Visiting Researchers
I welcome visiting researchers at all career stages who are interested in spending time at BI Norwegian Business School to collaborate on shared research interests. Over the years, I have hosted scholars from institutions across Europe, North America, and Asia, and I see these visits as one of the most productive ways to develop new ideas and lasting professional relationships.
Why Visit?
Oslo offers a unique research environment at the intersection of Scandinavian social policy, multicultural society, and a rapidly evolving digital landscape. As a visiting researcher, you gain access to a leading Nordic institution, an active research group, and a city consistently ranked among the highest in the world for quality of life.
A research visit typically provides the opportunity to:
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Collaborate directly on ongoing or new research projects in social psychology, communication science, or related fields.
- Present your work in departmental seminars and receive feedback from colleagues across both institutions.
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Connect with the broader Nordic research community in psychology, communication, and political science.
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Experience a highly international and English-speaking academic environment.
Who Can Visit?
I welcome applications from researchers at different career stages, including:
Postdoctoral Researchers and Early-Career Faculty: If you are seeking an international research stay as part of a funded position or fellowship, I am happy to explore opportunities as your potential host and collaborator. Many funding bodies — including the European Commission (Marie Curie), national research councils, and Fulbright — require or encourage international mobility. I have experience supporting applications to several of these programs.
Faculty on Sabbatical: I host senior colleagues on sabbatical leave who wish to pursue a focused research project in a new environment. Oslo provides an excellent setting for writing, collaboration, and intellectual exchange.
PhD Candidates: Doctoral students working on topics related to my research areas are welcome to apply for shorter research stays, typically ranging from three months to a year. These visits are an excellent opportunity to develop skills, receive mentorship, and build your international network.
Research Areas for Collaboration
I am particularly interested in hosting researchers whose work aligns with one or more of the following areas:
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Misinformation, conspiracy theories, and AI-driven disinformation — including the psychology of belief, platform dynamics, and intervention design.
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Violent extremism and radicalization — including threat perceptions, ideological motivations, and prevention strategies.
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Acculturation and intercultural relations — including majority-group adaptation, prejudice, and the psychology of integration policy.
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Artificial intelligence and society — including the impact of AI on decision-making, democratic processes, and public trust.
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Environmental and climate psychology — including pro-environmental behavior and psychological barriers to action.
I am also open to proposals from researchers in adjacent fields who see a clear connection to my expertise and who can articulate a concrete plan for collaboration.
Practical Information
Duration: Research visits typically last between three months and one year.
Funding: I do not provide direct funding for visiting researchers. Visitors are expected to secure their own funding through their home institution, a fellowship, or a grant. I am happy to write letters of support for funding applications, and I have experience with Erasmus+, Marie Curie, Fulbright, and various national research council programs.
Workspace: Visiting researchers are typically provided with a desk and access to departmental facilities, seminar rooms, and library resources. Allocation depends on current availability.
Location: All visits are hosted at the Department of Communication and Culture at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo, Norway.
Language: The working language is English. No knowledge of Norwegian is required.
How to Apply
If you are interested in a research visit, please send an email to [email protected] with the following:
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Your CV.
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A brief research proposal (1–2 pages) describing the project you would like to work on during your visit and how it connects to my research areas.
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Your preferred dates and duration.
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Information about your funding situation (secured, pending application, or seeking advice).
I aim to respond to all inquiries within two weeks.
Testimonials
Dammy Jeboda (Fulbright Scholar 2025-2026)
“Working with Jonas and tapping into his wealth of knowledge led to exponential growth for me as a researcher. He was collaborative, respectful, and a great communicator. From the initial formation of ideas and research questions to manuscript publication, he was engaged with every step of the process. Not all great researchers are great teachers or supervisors, but Jonas is both.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Jonas R. Kunst welcomes visiting researchers at all career stages — postdocs, faculty on sabbatical, and PhD candidates — at BI Norwegian Business School and the University of Oslo. To apply, send your CV, a brief research proposal (1-2 pages), preferred dates, and funding details to [email protected]. Research visits typically last three months to one year. The working language is English, and no knowledge of Norwegian is required.
Jonas R. Kunst hosts visiting researchers working on misinformation and conspiracy theories, violent extremism and radicalization, acculturation and intercultural relations, artificial intelligence and its societal impact, and environmental and climate psychology. He has collaborated with scholars from institutions including Harvard, Yale, Oxford, NYU, Cambridge, and the Max Planck Institute, and publishes in journals such as Science, Nature Communications, PNAS, and Psychological Science.
Jonas R. Kunst does not provide direct funding for visiting researchers. Visitors are expected to secure funding through their home institution, a fellowship, or a grant. He is experienced in supporting applications to programs including Erasmus+, Marie Curie Fellowships, Fulbright, and various national research councils, and is happy to write letters of support.
Prof. Jonas R. Kunst at BI Norwegian Business School, regularly hosts visiting postdoctoral researchers and sabbatical guests. His research group operates at the intersection of social psychology, communication, AI, and extremism. Oslo is consistently ranked among the world's top cities for quality of life and offers a highly international, English-speaking academic environment.
Finding the right host involves identifying research groups that align with your expertise and offer strong international integration. At BI Norwegian Business School, we regularly host scholars from North America, Asia, and elsewhere who specialize in social psychology, communication science, artificial intelligence, and extremism. Our academic environment operates entirely in English, making it an accessible and highly productive entry point for research collaborations within Europe.
Oslo has established itself as a central hub for research on pressing societal challenges, including violent extremism, radicalization, and artificial intelligence driven disinformation. Visiting researchers joining our group gain direct access to a specialized Nordic and European research network, benefiting from comparative cross-cultural data and interdisciplinary collaboration.