Digital Humanities Project Assistant

1 day ago

Oslo, Oslo County, Norway Universitetet i Oslo (UiO) Full time

Digital Humanities Project Assistant

The Centre for Ibsen Studies, Department of Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies at the University of Oslo, is announcing 1–2 positions as Digital Humanities Project Assistant in up to a 100% position. The engagement is for a period of 6 months, with the possibility of an extension, and the start date is as soon as possible.

The position is linked to work on the digital resources at the Centre for Ibsen Studies, particularly the digital scholarly edition of Henrik Ibsen's Writings (HISe). We are looking for a team member who can contribute to the further development and standardization of the XML encoding in the edition, as well as test various publishing solutions. The person hired will be employed under the job title Department Engineer (SKO 1085). You will work closely with the digital editor and other staff at the centre, as well as collaborate with the technical operations unit at the Faculty of Humanities, Humit.

The position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience with digital editions, cultural datasets, and digital humanities, in addition to gaining detailed insight into Norway's largest digital humanities project to date.

Work tasks

The primary responsibilities will involve re-encoding a large text corpus in TEI XML, using both automated and manual methods. This work includes developing scripts and regular expressions to streamline the encoding process, as well as ensuring quality through proofreading and code testing. Additionally, you will contribute to evaluating technical solutions for future publication and assist in creating guidelines and documentation in collaboration with the centre's staff.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

  • A bachelor's or master's degree in Digital Humanities, Library and Information Science, Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Nordic Literature, or another relevant field
  • Experience with text encoding, preferably TEI XML
  • Generally strong IT skills and the ability to work with digital tools
  • Good written and oral communication skills in a Scandinavian language and/or English
  • A strong interest in the position's tasks

Desired Qualifications

It is an advantage if you have experience with:

  • Digital humanities projects or digital editions
  • Automation of text processing and encoding
  • Scripting for text processing (e.g., Python, XSLT, or RegEx)
  • Database registration, linked open data, and the semantic web

Personal Qualities

We are looking for a person who:

  • Has an interest in digital cultural heritage
  • Works in a structured, independent, and goal-oriented manner
  • Has analytical skills and the ability to identify solutions
  • Is precise and has a careful and methodical approach to work
  • Enjoys collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork

Personal suitability will be an important consideration in the selection process.

Application Process

Applications will be evaluated based on the qualifications listed above. Interviews and reference checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

The hired candidate must be proficient in either a Scandinavian language or English as a working language.

We offer

  • A salary from NOK 477,705 to 526,770 per year, depending on qualifications.
  • Participation in an exciting teaching and research environment.
  • A professionally stimulating work environment.
  • A pension scheme in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
  • Attractive welfare benefits.

Application Requirements

The application must include:

  • A cover letter describing the applicant's qualifications and motivation for the position.
  • A Curriculum Vitae (including an overview of education and relevant experience).

Applications with attachments must be submitted through our electronic recruitment system—please click "Apply for position." For education completed outside Scandinavia, we request an explanation of the grading system.

Please note that all documents must be in either a Scandinavian language or English.

Additional Information

The appointment is subject to any changes in the area of responsibility and work tasks determined by the employer. We refer to regulations concerning employment in the position of Research Engineer (SKO 1085).

The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition and recruit individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Application deadline: April 15, 2025

Contact Persons

  • Giuliano D'Amico, Centre Director
  • Nina Marie Evensen, Digital Editor

About the University of Oslo

The University of Oslo is Norway's oldest and highest-ranked research and teaching institution, with 28,000 students and 7,000 employees. Its broad academic scope and internationally recognized research environments make UiO a key societal actor.

The Centre for Ibsen Studies (SIS) is a national and international hub for research, documentation, and teaching on Henrik Ibsen. The centre is organized under the Department of Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies but has its own budget. Its mandate is "to facilitate research and knowledge dissemination about Henrik Ibsen and his works, with the aim of strengthening Ibsen studies both nationally and internationally."

In recent years, the centre has prioritized making as much material as possible digitally accessible, developing several open-access digital resources. Among these, the electronic edition of Henrik Ibsen's Writings and the relational database IbsenStage have become essential tools for contemporary Ibsen research. The centre has high ambitions to distinguish itself internationally in this field.

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