Careers
SimulaMet consists of unique talents from all over the world, who contribute to society with research in digital engineering at the highest international level.
About the research environment
SimulaMet is a research centre jointly owned by Simula Research Laboratory (SRL) and Oslo Metropolitan University. It is part of the broader Simula group, consisting of legal units which together perform Simula's activities in research, education and innovation.
SimulaMet is the home of Simula’s research activities on networks and communications, artificial intelligence and IT management, and it is OsloMet’s strategic partner in digital engineering.
Situated in modern offices on the OsloMet campus in central Oslo, Norway, just a five-minute walk from the main Simula office.
About Simula
Simula's main objective is to create knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value for society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer, and commercialization.
Since 2001, scientific evaluations conducted by the Research Council of Norway have repeatedly placed Simula at the forefront of international research in ICT. The most recent in-depth evaluation was published in 2025, grading our full range of research as excellent, ranking Simula the highest of all Norwegian research institutions regarding impact and publication quality (p14. in National EVALMIT report).
Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research lab. SRL conducts Information and Communication Technology (ICT) research in the fields of scientific computing, artificial intelligence, software engineering, communication systems, and cyber security.
Simula supports talent development through PhD and postdoctoral programs and provides valuable research infrastructure, such as the national HPC facility, eX3, and network testbeds.
Simula appreciates diversity. We currently employ approximately 200 individuals from 35 countries and strive to create a family-friendly working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women to apply.
About Norway
Norway is famous for its epic outdoor scenery, with wonderful fjords, gorgeous waterfalls and majestic mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.
Learn more about Norway: Official travel guide to Norway
A place to thrive. In SimulaMet we encourage growth and professional development. We provide opportunities for all stages of your academic career, from research communication to leadership skills. We arrange seminars, foster collaboration and provide support for research stays abroad.
A place to connect. We have an informal and inclusive workplace consisting of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers, engineers, and students. As a part of the Simula Group, we arrange social activities such as summer parties, Fabulous Fridays, and yearly retreats
A place for work-life balance. Researchers in SimulaMet have considerable freedom. We give our employees autonomy to schedule their life, with flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely for parts of the week. As an employee in SimulaMet you will be covered by excellent pension and insurance schemes.
