PhD Scholarship in Regulatory Delearning in EU Technology Governance
Join a pioneering research project on regulatory adaptation in technology governance.
Best for:Best for candidates with a strong background in law, political science, or related fields interested in technology governance.
Overview
The BI Norwegian Business School is offering a four-year PhD scholarship focused on regulatory delearning within the context of transformative technologies. This position is part of the REGULAIRE network, which aims to explore how regulation can evolve to address emerging technological challenges. The successful candidate will engage in research that examines the processes by which institutions revise or retire outdated regulations. This role involves collaboration with a diverse supervisory team and participation in extensive training and networking opportunities.
What you'll do
- Refine research questions and project design in collaboration with the supervisory team.
- Collect, manage, and analyze research data using appropriate methodologies.
- Complete a doctoral thesis and publish research findings in relevant academic venues.
- Engage in local and network training activities, including summer schools and workshops.
- Contribute to teaching or other professional development activities during the appointment.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in law, political science, public administration, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and academic writing abilities
- Experience with legal analysis or qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Ability to work independently and systematically
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Must not hold a doctoral degree
- Must not have resided in Norway for more than 12 months in the last 36 months
- Must meet BI's PhD entry requirements
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-15T23:59:00+01:00 (Europe/Oslo)
Submit your application through the BI electronic recruitment system. Include a cover letter, CV, project proposal, degree certificates, recommendation letters, and proof of English proficiency.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Project proposal
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Master's degree certificate
- Transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- English proficiency documentation
Contact
Sebastian Schwemer· Main Supervisor
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