22 Sep 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company: Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
- Research Field: Economics
- Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1), Recognised Researcher (R2), Established Researcher (R3), Leading Researcher (R4), Other Profession
Offer Description
The NMBU School of Economics and Business invites applications for a permanent position as Associate Professor in International Economics.
We are looking for a candidate with strong academic competence in international economics and an interest in applying economic analysis to major global challenges. Particularly relevant areas of expertise include international trade, economic integration, global political economy, international institutions, development economics, and global value chains.
The successful candidate is expected to contribute actively to research, teaching and supervision at the bachelor's, master's and PhD level. The position includes responsibility for developing and teaching courses within international economics and related fields; supervising student theses; publishing in high-quality academic journals; and contributing to externally funded research projects.
The candidate will also be expected to take part in the academic development of the School's study programmes, online education, and research environment.
As an AACSB-accredited business school, we offer a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic environment with research and education in economics, business administration, innovation, entrepreneurship, and bioeconomy. We are seeking a colleague who can help strengthen our international profile and contribute to research-based education that prepares students to understand and critically analyze economic, political and institutional change in a global context.
Main tasks
The main tasks of the position are to:
- Conduct high-quality research in international economics or related fields and publish regularly in peer-reviewed academic journals.
- Teach and develop courses in international economics and related subjects, particularly linked to the master's programme in Global Economy and Politics.
- Supervise bachelor's, master's and PhD students, including thesis supervision in topics related to international economics, global economic change and policy analysis.
- Contribute to the continued development of the School's study programmes, research environment and international academic profile.
- Apply for and contribute to externally funded research projects, including interdisciplinary projects relevant to NMBU's profile.
- Collaborate with public authorities, businesses, organisations, and other external stakeholders.
- Contribute to administrative tasks and other shared activities at the School together with colleagues and students.
Competence
All qualifications below are required for the position, unless it is specified that they are considered an advantage.
Required qualifications
The applicant must have:
- A PhD in economics or a closely related field relevant to international and/or development economics, or equivalent competence documented through academic work of the same scope and quality.
- Documented research competence and publication record within international economics or related fields relevant to the position.
- Educational competence in accordance with NMBU's requirements for associate professors. Any missing educational competence must be acquired within two years of appointment.
- Good oral and written communication skills in English.
Qualifications considered an advantage
- Experience with applied research, policy analysis and interdisciplinary research, as well as externally funded research projects or research collaboration.
- Experience with course and programme development, student-active learning and teaching in international and interdisciplinary study programmes.
- Experience with dissemination, collaboration with public authorities, research institutions, business or other external stakeholders.
- Experience with academic administration or institutional development.
- Good oral and written communication skills in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language.
Applicants who do not have Norwegian or another Scandinavian language competence at the time of employment will be required to obtain Norwegian language skills at B2 level within three years.
Terms and further information
The position is placed in position code 1011 Associate Professor (NOK NOK 720.000-920.000) depending on qualifications. For particularly well-qualified applicants, a higher salary may be considered. Seniority promotion in the position. Exceptionally qualified candidates may apply for promotion to Professor after three months.
NMBU wants more women in permanent academic positions. Women are therefore encouraged to apply.
Interested in learning more about the position? We are happy to tell you more about life on campus. Contact Dean Per Botolf Maurseth, Tel +47 48 01 80 14 | E-post: per.botolf.maurseth@nmbu.no
General information for applicants
How to apply
Send application electronically via the link "Apply for this job" at the top of this page.
Application Deadline: October 10, 2026
Your CV must be entered in Jobbnorge's CV form and not just included as an attachment. This is in order to be able to comply with the regulations in the Public Administration Act §15.
Documents that cannot be sent electronically are sent in triplicate by ordinary mail marked Associate Professor in International Economics sak: (26/08429) to NMBU, School of Economics and Business, P.O. Box 5003, NO-1432 Ås, within October, 10.2026.
Please note that the report from the expert committee will be sent to all applicants.
The following must be included in the application:
- Short application text about your motivation
- Reflective statement (3-6 pages) addressing your reflections on the requirements of the position (see the job advertisement).
- Academic CV, diplomas and certificates
- Completed template for documentation of competence, link to template here.
- List of publications. Attach up to 15 scientific works that, according to assessment, are central to the production. If it is difficult to identify personal efforts in joint work, a brief account of your part of the work must be attached.
See this page for more information on how to document your qualifications and write a reflection note.
About the School of Economics and Business
The School of Economics and Business is one of seven faculties at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). The School is AACSB-accredited and offers bachelor's, master's and PhD education in economics and business administration, with study programmes covering business administration, economics, entrepreneurship and innovation, bioeconomy, environmental governance, and global economy and politics.
The School has approximately 800 students enrolled in degree programmes, 2,000 online course students, 30 PhD candidates, and 55 faculty and administrative staff members. For more information, see www.nmbu.no/en/faculties/economics-business
The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
NMBU will contribute to securing the future of life through outstanding research, education, communication and innovation. We have the country's most satisfied university students, who receive research-based education in a unique student environment. Our graduates gain a high level of competence in interdisciplinary collaboration and are popular in the labor market.
NMBU has internationally leading research environments in several subjects. Together with our partners in society and business, we contribute to solving some of the biggest societal challenges of our time.
We focus on innovation, communication and entrepreneurship because we believe these challenges are best solved with joint efforts. We believe that a good working environment is characterized by diversity. If necessary, workplace adaptations will be made for persons with disabilities.
More information about NMBU is available at www.nmbu.no/en
Questions about the position
Per Botolf Maurseth
Dekan
+ 47 48 01 80 14
Requirements
- Research Field: Economics
- Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
- Country: Norway
- City: Ås