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. Here you have the opportunity to belong to an innovative research environment that develops new knowledge about one of the great societal challenges of our time - to support and understand the digital transformation in companies and in society. The research subject Information Systems is part of the Division of Digital Services and Systems, which also includes the Center for Distance-Spanning Technology and the Center for Security in Society and Critical Infrastructures. The division consists of about 35 employees: researchers, teachers and project managers. The research in the Information Systems group focuses on a comprehensive level on sustainable digital transformation from societal, organizational and individual perspectives. We do this by conducting teaching and research in the areas of responsible digital innovation, data-driven decision-making and information security. Subject description Information Systems focuses on the design and use of information technology in relation to people, organizations and societies. Duties and responsibilities The position of Professor and Head of Subject has overall responsibility for leading and developing the subject, including research, doctoral education and education at first and second cycle. The Professor and Head of Subject has particular responsibility for securing funding for the activities and for contacts with the surrounding society. An important task is to build a strong research subject where doctoral students, staff and students grow. Eligibility Those who have demonstrated both scientific and teaching skills are eligible for appointment as professor. Equal attention shall be paid to the assessment of pedagogical and scientific competence. To meet the requirements for appointment as professor, the applicant shall: - be outstanding in his/her field of study and have a record of scholarly activity of high international standard, showing a clear progression in quality - have a total scholarly output equivalent in quantity to at least three doctoral theses including the doctoral dissertation - demonstrate academic leadership, including by - experience of research-related positions of trust as an expert, opponent and/or member of an examination committee - experience in research project management - experience of applying for and being awarded external funding for research projects in competition as principal applicant - experience of internal assignments within the university - experience of pedagogical leadership - have experience of supervision at doctoral level and, unless there are exceptional reasons, have been the principal supervisor of at least one doctoral student throughout the period from admission to the doctoral degree - demonstrate pedagogical skills through reflective experience, teaching skills and teaching development - demonstrate the ability to collaborate with the surrounding community, through, among other things, - making new knowledge available to the surrounding community - incorporating societal needs into research and/or educational contexts. In addition to the eligibility requirements for professors, when recruiting professors and chairs, particular emphasis shall be placed on leadership skills, including - experience in staff management and development - self-awareness and ability to reflect on own leadership experience - demonstrating experience of budgetary or other financial responsibility. Assessment criteria The following assessment criteria apply to the post: - Scientific excellence in the field of Information Systems - Pedagogical skills - Ability to manage and develop activities - Other assessment criteria Other assessment criteria (weighted equally): - Ability to cooperate with the surrounding community - Ability to collaborate within the university - Ability to obtain external funding for research and development - Solid publication record in the field of information systems - Demonstrated ability to promote and establish new research areas - Good ability to communicate in English, orally and in writing. For this position, scientific and teaching skills are prioritized in the assessment. Special emphasis is also placed on leadership skills. Applicants must be able to communicate in Swedish within a 3-year period. Luleå University of Technology offers tailor-made courses to reach an acceptable level of Swedish. Information about the position The position is a permanent full-time position (100%) based in Luleå. Access according to agreement. For further information, please contact: Head of the Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering Niklas Lehto, 0920-492085, niklas.lehto@ltu.se. Union representative: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se and OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se. How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach the application documents requested, including diplomas (certified and translated into Swedish or English), pedagogical self-reflection and publications, etc. Follow the link Instructions for applicants for complete instructions. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the degree certificate must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: December 8, 2025 Reference number: 4186-2025