Change in cooperation with the New European Bauhaus). The Researchers / Project Managers will also contribute to the development and implementation of new strategic projects and activities in cities and communities, in support of the European Green Deal. 

The projects of our team are largely based on multi-actor collaboration, including cross-sectoral co-creation with local and European partners from the public and private sectors, communities and grassroots initiatives, cultural and creative sectors, academia, NGOs, media and others . We are therefore looking for 2 Researchers / Project Managers who can combine the role of day-to-day project manager with the development and quality assurance of new co-creation-based knowledge and who can communicate this knowledge in scientific articles and public dissemination.

The positions are conditional on existing and future external funding.

The position report to the Head of department.

• Designing, implementing and documenting pathways from activities to impact in multi-actor projects (intended, positive impacts as well as unintended, potentially negative ones) together with project partners and stakeholders of diverse sectors
• Identifying the right indicators and assessment methods to document and measure ongoing progress and contribute to the final evaluation of those projects, in particular related to qualitative, process-related and experiential impacts, together with project partners and stakeholders
• Recognizing and promoting co-benefits between environmental, governance, economic, social, cultural, and health considerations, to inspire innovative approaches, foster multi-actor collaboration and cultivate environments that are more sustainable, inclusive, and aesthetically enriching
• Analyzing and summarizing the performance of cities and communities using suitable methods and key performance indicators, both relying on existing know-how and competence in software tools and on the acquisition of new knowledge and competence in other urban simulation tools, platforms and assessment frameworks
• Daily management of EU-funded projects, in close collaboration with the project coordination team including quality assurance of work carried out, collaboration with partners, tracking workflows, documentation of results, reporting, and financial and risk management in line with local and European priorities .
• Close cooperation with and follow-up of European project partners
• Development and quality assurance of new co-creation-based knowledge
• Communication of this knowledge in scientific and societal publications
• Development and implementation of new strategic projects and activities, with particular emphasis on projects linked to the European Missions on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities, Adaptation to Climate Change, and Oceans and Waters, and the New European Bauhaus initiative
• Cooperation with like-minded European initiatives, platforms and projects
• Contribution to national and European regulatory, policy and standardization initiatives

• Relevant education at PhD level or equivalent competence documented through scientific work or artistic work of the same scope and quality, within architecture, urban design and planning, or similar spatial expertise
• Documented competence from project management in national or international research and innovation collaboration
• Documented competence in interdisciplinary co-creation
• Documented practice in scientific publishing at a high level as well as general communication
• Good oral and written presentation skills in English
• Be available for work-related travel for European and international project and dissemination activities
• Norwegian language proficiency at level B2*

* Exceptions from the requirement of Norwegian language proficiency at a minimum level of B2 can be made upon hiring if the institution facilitates the attainment of the necessary proficiency within three years from the time of employment. Proficiency in Swedish or Danish is considered equivalent to Norwegian.

• Experience and interest in networking
• Documented experience from collaborative projects with the public and private sectors, communities and grassroots organisations, culture and creative sectors etc.
• Experience in European application processes
• Good oral and written presentation skills in Norwegian

• Be structured and efficient
• Have good communication and collaboration skills
• Be innovative and have good problem-solving skills
• Be result-oriented and independently able to handle stress and a working day that can be busy at times
• Committed to working in different types of multi-actor teams

When assessing the best qualified person, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal suitability, as well as motivation for the position.

• exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
• an open and  inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
• favorable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• employee benefits

The gross salary for the position of Researcher (Researcher code 1109) is normally remunerated at gross from NOK 777,900 – 886,312 before tax per year, depending on qualifications and seniority. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund,

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU

The position is subject to external funding. 

It is a prerequisite that you can be present at and accessible to the institution daily. 

The application and supporting documentation must be in English.

Please note that your application will be considered based solely on information submitted by the application deadline. You must therefore ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how your skills and experience fulfill the criteria specified above. If, for any reason, you have taken a career break or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account, recognizing that the quantity of your research may be reduced as a result. 

The application must include:

• CVs, certificates, and diplomas
• Relevant documentation with details about your role and responsibilities in project management, as well as the scope of the projects, funding, duration and size. 
• Relevant documentation with descriptions of interdisciplinary projects or collaborations, and potentially a brief description of methods and tools used to achieve co-creation.
• A list of published articles, preferably with links to the published works. Documentation of participation in scientific conferences, public dissemination of research, or other relevant communication activities may also be attached.

Joint work will also be considered. If it is difficult to identify your specific input to a joint project, you must include evidence of your contributions.  

In the assessment of the best qualified applicant, we will emphasize education, experience and personal suitability as well as your motivation for the position. 

NTNU is committed to the following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment – DORA. This means that we pay special attention to the quality and professional breadth of these works. We also consider experience from research management and participation in research projects. We place great emphasis on your scientific work from the last five years.

NTNU believes that inclusion and diversity is a strength. We want our faculty and staff to reflect Norway’s culturally diverse population and we continuously seek to hire the best minds. This enables NTNU to increase productivity and innovation, improve decision making processes, raise employee satisfaction, compete academically with global top-ranking institutions and carry out our social responsibilities within education and research. NTNU emphasizes accessibility and encourages qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender identity, ability status, periods of unemployment or ethnic and cultural background.  

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the innovation capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality.

As an employee at NTNU, you must at all times adhere to the changes that the development in the subject entails and the organizational changes that are adopted. 

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you want to reserve yourself from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation . You will be notified if the reservation is not accepted.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Annemie Wyckmans: email annemie.wyckmans@ntnu.no. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact HR Adviser Astrid S. Lyngby; astrid.s.lyngby@ntnu.no 

If you think this looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates attached. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Upon request, you must be able to obtain certified copies of your documentation. 

Application deadline: 25.09.2024