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 will help us build the sustainable businesses and societies of the future. The HR department consists of 20 employees who together are responsible for the strategic and operational HR work within the university and provide professional and qualified support in the field of HR and payroll. We are now looking for an HR specialist who will focus on competence supply. About the position In this role, you will be part of a team that works jointly with the university's competence supply. You will be responsible for your own area and support managers and employees in the business. You will manage and handle recruitment cases both within the academy and the operational support. For recruitments within the Academy, the recruitment process is handled in a special system via a recruitment committee. In addition to recruitment, you will be involved in, and in some cases responsible for, various development projects and strategic initiatives within the HR department. My name as your manager is Tommy Viklund. I apply a trust-based management style where you as an employee are given great confidence to independently plan and perform your work. I think it's important to have a good work-life balance and that we should have fun at work. Read more about our benefits here. Qualifications We are looking for people who have: - Academic degree in human resources or other degree deemed relevant - Experience of HR work with a focus on skills supply - Very good ability to communicate in speech and writing in both Swedish and English It is an advantage if you have: - Experience in governmental labor law - Experience in processing residence and work permits As a person, you are committed, responsible and proactive. You enjoy working in different types of processes and have the ability to drive the work forward even when the processes are lengthy. Other qualities that will help you succeed in this role include being clear, patient and good at dealing with different types of people. You have a positive attitude and see opportunities for development. We attach great importance to personal suitability. Scope and location We are looking for an HR specialist for a full-time permanent position based in Luleå. Probationary employment may be applied. Start according to agreement. Further information If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact HR Manager Tommy Viklund tommy.viklund@ltu.se, or HR Strategist Petter Berglund petter.berglund@ltu.se Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037, diana.chroneer@ltu.se and 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 CV, personal letter and diploma. Please mark your application with the reference number below. The application and diploma must be written in Swedish or English. We would like to see you use AI-based tools to support your application process. We expect you to be able to responsibly benefit from such tools also in your future work with us. Application deadline: February 10, 2026 Reference number: 739-2026