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Public Sector PhD Project – Doctoral Project in the Public Sector 2026

Amount of funding presumed available for this call for proposals:
NOK 109 000 000
Project duration:
36-48 months

The purpose of the Public Sector PhD Scheme is to strengthen research-based innovation and contribute to long-term competence-building in the public sector through the recruitment of doctoral candidates in public agencies. The projects must be based on needs and challenges and be included in the public agency's plans for development. 

Policy and government administration areas
Health
Innovation
Welfare and education
Samfunnsoppdrag sirkulær økonomi
Defence capability, security and preparedness

Messages at time of print 19 September 2026, 09:11 CEST

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