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 Department of Health, Education and Technology is an academic meeting place where scientific perspectives on knowledge about learning and health are brought together. The department offers degree programs at bachelor's, master's and master's level and in several subjects also education at doctoral level leading to a doctoral degree. The Department of Health, Education and Technology offers many programs and courses in the humanities and natural sciences. The Department of Health, Education and Technology consists of three divisions with approximately 220 employees and over 2500 students with research in nine research subjects. The Department of Pedagogy, Language and Subject Didactics has extensive activities with research, development and teaching in undergraduate education, contract education and independent courses linked to teacher education, preschool and school. We intend to strengthen the subject competence in the field of mathematics and science education and are now looking for a senior lecturer with competence in science education. Subject description Mathematics and science education is concerned with teaching and learning in mathematics and science subjects at different levels of the education system. It provides a scientific basis for developing and strengthening teaching by investigating teaching and learning processes, how specific subject content is communicated in different contexts, and how individuals and groups at different levels of education develop and use knowledge. Particular focus is on students' motivation, skills and approaches to the subject area, and the development of teaching methods in modern learning environments. Duties and responsibilities In your role as a senior lecturer, you will mainly work with teaching in teacher education, primarily with science didactics in the primary teacher and preschool teacher program, but also courses in the educational science core. The tasks also include supervision and participation in research and development work at undergraduate, advanced and postgraduate level. You will play an important role in our development and quality work and bring experience to the relevant areas of activity. You will be expected to be involved in research environments, in research projects and, where appropriate, in doctoral education. It is of great importance that you feel comfortable in communicating research results through academic publications. Furthermore, interaction with the surrounding society is an important part of the tasks and to follow the international development of the subject. Eligibility Qualified to be employed as Senior Lecturer are those who: - A doctoral degree in natural sciences with a didactic focus or have equivalent scientific competence. - Demonstrated pedagogical skills through reflective experience, teaching skills and teaching development. - Completed higher education pedagogical training equivalent to 7.5 credits or otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge Assessment criteria The following assessment criteria apply to the position: - Scientific excellence - Teaching skills - Other assessment criteria Other assessment criteria (weighted equally): - completed subject didactic research in the natural sciences - ability to teach and examine in Swedish at different levels of the education system - administrative skills that are relevant to the subject content and the duties of the post - ability to interact with the surrounding society - ability to obtain external research and development funding - ability to provide information about research and development work - ability to teach in Swedish and English - experience of tasks in educational management When recruiting, the university will primarily consider the person who, based on an overall qualitative assessment of competence and skill, is deemed to have the best conditions to perform and further develop the tasks and promote the positive development of the organization. Information to be provided The position is full-time until further notice and located in Luleå. Start date 260101 or as agreed. For further information, please contact: Senior Lecturer Åsa Bjuhr, 0920-49 1552, Asa.Bjuhr@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 the application documents requested, including diplomas (certified), pedagogical self-reflection and publications, etc. Follow the link Instructions for applicants for complete instructions. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Deadline for applications: October 22, 2025 Reference number: 3814-2025