PhD Research Fellow in Music
Join the Department of Music at NTNU to develop an independent research project within a vibrant academic community.
Best for:Aspiring music researchers with a strong academic record and a clear, feasible project proposal.
Overview
The Department of Music at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) invites applications for a three-year PhD Research Fellow position. Candidates will develop an independent research project aligned with one of the department's established R&D groups, such as Music as a Health Resource or The Portfolio Musician. The role involves both conducting original research and participating in the faculty's doctoral programme in Humanities and the Arts. Successful applicants will work under the guidance of a main supervisor employed at the department. This position is designed to provide comprehensive research training and prepare candidates for future academic or professional careers.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute an independent research project within the three-year employment period.
- Participate actively in the PhD programme in Humanities and the Arts.
- Collaborate with one of the department's designated R&D groups.
- Contribute to the academic and social environment of the Department of Music.
- Complete the required doctoral training component.
- Maintain physical presence at the institution for daily professional interaction.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in a relevant field including a major independent project (minimum 30 ECTS).
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; good oral and written presentation skills.
Instruction: English, Norwegian, or Scandinavian languages.
- Strong academic background with an average grade of B or better on the NTNU scale.
- Proven ability to implement research projects independently.
- Strong motivation for the proposed research project.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to handle challenges constructively.
- Must not have previously held a PhD research fellow position at NTNU.
- Must not already hold a doctoral degree.
- Must meet the admission requirements for the faculty's Doctoral Programme.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-01
Submit your application electronically via the Jobbnorge portal. Ensure all required documentation, including the project description and supervisor confirmation, is attached in English or a Scandinavian language.
- CV
- Bachelor's and Master's transcripts and diplomas
- Project description
- Copy of Master's thesis
- Supervisor confirmation
- Contact information for two referees
Contact
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