Researcher / Senior researcher in Risk and Safety

Helping societies better manage risks will ensure that crises do not undermine or destroy important structures of our society like the energy supply, urban areas, transport infrastructure, or industrial value chains. IFEs Department Risk and Safety conducts research, development and consultancy in risk and safety related to digital systems in critical infrastructure. We collaborate with national and international partners, working on projects funded by the EU, the Norwegian Research Council, industry clients, and the OECD NEA Halden Project. Our team has experience in applied research and consultancy, working on complex digital systems. With a long history in providing research on Software Dependability and Digital Instrumentation and Control (D&IC) within the nuclear field, the specialists in the department is today involved with competence in Safety Case, Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety (RAMS) in projects within nuclear, transport, hydrogen, energy and critical infrastructure.

The Department of Risk and Safety is looking for a Researcher and Senior Researcher within Risk and Safety that would like to contribute to more resilient society.

For senior researchers, the role includes developing and leading research projects, writing proposals, and forming collaborations with external partners. Senior researchers will also contribute to guiding junior team members and ensuring that projects meet their objectives. We aim to provide an environment where researchers at all levels can develop their expertise, collaborate with others, and contribute to meaningful advancements in risk management.

Duties and responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities: 

• Participation in the joint Halden Project and other research activities related to safety assessment of digital I&C systems
• Conduct applied research and client projects within safety
• Contribute to writing of applications for external funding
• Contribute to development of competence within the group
• Report to the research manager 

In addition for Senior Researcher:

• Lead and manage projects
• Initiate and secure funding through national and international research proposals
• Collaborate with industry and government partners to translate research into impactful solutions
• Supervise and mentor junior researchers, fostering a collaborative research environment
• Play a key role in advancing risk and safety research, representing IFE in professional forums, publications, and strategic initiatives

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications: 

• Good knowledge of risk and safety assessment of systems that include software
• Good knowledge of safety case
• Good knowledge of system and/or software development
• Knowledge or interest to work with nuclear safety and/or hydrogen safety
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Minimum Master´s degree or similar within computer science or technical subjects 

In addition for Senior Researcher:

• Significant research experience in risk management, safety case, computer science, or a related field that aligns with the department’s research focus
  
• Proven track record in leading research projects, marketing and securing funding
  
• Strong networking skills, with the ability to build collaborations across academia, industry, and government
  
• Experience from leadership roles and coordination of research projects
  
• Preferably experience mentoring researchers and guiding project teams

Education Level: College/University, Master/PhD grade

Personal qualities

Personal qualities: 

• A positive and proactive attitude, contributing to a collaborative team culture 
• Curious and eager to learn
• A problem-solver, able to think critically and find innovative solutions
• Team-oriented, willing to share knowledge and learn from others
• Results-driven, with a strong desire to make an impact in applied research
• The successful candidate is an independent and active person
• Communication and collaboration capabilities are emphasized

In addition for Senior Researcher:

• Strategic thinking and the ability to align research with industry needs
  
• Customer and sales oriented with an understanding for applied research and customer needs
  
• Leadership and mentorship skills, fostering a positive and productive research environment.

Languages: English and Norwegian 

We can offer

We can offer 

• A supportive and collaborative environment where new ideas and knowledge sharing are central
  
• The opportunity to work with skilled and experienced colleagues in a stimulating professional environment
• Competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and good pension scheme

IFE is subject to the Security Act, which includes requirements for the organisation’s management of critical national information, as well as other relevant legislation concerning the management of sensitive information. On this basis, it is a prerequisite for employment that the applicant is suitable from a security perspective. Note that relevant applicants will be asked questions that are necessary to ascertain this. This includes questions about any ties to countries that the Norwegian National Security Authority (NSM) has classified as a ‘high-risk country’ in its open threat assessment. Background checks are performed as part of our recruitment process.

We view diversity as a strength in our work. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion and ethnic background. We place great emphasis on your personal suitability for the position.

IFE offers a highly skilled, motivating and multidisciplinary work environment, and is part of a wide-ranging international network within research and industry. Salary is based on the degree of experience and formal qualifications. Membership is established in the collective-group life-/accident insurance and in the DNB Pension Fund.

 

Kontaktinformasjon

Sizarta Sarshar, Department head, +47 97684378, sizarta.sarshar@ife.no

Arbeidssted

Os Allé 5
1777 Halden

Nøkkelinformasjon:

Arbeidsgiver: Institutt for energiteknikk (IFE)

Referansenr.: 4955001385
Stillingsprosent: 100%
Permanent position
Søknadsfrist: 01.06.2025