Are you seeking to enhance your academic journey with a distinguished postdoctoral fellowship in Europe? Norway is now offering various fully funded postdoctoral research fellow positions across top universities and research institutes. These opportunities are open to both domestic and international applicants, and span a wide range of disciplines, including data science, AI, biomedicine, environmental sciences, statistics, humanities, and more.

With high salaries, world-class facilities, and one of the best work-life balances in the world, Norway is a top destination for postdoctoral research in 2025!

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Norway 2025 – Overview

  • Host Country: Norway
  • Degree Level: Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
  • Duration: 2–4 years (depending on the position)
  • Salary: NOK 624,500–660,000 annually (~EUR 52,000–55,000)
  • Universities/Institutes: NTNU, University of Oslo, University of Bergen, UiT, NMBU, University of Stavanger, University of Agder, and more

Why Choose Norway for Your Postdoctoral Research?

Norway offers exceptional benefits and a strong academic environment for researchers:

  • Competitive annual salary: NOK 624,500–660,000
  • Positions as Government Employees with full research and teaching rights
  • Additional salary increases based on service years
  • Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
  • Excellent welfare and relocation benefits
  • International collaboration and networking opportunities
  • Work in one of the most beautiful and safest countries in the world

Available Postdoctoral Positions in Norway (2025 Highlights)

A snapshot of the recently announced and open postdoc fellowships:

  • Postdoc in Multiphase Flow in Porous Media – NTNU
  • Postdoc in Literature and Generative AI – University of Bergen
  • Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular Biology & Epigenetics – University of Oslo
  • Postdoc in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry – UiT
  • Postdoctoral Fellow in Sustainable Forest Management (Computer Vision) – NIBIO
  • Postdoc in Biostatistics and Epidemiology – University of Oslo
  • Postdoc in Toxicology/Chemicals in Plastics – NTNU
  • Postdoc in Just and Sustainable Transformations – NMBU
  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Fish Immunology/Vaccinology – UiT
  • Postdoc in Statistics – Causal Machine Learning – University of Oslo
  • Postdoc in Developmental Psychology – University of Agder
  • Postdoc in Planetary Radar Systems – University of Oslo
  • Postdoc in History of English Language/Corpus Linguistics – University of Stavanger
  • Postdoc in Sediment Dynamics Modelling – Norwegian Polar Institute
  • Postdoc in Ice Rheology or Biophysics – University of Oslo

And many more in fields such as law, archaeology, space systems, computer science, biomedical research, and renewable energy systems.

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Eligibility Criteria

To apply for a postdoctoral research fellow position in Norway, applicants must:

  • Hold a PhD degree (completed or near completion)
  • Demonstrate a strong academic record and publication record
  • Submit a detailed research proposal (in many cases)
  • Have proficiency in English (some roles may require Norwegian or willingness to learn)

How to Apply?

Step 1: Visit the official portal for academic jobs in Norway (Jobbnorge)

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Step 2: Search for relevant postdoctoral positions by keyword or location

Step 3: Read the specific eligibility and project requirements

Click Here to Read the Postdoc Application Requirements in Norway

Step 4: Prepare the required documents and submit your jobs application online

Apply Now for Postdoctoral Fellowships in Norway

These fully funded postdoctoral research positions provide an outstanding platform to expand your research capabilities and establish your career in one of the most innovation-friendly countries in the world. Whether you’re in science, humanities, or interdisciplinary fields, Norway has a postdoc opportunity waiting for you in 2025!

Apply Now for Postdoctoral Research Fellow Positions in Norway 2025

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Muhammad Usman

Postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Science (formally Tokyo Tech).

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