NTNU PhD Psych Scholarship 2026 in Norway | Fully Funded
Apply for the fully funded NTNU PhD Psychology Scholarship 2026 in Norway, focusing on AI support for insomnia treatment. The deadline is August 9, 2026.
Overview
The NTNU PhD Psychology Scholarship 2026 provides a fully funded doctoral position hosted at the Department of Psychology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), in Trondheim. This interdisciplinary research project combines clinical adult psychology and cutting-edge technology to develop a responsible AI-based conversational agent supporting sleep-restriction adherence in digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (dCBT-I). The three-year appointment offers an engaging international research environment, career guidance, and opportunities for conference participation and research stays abroad.
Benefits
- Gross annual salary of NOK 550,800 depending on qualifications and seniority.
- Operating resources allocated for carrying out the project.
- Favorable terms and employee benefits through the Government Pension Fund and NTNU.
- Career guidance and follow-up during the doctoral period.
- Opportunities for international conferences, research stays, and optional clinical assistantships.
Eligibility
- Must hold a relevant master’s degree in clinical psychology, medicine, mental health, or an equivalent five-year Norwegian study program with at least 120 master's credits.
- Final-year master's students may apply, provided the degree is obtained and documented prior to starting the position.
- Strong academic background with an average grade equivalent to a B or better on NTNU's grading scale.
- Proficiency in both English and Norwegian (oral and written) equivalent to level B2.
- Must meet admission requirements for the faculty’s doctoral program.
- Desired qualifications include healthcare professional authorization (psychologist or doctor), experience in sleep disorder treatment, and interest in information technology.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their application electronically through the official Jobbnorge platform before the closing date. Required documentation includes:
- Transcripts and diplomas for bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
- An updated curriculum vitae (CV).
- A copy of your master's thesis or recently submitted version.
- A short motivation letter of approximately 400 words (or one page).
- Any relevant academic publications or research work.
- Contact details for three professional references.
- Documentation of scope and quality for foreign degrees, including a diploma supplement if applicable.
Deadline
The application deadline is August 9, 2026.