RISE is looking for members to join the task group “Online Resource for New International Researchers at OsloMet”.
Starting a new position in a new country means dealing with a lot at once, from residence permits, the tax card and BankID to finding housing, the fastlege system and the unwritten rules of Norwegian academic life. Much of the official information exists, but it is spread across many sites and is seldom written from the perspective of someone on a temporary contract.
The task group will review existing resources at OsloMet and, where needed, create a practical, peer-written guide for international researchers and staff who are new to the university.
What will you contribute? 🗺️
- Map existing information from OsloMet, UDI, Skatteetaten and EURAXESS
- Identify gaps in the information available to new researchers at OsloMet
- Link to official sources rather than repeating them
- Add what those sources usually leave out, such as the order to do things in, common problems, and advice from people who have recently been through it
- Produce a structured guide that is useful for new researchers and staff at OsloMet
Who are we looking for?
Any RISE member can join. OsloMet staff with relevant expertise are also welcome.
We are particularly interested in members who have recent personal experience of settling in at OsloMet and in Norway.
Why get involved? 🌱
By joining the task group, you can:
- Help new colleagues get a smoother start at OsloMet
- Share your own experience in a way that benefits others
- Contribute directly to a concrete resource for the RISE community
A focused, time-limited task
The task group has room for a maximum of 4 members and requires about 2–4 hours per month from November 2026 to March 2027.
Apply ✍️
Application deadline: 10 November 2026
Questions? Contact us at rise-kontakt@oslomet.no.
