PhD research fellow in Science of Professions -Problem solving in simulation-based nursing education

10th April 2024
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About the position

Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences (FSH), Nord University, Norway, invites applications from outstanding candidates for a three-year PhD position in vocational education focusing on pedagogy in nursing. It may also be possible with a four-year position with 25 % teaching load.

The PhD fellow will work on the project "Hypotheses as an element of deep learning of problem-solving processes in simulation-based learning in nursing studies" ("HyDeProSim-Nurse").

Due to the rapid technological development in recent years, simulation-based teaching-learning environments using high fidelity simulators (e.g. Lærdal: Sim Man 3G, Nursing Anne) have become an integral part of Norwegian nursing education. To be able to use existing and future technologies in simulation-based learning in nursing education in a pedagogically and didactically more valuable way, more precise knowledge of problem-solving skills as a central result of deep learning in nursing is required. It is assumed that working with hypotheses is an elementary component of deep learning of problem-solving skills. New findings on deep learning can help to explain why problem-solving skills are learned in a certain way. The findings of the PhD-project can provide a basis for designing simulation-based teaching-learning processes in nursing studies that are more goal-oriented and competence-enhancing.

The successful candidate will be part of the academic division Healthcare innovation, collaboration and leadership (EHIL).

As a PhD candidate, you will:

• participate in a structured program with doctoral courses, article writing, and scientific conferences and seminars
• have the opportunity to go on research stays at foreign universities
• receive guidance and support from experienced supervisors and researchers

Employment in the position requires an application for admission to the PhD in Science of Professions at the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences. The thesis is preferably written in English.

The position is to be located in Stokmarknes, Bodø or Levanger. It is assumed that you are present and available at the office location on a daily basis.

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Qualification requirements

• A two-year master's degree in Nursing or equivalent education that fulfils the requirements for the PhD programme at the faculty. Candidates who complete in the spring of 2024 are also encouraged to apply.
• A minimum average grade B is normally required for a master's degree
• Documentation that all requirements for admission to a PhD in professional science have been met
• Analytical skills and good knowledge about research methods relevant to the proposed project
• Proficiency in oral and written Norwegian and English is essential for the position

The successful candidate will join the PhD program in Science of Professions at Nord University and is expected to complete the study within the period.

The candidate should fulfill the admission requirements and participate in the training component stipulated in regulations of the PhD program. Application for admission to the program must be submitted within three months after taking up the position. The project outline is drawn up in consultation with the supervisor after employment. For admission requirements and regulations, see our web page. PhD in Science of Professions (nord.no)

Requirements for English skills

Good knowledge of English is a requirement for participation in the doctoral program. International applicants must document English skills through one of the following exams/tests:

• English in Norwegian high school (at least 140 hours)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a result of 580 or better on the written test, alternatively 90 on the online test (all individual results must be 20 or better). Nord University’s TOEFL code is 1648
• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) with a result of 6.5 or better
• University of Cambridge First Certificate in English or Certificate in Advanced English or Certificate of Proficiency in English.

You also meet the language requirement if you:

• Are exempt from the requirement according to the overview in the GSU-list Higher Education Entrance Qualification (GSU) | HK-dir hkdir.no
• Have completed at least one year of university studies in the USA, Canada, Ireland, UK, Australia or New Zealand
• Have completed a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree and you can document that English was the language of instruction

Qualified applicants will be ranked according to the following criteria

• The applicant’s knowledge of, or experience with teaching in simulation-based teaching/learning environments, problem-based learning, high-fidelity simulators in nursing education, and pedagogical and didactical planning of nursing teaching-learning processes.
• Further education in the areas of university didactics, simulation, and simulation-based teaching/learning will count positively
• Relevant experience from research work will count positively
• Experience with various research methods
• Understanding written German language is beneficial
• Personal suitability and motivation for the position
• The applicant's ability to work independently, purposefully and systematically
• The applicant’s ability to collaborate with others
• Motivation for a research stay abroad during the project

Candidates who already have a PhD degree will not be considered for the position.

We offer

The salary for doctoral researchers is set according to the State’s regulations, PhD candidate code 1017, normally NOK 532 200,- in annual salary with a 3 % increase per year. From the salary, a statutory deposit goes to the State Pension Fund.

• Advantages within the Government Pension Fund for borrowing, insurance and pension
• Creative and collegial working environment 
• A workplace with steady progressive development 
• Flexible working hours 
• Active university sports team 

General information

The person who is appointed must abide by the applicable laws, agreements, and directives. The responsibilities and duties associated with the position may change with future reorganization at Nord University.

The public sector workforce is expected to reflect the diversity of the population in general. Nord University therefore encourages qualified candidates with disabilities, gaps in their CV, immigrant backgrounds or different life experience to apply. 

If applicants indicate they have disabilities or gaps in their CV, their details may be used anonymously for the purposes of governmental annual review.

Contact information

Further information about the position can be obtained by contacting :

• Professor and main supervisor Marcel Köhler, [email protected] , tlf: +47 75 51 70 15
• Head of Division Healthcare innovation, collaboration, and leadership Wenche Wannebo, [email protected] ,  tlf: +47 74 21 23 63
• Senior Advisor HRM, Ann Karin Størvold, E-mail: [email protected] , Phone: +47 74 11 20 48

Application process

An administrative sorting of the applicants will be done according to the qualification requirements, then the applicants will be assessed by an expert committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Relevant applicants will be called for an interview and possibly other tests.

The Faculty reserve the right not to hire applicants who may be scientifically qualified but who do not meet other criteria such as language, educational background or personal characteristics.

Application

Applications must be submitted electronically by 10.04.2024.

The application should include:

• Cover letter outlining the candidate’s motivation and suitability for the position
• A complete CV (education, work experience and publications)
• Copies of academic degree transcripts for academic degrees (both bachelor and master degree) and other relevant qualifications
• Other activity that is considered relevant, such as list of publications and academic work
• Names and contact details of 1-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)
• Applicants with education from countries outside Scandinavia with diplomas issued in a language other than English, must enclose witnessed diplomas in both the original language and authorized English translations

All documents must be uploaded as attachments to the electronic application form.

It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the complete documentation within the deadline.

After the application period has expired a list of applicants will be published. Note that, in special cases, the identity of particular applicants to a position may be made public even when that applicant has requested that their application be processed confidentially. Applicants requesting an exemption from publication of their identity must explain their reasons for doing so in their application. In this case, advance notice will be given in the event of a decision to make any information about the applicant public.

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Nord University

Through research, education and social engagement, Nord University contributes to the creation of a sustainable future.
In cooperation with society, business and industry in Northern and Central Norway, our 11,500 students and 1,350 staff promote innovative solutions and knowledge-based practice, both locally and internationally.
Nord University has four strategic focus areas: blue and green growth, sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship, societal security, and health, welfare and education.

The Faculty of Nursing and Health (FSH) Sciences educates competent and future-oriented nurses and specialists in health, care and praxis-oriented research. We shall contribute to solving future challenges in health and welfare. The Faculty offers an inter-faculty PhD in Professional Praxis. The faculty for Nursing and Health Sciences has 2,400 students and 200 employees. The professional communities are organised into the following divisions: Nursing, Pharmaceuticals, and Social Education and Mental Health.

Read more: www.nord.no/fsh

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Deadline

10th April 2024

Employer

Nord University

Municipality

Bodø
Hadsel
Levanger

Scope

Fulltime (1 positions) Fulltime (%)

Duration

Fixed Term

Place of service
Postboks 1490, 8049 Bodø
Markedsgata 1, 8450 Stokmarknes
Høgskoleveien 27, 7600 Levanger

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