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 looking for two committed senior lecturers in occupational therapy who want to be involved in educating the occupational therapists of the future, running research projects and contributing to the development of the subject in close collaboration with society. With us, you work in a stimulating academic environment where development, collaboration and social benefit are at the center. Subject description Occupational therapy encompasses knowledge of people's daily activities in relation to development, participation and health. The subject studies how factors related to the individual in interaction with factors in the environment affect individuals', groups' and populations' opportunities to be engaged in daily activities and their importance for health and ill health. It also includes knowledge of how activities can be used therapeutically to promote health and development and prevent ill health. Duties and responsibilities The position as Senior Lecturer includes, together with other PhDs in the subject of occupational therapy, responsibility for the development of the subject of occupational therapy at undergraduate, advanced and doctoral level. The position as Senior Lecturer in occupational therapy also includes course responsibility, teaching, seminar activities, supervision and examinations at undergraduate and advanced level in the subject and related subjects. In addition, supervision of doctoral students, participation in research applications, building research networks and conducting own research. The position also includes active participation in collaboration with the surrounding society. Eligibility Qualified to be employed as a senior lecturer in occupational therapy are those who: - holds a doctoral degree or has equivalent scientific competence - Have completed an occupational therapy degree and are a licensed occupational therapist - Demonstrated pedagogical skills - 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): - degree of competence required for eligibility - administrative skills that are relevant to the subject matter and the duties of the post - ability to interact with the surrounding community - ability to obtain external research and development funding - ability to provide information on research and development work - ability to teach in Swedish and/or English - ability to conduct distance teaching and develop distance pedagogy - knowledge of motivational interviewing Personal qualities or personal suitability relevant to the position, such as good collaboration skills, a structured and responsible approach and an interest in educational development, are important to successfully contribute to teaching, research and collaboration in occupational therapy. Information about the position The position is permanent and located in Luleå. Access according to agreement. For further information, please contact Head of Department Katarina Mikaelsson, 0920-493823, katarina.mikaelsson@ltu.se. You are also welcome to familiarize yourself with the subject's teaching and research, Occupational Therapy | Luleå University of Technology where you will find links for more detailed presentations of education and research. Union representative: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se and OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 172 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 copies of verified diplomas. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the diplomas must be written in Swedish or English. Reference number: 2250-2025 Deadline for applications: June 11, 2025