Associate Professor / Associate Lecturer in operating room nursing
EURAXESS Ireland, Wind Lake, WI, United States
Organisation/Company: University of South‑Eastern Norway
Research Field: Medical sciences » Other
Position: Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis, code 1011) in the Master’s Programme in Operating Room Nursing
Type of Contract: Permanent, full‑time, 37.5 hours per week, starting 1 Aug 2026 (earlier by agreement)
Application Deadline: 25 May 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Oslo)
Location: Campus Vestfold – Department of Nursing and Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, City: Borre
Offer Description
Do you want to contribute to the development of knowledge, insight, and solutions relevant to society and professional working life – both today and in the future?
About the Position
The academic field of this position is Operating Room Nursing at the master’s level. The role emphasizes research and educational development. Candidates are expected to contribute actively to innovative teaching methods, student‑active learning, digital education, and lifelong learning.
Main Responsibilities
Teaching, supervision, and assessment of master’s students in operating room nursing
Course coordination, teaching planning, and programme development
Continuous development of own teaching using innovative and digital methods
Individual and team‑based supervision of clinical mentors
Supervision of PhD candidates or candidates qualifying for associate lecturer positions
Integration of research into teaching
Participation in research groups or research centres
Scholarly publishing and research dissemination
Collaboration with clinical practice partners and external stakeholders
Participation in committees and councils at faculty and institutional levels
About the Department
The Department of Nursing and Health Sciences offers high‑quality education, including a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, several professional master’s programmes – among them the Master’s Programme in Operating Room Nursing – and an interdisciplinary Master’s Programme in Health Service Innovation and Technology. The academic fields collaborate across departments and faculties at USN and with external partners at local, national, and international levels.
The department hosts research environments of high national and international standard, focusing on ageing, clinical competence, advanced nursing practice and women’s health. It includes two research centres: the Centre for Health and Technology and the Centre for Care Research.
Physical presence on campus is emphasized to promote belonging and a positive working environment.
Required Qualifications – Associate Professor
Completed PhD or equivalent within operating room nursing or related fields (applicants near completion may apply)
Documented active research with potential for further development
Experience in research processes; participation in or leadership of research projects is desirable
Experience with digital teaching methods, supervision of master’s students, and simulation‑based education is desirable
Language Requirements
Documented proficiency in Norwegian at minimum B2 level according to the CEFR framework is required. Applicants lacking this documentation may be employed on the condition that B2‑level competence is achieved within three years. Proficiency in Swedish or Danish is considered equivalent. USN offers Norwegian language training.
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must document pedagogical and didactic competence in higher education. Associate Professors must have completed at least 200 hours of university‑level pedagogical training or commit to completing this within two years of employment.
Personal Qualities
Ability to motivate and engage students
Independent and responsible professional conduct
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Well‑developed communication and networking abilities
Flexibility and adaptability
Additional Information
Diverse work tasks in a large organization with an important social mission
An inclusive and ambitious academic environment
Pedagogical and Norwegian language training
Opportunities for career development, including promotion to Professor
Salary in accordance with the Norwegian State Salary Scale
Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
Equal Opportunity and Diversity
USN values diversity and encourages qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, disability, cultural background, or career interruptions.
Contact
For questions regarding the position, please contact Head of Department, Ösp Egilsdottir or Deputy Head of Department, Ann Kristin Bjørnnes. Email: euraxess@usn.no
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Research Field: Medical sciences » Other
Position: Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis, code 1011) in the Master’s Programme in Operating Room Nursing
Type of Contract: Permanent, full‑time, 37.5 hours per week, starting 1 Aug 2026 (earlier by agreement)
Application Deadline: 25 May 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Oslo)
Location: Campus Vestfold – Department of Nursing and Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, City: Borre
Offer Description
Do you want to contribute to the development of knowledge, insight, and solutions relevant to society and professional working life – both today and in the future?
About the Position
The academic field of this position is Operating Room Nursing at the master’s level. The role emphasizes research and educational development. Candidates are expected to contribute actively to innovative teaching methods, student‑active learning, digital education, and lifelong learning.
Main Responsibilities
Teaching, supervision, and assessment of master’s students in operating room nursing
Course coordination, teaching planning, and programme development
Continuous development of own teaching using innovative and digital methods
Individual and team‑based supervision of clinical mentors
Supervision of PhD candidates or candidates qualifying for associate lecturer positions
Integration of research into teaching
Participation in research groups or research centres
Scholarly publishing and research dissemination
Collaboration with clinical practice partners and external stakeholders
Participation in committees and councils at faculty and institutional levels
About the Department
The Department of Nursing and Health Sciences offers high‑quality education, including a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, several professional master’s programmes – among them the Master’s Programme in Operating Room Nursing – and an interdisciplinary Master’s Programme in Health Service Innovation and Technology. The academic fields collaborate across departments and faculties at USN and with external partners at local, national, and international levels.
The department hosts research environments of high national and international standard, focusing on ageing, clinical competence, advanced nursing practice and women’s health. It includes two research centres: the Centre for Health and Technology and the Centre for Care Research.
Physical presence on campus is emphasized to promote belonging and a positive working environment.
Required Qualifications – Associate Professor
Completed PhD or equivalent within operating room nursing or related fields (applicants near completion may apply)
Documented active research with potential for further development
Experience in research processes; participation in or leadership of research projects is desirable
Experience with digital teaching methods, supervision of master’s students, and simulation‑based education is desirable
Language Requirements
Documented proficiency in Norwegian at minimum B2 level according to the CEFR framework is required. Applicants lacking this documentation may be employed on the condition that B2‑level competence is achieved within three years. Proficiency in Swedish or Danish is considered equivalent. USN offers Norwegian language training.
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must document pedagogical and didactic competence in higher education. Associate Professors must have completed at least 200 hours of university‑level pedagogical training or commit to completing this within two years of employment.
Personal Qualities
Ability to motivate and engage students
Independent and responsible professional conduct
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Well‑developed communication and networking abilities
Flexibility and adaptability
Additional Information
Diverse work tasks in a large organization with an important social mission
An inclusive and ambitious academic environment
Pedagogical and Norwegian language training
Opportunities for career development, including promotion to Professor
Salary in accordance with the Norwegian State Salary Scale
Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
Equal Opportunity and Diversity
USN values diversity and encourages qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, disability, cultural background, or career interruptions.
Contact
For questions regarding the position, please contact Head of Department, Ösp Egilsdottir or Deputy Head of Department, Ann Kristin Bjørnnes. Email: euraxess@usn.no
#J-18808-Ljbffr