Internship at Simula – 2022: Plagiarism tool

Simula is a publicly-owned ICT research lab. Our main objective is to reach new levels of understanding and to create vital knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value to society.

We are now recruiting part-time interns for approximately 25 projects in the fields of ICT research, to work together with motivated international researchers.

For information about these opportunities, including the other available projects, please visit: https://www.simula.no/internships

Project: Plagiarism tool

In the course I am teaching at UiO (IN1910) we often recycle old exercises. Last year we caught a few students for plagiarism and ran their solutions against all previous solutions using a tool called copydetect (https://github.com/blingenf/copydetect). We would like to make a more automated tool that could run this on all responses and notify us of any suspicious response.

• Number of positions available: 1 intern
• Workplace: Simula Research Laboratory (downtown Oslo, Kristian Augusts gate 23). Possibilities to work remotely can be discussed with the supervisor.
• Work duration: The duration and weekly hours for the internship will be decided together with the supervisor.
• Project contact: Senior Research Engineer Henrik Nicolay Finsberg ([email protected]; +47 911 86 843).
• Department: Department of Computational Physiology

We are looking for students that:

• Are currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mathematics or informatics, or other specializations in technology
• Fluent in Python
• Are curious and interested in research, and enjoy working on challenging problems
• Have strong academic results
• Are proficient in English (both spoken and written)
• Are allowed to work in Norway, due to practicalities related to short-term employment.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to do high-quality research, with supervision from international researchers
• A highly competent and engaging workplace where you are encouraged to contribute scientifically
• An hourly-based wage (note: Simula does not cover expenses such as travel, housing, etc.)
• An inclusive working environment, with a fun and social workplace culture

How to apply:

The available projects are intended for autumn 2022. As such, candidates are encouraged to apply by September 2, 2022.

Please apply through the application form below.

Contact:

• For project-related inquiries, please contact Senior Research Engineer Henrik Nicolay Finsberg ([email protected]; +47 911 86 843).
• For general inquiries, please contact: Stian Engen, Senior Advisor, Simula Academy ([email protected]; +47 900 86 312).

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.