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 that you will help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.
The Department of Health, Education and Technology provides education at undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate level. The department provides education for nurses, radiology nurses, several programs for specialist nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists and bachelor's degrees in health guidance and psychology. The department conducts research and postgraduate education in the subjects of occupational therapy, physiotherapy, nursing and psychology. We are now looking for a senior lecturer in nursing
Subject description
Nursing focuses on areas that aim to improve human health, prevent illness and disease, restore and maintain health, alleviate suffering and protect human integrity and dignity. Key areas are human and health, environment and nursing action and processes related to these areas.
Duties and responsibilities
As a Senior Lecturer in Nursing, you will teach, supervise and examine nursing, radiology and specialist nursing students in nursing and medical science. You will be a course coordinator and examiner at undergraduate and graduate level. You will also supervise students writing degree projects at undergraduate and graduate level. You will meet students both on campus and via online platforms. As a Senior Lecturer in Nursing, you are responsible for the development of the subject of nursing at undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate level, together with the subject chairs, professors, assistant professors and other senior lecturers. Good interpersonal skills, flexibility and the ability to work independently are important qualities in the appointment. The ability to interact with the surrounding community and to inform about research, as well as to develop national and international contacts and networks is important for holding the position.
Eligibility
Qualified to be employed as senior lecturer are those who:
- A doctoral degree or equivalent academic 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):
- Registered nurse, specialist nurse in district nursing or other specialist nurse training
- Clinical professional experience as a nurse and specialist nurse
- Experience in supervising and examining degree projects at undergraduate and graduate level and experience in teaching nursing and medical science
- Ability to teach in Swedish and English
- Administrative skills that are relevant to the subject matter and to the duties of the position
- Ability to obtain external research and development funding
Information to be provided
The position is permanent with a scope of 100% and located in Luleå. Access according to agreement.
For further information, you are welcome to contact:
Head of Department Ulrica Strömbäck, Department of Nursing and Medical Technology, 0920 - 49 25 43,
ulrica.stromback@ltu.se
Subject representative/professor Åsa Engström , Division of Nursing and Medical Technology, 0920-49 38 75, 072-532 23 55,
asa.engstrom@ltu.se
SACO-S Diana Chroneer, (+46)920-49 2037
diana.chroneer@ltu.se
OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, (+46)920-49 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 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.
Application deadline: October 24, 2025
Reference number: LTU-3788-2025