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 societies of the future. We are now looking for a Senior Research Engineer in Forensic Science to contribute to our research. Our research is mainly in the field of environmental and natural resource law and we often have projects focusing on competing land uses and sustainability, where Sami and indigenous law issues are central. Your tasks will involve supporting two research projects, both of which focus on mining settlements, reindeer husbandry and justice issues. Project description The research at the different subjects within the Division of Social Sciences, which includes Forensic Science, focuses on various social science aspects of the environment and natural resources. The division conducts both intra- and interdisciplinary projects where researchers from Forensic Science 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 two ongoing research projects PlanIT and Scaling up. Specifically, this means assisting the project manager by, among other things, producing legal material and literature on the principle of FPIC and relevant EU law, mainly on critical metals and minerals, to support the finalization of articles in the project. There is the possibility of co-authoring articles. Administrative tasks are also included, such as liaising with Sami villages and coordinating meetings with project partners, logistics for travel, workshops and roundtables, and helping to plan and administer a final conference. Travel for participation in meetings, workshops, conferences and similar is included. Qualifications You should have a degree in law or equivalent. You should be analytical, used to working independently and sometimes under time pressure. You should have a very good knowledge of the Swedish language, both spoken and written. You must have a good knowledge of Sami society. The following are meritorious: - Experience in environmental and natural resource law (e.g. from advanced studies, research or other work) - Previous experience of work or contacts with Sami villages is particularly advantageous - Good knowledge of English - Experience of writing reports, consultation responses and the like for authorities or organizations - Previous experience of working as a research engineer, research assistant or similar Information to be provided The scope of the service is 30% for one year, with the possibility of extension. Location Luleå. Access as soon as possible or by agreement. For further information, you are welcome to contact: Jerry Blomberg, Head of Division, Division of Social Sciences, 0920-49 23 35, jerry.blomberg@ltu.se and Maria Pettersson, Professor and Head of Subject, 0920-49 21 95, maria.pettersson@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 September 2, 2025 Reference number: 3168-2025