Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of almost SEK 2.1 billion per year. We are currently 1,900 employees and have 18,700 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you want to help us build the sustainable businesses and communities of the future. We are now looking for a deputy first research engineer for the economics subject who wants to contribute to our research. We currently have several projects focusing on regional economic development issues. Your tasks will mainly include support to an ongoing project on food security in the region but may also include support to other projects on regional development and other research projects, as well as participating in the undergraduate training of the subject. Project description Research in the different subjects within the Division of Social Sciences, which includes Economics, focuses on various social science aspects of the environment and natural resources. The division conducts both intra- and interdisciplinary projects in which researchers from Economics work together with researchers in the division's other subjects, but also with other researchers within and outside the university. We also strive to have a clear international character in our research. Duties and responsibilities As a senior research engineer, you are expected to support the ongoing research project in food supply in the Norrbotten region through, for example, literature reviews, analyzes, work with datasets and data management, logistics around travel and workshops, work on developing research applications and project budgets, and more. It may also include participation in the subject's basic training. Qualifications You should have at least a bachelor's degree in economics or equivalent. You should be analytical, used to working independently and sometimes under time pressure. You should also be able to write and speak Swedish fluently. The following would be an advantage; - Higher degree - Experience in energy, natural resource and environmental economics (from advanced studies as well as from research or other work) - Given the projects that finance the position, previous experience in working with food security issues and regional development is particularly advantageous - Good knowledge of English - Experience of writing reports for authorities, for example - Previous experience working as a research engineer, research assistant or similar Information to be provided The scope of the service is 3 months full-time with appointment as soon as possible or by agreement, with the possibility of extension. Location Luleå. For further information, you are welcome to contact: Jerry Blomberg, Head of Division, Division of Social Sciences, 0920-49 2335, jerry.bomberg@ltu.se Jesper Stage, Professor and Head of Subject, 0920-49 3445, jesper.stage@ltu.se Trade union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a cover letter, CV/resume and diploma. Please mark your application with the reference number below. The application and diploma must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: February 4, 2026 Reference number: 1224-2026