PhD Research Fellow in interoperability: eliminating data silos in software systemsArbeidsgiverHøgskulen på VestlandetStedBergen, 5063 BergenThe Department of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Mathematical Sciences at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, has a vacancy for a research fellow in Interoperability: eliminating data silos in software systemsThe Department of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Mathematical Sciences at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, has a vacancy for a research fellow (PhD position) in Interoperability: eliminating data silos in software systems for a period of 4 years.The PhD research fellow will be part of the PhD programme in Computer Science: Software Engineering, Sensor Networks and Engineering Computing (). The research programme in Computer Science currently includes 20 professors and associate professors, more than 30 PhD and post-doctoral fellows, and a large number of master’s students.About the PhD project:Today, we have many stand-alone applications that are engineered to work with specific datasets and in specific environments. Even though these applications are useful, they are not ready to collaborate with other systems in a System of Systems (SoS) fashion. Among the various challenges that remain unresolved when building a SoS, a key challenge concerns interoperability when combining software and data from different organisations. In fact, in a SoS setting, different organisations represent data differently and often use in-house ad hoc software to deal with data; this lack of standardised solutions makes it challenging to combine and integrate data from different software-enabled systems.This interoperability macro-challenge includes software engineering challenges related to data, such as how to: (i) deal with and manage heterogeneous data provided by different sources; (ii) combine data in the best possible way; and (iii) measure and even ensure the quality and freshness of data from different organisations.Given our strong collaboration with several companies and research institutes in the marine ocean, this will give opportunity for case studies within this domain. Furthermore, this work can support better integrating data from many different sources within the sea, which is crucial to make quality decision for a more sustainable use of the sea.Research environmentThe computer science research environment at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences has a strong focus on use-inspired and applied research, and on ICT as an enabling technology. The research environment has cooperation with many national and international research groups, and with national and regional industry partners. The research programme includes the research themes of software engineering, engineering computing, sensor networks and measurement technologies, grid computing and physics data analysis, machine learning, and interactive and collaborative systems. The prospective PhD candidate will work in close cooperation with our current PhD students and master students in the research group on software engineering ( ).PhD research fellows receive an annual work expense funding which can be used for conference participation, research visits, and equipment. The place of employment is Campus Bergen.Qualifications:The PhD research fellow must hold a master's degree in computer science/informatics/software engineering or in a closely related field. Candidates who have submitted a master’s thesis (but who has not yet been awarded a master’s degree) may also qualify for the position provided that the master`s degree is awarded within 4 weeks after the application deadline. A background in software architecture, data science, and data interoperability will be considered an advantage when candidates are ranked. Candidates already holding a PhD within this field are not eligible for this position.In addition to the required educational and scientific background, the following criteria will be evaluated: competence and grades on completed course work, quality of the master's thesis (excellent grade, equivalent of grade B or better on the ECTS grading system), publications (if any), research and teaching experience, practical software engineering skills and experience. A possible outline of a research plan for a potential PhD project will also be taken into account.The candidate must be diligent and display the ability to work independently, supplemented with regular guidance, and is expected to carry out high-quality research and to publish the results in international workshops, conferences, and journals.The PhD research fellow must enrol in the PhD programme in Computer Science: Software Engineering, Sensor Networks and Engineering Computing at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, and must meet the formal admission requirements for admission into the PhD programme. 25% of the 4-year period will be designated to duties such as teaching, development and administrative tasks. The employment period may be reduced if the successful applicant has held previous employment as a research fellow.The PhD candidate will be assigned two academic supervisor(s) at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences. An application for enrolment should first be submitted after an appointment is made and the supervisor(s) will help with this procedure. The candidate must be enrolled as a PhD student within 3 months from the start of the employment.Application procedure:Applications will be evaluated by an expert panel of three members.Applicants are asked to submit their application and CV online. Please use the link “Apply for this job” (“Søk stillingen”).The following documentation should be uploaded as an attachment to the online application:Master thesisCopies of selected academic publications (no more than 15)A CV with a complete list of academic publicationsDiplomas and certificatesApplicants should indicate which publications or parts of publications should be given special consideration in the evaluation. If the documents submitted are not in a Scandinavian language or in English, the applicants must submit certified translations of these. The transcripts must specify the topics, the course works, and the grades at the bachelor`s and master`s degree levels.Applicants should note that the evaluation will be based on the documentation submitted electronically via Jobbnorge within the submission deadline. The applicants are responsible for ensuring that all the documentation is submitted before the closing date. It is of utmost importance that all publications to be considered in the evaluation are uploaded as an attachment with the application, since these are sent electronically to the expert panel. Applications cannot be sent by e-mail or to individuals at HVL.Salary:Good occupational pension, insurance and loan schemes from The Norwegian Public Service Pension FundExciting academic environment with the possibility of competence enhancement and developmentOpportunities for training within the working hours Salaries will be offered at grade 54 (code 1017) in the Civil Service pay grade table scale.General information:The appointment will be made in accordance with the regulations for State employees Law in Norway ("Lov om statens ansatte)". Organizational changes and changes in the duties and responsibilities associated with the position must be expected.State employment shall reflect the multiplicity of the population at large to the highest possible degree. Western Norway University of Applied Sciences Bergen has therefore adopted a personnel policy objective to ensure that we achieve a balanced age and gender composition and the recruitment of persons of various ethnic backgrounds.Information about the applicant may be made public even though the applicant has requested not to be named in the list of applicants. The applicant will be notified if his/her request is not respected.Short-listed applicants will be called in for an interview.Employed on condition that you are granted a work and residence permit (must be considered individually).Contacts:1. Professor Rogardt Heldal, phone: +47 464 30 095, e-mail: 3. Professor Håvard Helstrup, Coordinator of PhD Programme on Computer Science,phone: (+47) 55 58 75 61, e-mail: 2. Associate Professor Tosin Daniel Oyetoyan, phone: +47 55 58 71 67, e-mail: Inclusion, challenging norms, collaboration/Om arbeidsgiverenArbeidsgiverHøgskulen på VestlandetAdresseInndalsveien 28, 5063 BergenHjemmesideWith about 17,500 students, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences is one of the largest higher education institutions in Norway. A broad range of academic programmes are offered at Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, spread out on five campuses Førde, Sogndal, Bergen, Stord og Haugesund.Our ambition is to build stronger and more solid academic and research environments that will interact nationally and internationally. The aim is to become a recognized actor on the international higher education arena. Increased international cooperation and engagement in externally funded projects will work towards this goal.The Faculty of Engineering and Science has approximately 370 employees and approximately 3,260 students. The faculty has a broad educational offer at both bachelor's and master's level in engineering and science, as well as PhD education in computer technology. The Mohns Center for Innovation and Regional Development researches innovation and offers master's education in innovation and entrepreneurship. The diving education offers a one-year vocational school education.The main part of the faculty's activities are in Haugesund, Bergen, Sogndal and Førde, but we also offer decentralized education in Florø, Kristiansund and Stord.The faculty's activities are internationally based and take place in close collaboration with regional companies, clusters, health trusts and the public sector, including other institutions in the university and college sector. This applies to research, development, innovation and not least education with student projects at all levels. Om stillingenStillingstittel:PhD Research Fellow in interoperability: eliminating data silos in software systemsAntall stillinger:1AnsettelsesformFastHeltid/deltidHeltidSektorOffentlig