PhD Candidate in Psychology
Join NTNU as a PhD candidate in psychology to advance your research career within an international academic environment.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in psychology or related fields with a strong academic record and a well-defined research proposal.
Overview
The Department of Psychology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) invites applications for up to two PhD research fellow positions in psychology. Over a three-year period, successful candidates will pursue doctoral studies within the PhD programme in Social Sciences, conducting original research and participating in international academic activities. Candidates are expected to collaborate closely with a supervisor to develop a detailed project proposal and complete their doctoral education successfully. The role provides an exciting opportunity to build a strong foundation for a future career in higher education and research.
What you'll do
- Complete the structured doctoral education and obtain a PhD degree within the standard timeframe.
- Conduct high-quality independent research aligned with an approved project proposal.
- Prepare academic publications and engage in popular science dissemination.
- Participate in international academic activities, including conferences and research visits abroad.
- Contribute to a positive working environment and undertake other career-promoting tasks as assigned.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in psychology or a relevant equivalent subject area including a major independent project of minimum 30 ECTS
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; good oral and written presentation skills
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background with a master's grade average equivalent to B or better on NTNU's grading scale
- Ability to formulate a comprehensive research project outline containing research questions and methodology
- Good oral and written presentation skills in English
- Must meet admission requirements for the Faculty's Doctoral Programme in Social Sciences
- Must secure admission to the PhD programme within three months of starting the contract
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-01
Applicants must submit their application and all required attachments electronically through the Jobbnorge portal. The application package must include a CV, transcripts and diplomas, a master's thesis or draft, a motivation letter, and a detailed research project proposal. Candidates are advised to contact a potential supervisor prior to applying.
- CV
- Transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees
- Master's thesis or draft
- Project outline
- Letter of motivation
- 3 reference letters
Contact
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