The Department of Civil Engineering and Natural Resources (SBN) at Luleå University of Technology is seeking a university lecturer driven by a desire to deepen their expertise in advanced environmental technologies, with a particular focus on the remediation of soil and waste contaminated with persistent pollutants such as PFAS, PAHs, antibiotics, and pesticides. The position is intended to strengthen ongoing research within the Waste Technology research group, focusing on waste management, circular material flows, waste detoxification, and environmental remediation—all key areas for driving progress toward a sustainable and environmentally responsible society. The associate professor will contribute to the development of research and education by studying and developing advanced treatment methods as well as integrated treatment chains for waste, contaminated soils, and groundwater.
This recruitment aligns with the university’s vision to establish itself among the leaders in environmental engineering and to build strong international research collaborations by leveraging a unique research and education environment.
Subject Description
Waste engineering encompasses all stages of society’s waste management—generation, collection, treatment, and disposal of waste, including recovery and recycling. The research aims to develop tools and methods for sustainable waste management.
Job Responsibilities
A senior lecturer will primarily be engaged in research and teaching. You will lead research projects and supervise students and doctoral candidates. Your duties will also include teaching and pedagogical development work, as well as writing and submitting new project proposals for external funding. You are expected to co-author scientific articles for publication in international peer-reviewed journals and to present research findings at national and international conferences. You are also expected to contribute to the research environment at the department by participating in meetings, events, and collaborative efforts.
Qualifications
To be eligible for appointment as a university lecturer, the candidate must:
- holds a Ph.D. in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field, or holds a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a Ph.D.
- Has demonstrated pedagogical competence through reflective experience, teaching skills, and teaching development.
- Have completed higher education pedagogy training equivalent to 7.5 credit points or have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge
Evaluation Criteria
The following evaluation criteria apply to this position:
- scientific competence
- pedagogical competence
- other evaluation criteria
Other evaluation criteria applicable to this recruitment (listed in descending order):
- experience with sample preparation and analytical methods for analyzing contaminants of growing concern (e.g., PFAS, pharmaceuticals) in soil, waste, and water
- experience in the development and/or application of advanced degradation techniques for contaminants of growing importance, such as electrochemical oxidation, sonolysis, and plasma-based techniques
- ability to secure external research and development funding
- ability to teach in Swedish and/or English
- ability to communicate research and development work orally and in writing
- ability to collaborate with the surrounding community and relevant stakeholders.
Information
This is a full-time, permanent position based at Luleå University of Technology.
For further information, please contact Prof. Jurate Kumpiene, +46 920-49 3020, mailto:jurate.kumpiene@ltu.se
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Application
We prefer that you apply for the position using the application button below, where you can attach the required application documents, including degree certificates (certified and translated into Swedish or English), a pedagogical self-reflection, and publications, etc. Follow the link https://www.ltu.se/download/18.4857b8d018b84b04208893d/1698827835983/INSTRUCTIONS%20FOR%20APPLICANTS%20SVe.pdf for complete instructions. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the diploma must be written in Swedish or English.
Application deadline: November 30, 2026
Reference number: 5652-2026