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Become a member

– because we are stronger together

Forskerforbundet – The Norwegian Association of Researchers (NAR) – organises employees and students in research, higher education and dissemination of knowledge. We have 26,000 members.

Our main purpose is to increase salaries and improve working conditions for our members.

Become a member

The world needs knowledge.
Knowledge workers need Forskerforbundet.

There are many good reasons to join Forskerforbundet.
Here are some of them:

  • We work to ensure that knowledge workers are paid better.
  • Free legal help in the workplace - we're there when you need it.
  • Attractive membership benefits in banking and insurance.
  • Unity, competence and networks for knowledge workers.
  • Our members are the backbone of the Norwegian knowledge sector.
  • We influence politics and advocate for knowledge workers.
  • Every member counts – together we stand stronger.

Become a member today!

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Hear from our satisfied members!

Still on the fence? Here is what some of the members are most satisfied with about their membership in the Forskerforbundet.

Read more about what our members say

Double membership

We have double membership agreements with a number of Norwegian associations for professionals. With double membership, you can be a member of both organisations without paying double fees.

Read more about double membership

Guest membership

We have reciprocal membership agreements with sister organisations in the Nordic countries, Ireland, Great Britain, Canada and the USA. If you are a member of our sister organisation in one of these countries, you can join Forskerforbundet for free as a guest member.

Read more about guest membership

Changes to your membership

If you change your address or your employment, take a leave of absence, or retire, you must inform our Central Office. Log on to your personal membership page: My page ("Min side") to update your membership information.

Log on to My page

How much does it cost?

Here you will find the fees that apply in 2024.

Membership fees

Do you know someone who could become a member of Forskerforbundet?

Recruit a colleague today and receive a gift card as a recruitment prize.

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