Luleå University of Technology is the leading European university in mining and metallurgy. The university offers a unique opportunity to develop comprehensive research skills across the entire mining value chain—from exploration, mining, processing, and metal production to post-mining reclamation. We are now seeking a university lecturer to strengthen our team in the field of safe mining production.
Subject Description
Mining and Rock Engineering encompasses mining engineering, rock engineering and rock mechanics, including the properties of rock masses, tunnel construction technology, the design and sizing of mines and rock engineering facilities, as well as planning and production processes related to both mining and infrastructure development.
Job Responsibilities
Assistant Professors are expected to conduct research, provide research supervision, and participate in teaching activities within relevant areas of the research field. Particular emphasis is placed on applied research within our discipline, so good relationships with Swedish and international mining and mineral industries are important. Assistant Professors are also expected to contribute to the university’s development, that is, to help secure external funding for the discipline, to communicate research results through academic publications, and to participate in leadership and administrative duties.
Qualifications
To meet the requirements for employment as an assistant professor, the applicant must
- have earned a doctoral degree, or hold a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree
Preference will be given to candidates who have earned a doctoral degree no more than five years prior to the application deadline. However, candidates who earned a doctoral degree or attained equivalent qualifications earlier may also be considered if there are special circumstances. Special reasons refer to leave of absence due to illness, parental leave, or other similar circumstances.
Evaluation Criteria
The following evaluation criteria apply to this position:
- scientific competence
- other evaluation criteria
Other evaluation criteria (in order of priority):
- Doctoral degree in rock mechanics, mining engineering, or civil engineering with a specialization in rock mechanics or a similar field
- Research experience in the field of mining seismology
- Experience working with large datasets, preferably using AI
- Experience with international research collaboration
- Ability to communicate research and development work
- Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of Swedish is a plus
Term of Employment
This position is for a four-year term. The position is based in Luleå
Tenure-track position as Associate Professor
The purpose of the appointment is to provide the faculty member with the opportunity to develop their independence as a researcher and to establish a track record in both research and teaching in order to meet the eligibility requirements for a position as a university lecturer.
An assistant university lecturer shall, upon application, be promoted to university lecturer and granted a permanent position if he or she is qualified for a position as a lecturer, and is deemed suitable for such a position following an evaluation based on the assessment criteria specified below.
For the evaluation, the assistant associate professor must have completed higher education pedagogy training equivalent to 7.5 credits or have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge.
During the period of employment, the assistant professor must also have contributed independently, to a significant extent, and with high quality to the university’s research, as well as demonstrated good teaching skills.
Information
For further information, please contact: Professor and Department Chair Daniel Johansson, mailto:daniel.johansson@ltu.se, 0920-49 2361
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Application
We prefer that you apply for the position using the application button below, where you can attach the required application documents, including degree certificates (certified and translated into Swedish or English), a pedagogical self-reflection, and publications, etc. Follow the link https://www.ltu.se/download/18.4857b8d018b84b04208893d/1698827835983/INSTRUCTIONS%20FOR%20APPLICANTS%20SVe.pdf for complete instructions. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Please submit your application in English, as we may use English-speaking experts.
Application deadline: November 18, 2026
Reference number: 5305-2026