UiT Arctic Ocean 2050 Paid PhD Fellow in Marine Molecular Ecology, Norway
UiT The Arctic University of Norway
UiT is hiring a four-year PhD Fellow in Tromsø to study Arctic Ocean fish biodiversity and food webs using environmental DNA and surveys. The salaried position normally pays NOK 580,000 per year with a 3% annual increase. Apply through Jobbnorge by 9 November 2026.
The Norwegian College of Fishery Science at UiT The Arctic University of Norway seeks a PhD Fellow for the Arctic Ocean 2050 project. Working with its Research Group for Genetics in Tromsø, the candidate will study marine fish diversity, connectivity, biodiversity and biological interactions using environmental DNA, video and conventional surveys. The four-year appointment combines three years of doctoral research with teaching and other duties equivalent to 25% each year. PhD admission is a condition of employment. The university normally pays NOK 580,000 per year, rising 3% annually, under the state salary scale. Applicants need a relevant master’s degree by the time employment begins, documented DNA extraction and PCR or qPCR experience, sequence-data analysis skills, marine taxonomic knowledge and English proficiency. Submit the application and supporting documents through the official Jobbnorge vacancy by 9 November 2026. Professor Kim Præbel is listed as a contact for questions.
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Benefits
Salaried four-year PhD employment. UiT says PhD Fellows are normally paid NOK 580,000 per year with a 3% yearly increase, plus state employment and pension benefits. A compulsory pension contribution applies.
Eligibility summary
Applicants from any country may apply if they meet UiT’s employment and PhD admission requirements. A relevant master’s degree or equivalent must be completed before starting. Foreign qualifications are assessed for equivalence; documented English proficiency is required.
Requirements
Relevant master’s in molecular ecology, molecular biology or genetics; DNA extraction and PCR or qPCR experience; bioinformatic or statistical DNA sequence analysis; knowledge of marine fish or aquatic taxonomy. UiT’s doctoral grade requirements also apply.
Documents required
Jobbnorge application with cover letter, CV, bachelor’s and master’s diplomas/transcripts, translations where applicable, grading-system explanation for foreign education, English-proficiency documentation, references, master’s thesis and relevant academic work. See the official vacancy for details.
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