University Lecturer in Building Materials

Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth 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 societal 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 nearly 2.1 billion SEK per year. We currently have 1,900 employees and 18,700 students.

In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in large projects aimed at creating a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly relevant research projects and the societal transformation that follows. We have a wide range of educational programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope that you want to help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering at Luleå University of Technology is seeking a university lecturer with expertise in research on cement-based materials, including self-healing and nuclear shielding concrete, bio-based cement-based materials, and 3D concrete printing, as well as teaching concrete and construction material properties including building physics aspects. This recruitment aims to strengthen our academic programs and research initiatives. Applications are invited from academics who are committed to promoting excellence in both teaching and research.

Subject Description

Building materials include sustainable construction materials and their application, recycling, and reuse, as well as applied building physics, with a particular focus on Arctic conditions.

Responsibilities

Supervision and co-supervision of master's students and doctoral candidates, research, teaching, and applying for funding for research projects.

Eligibility

To meet the eligibility requirements for the position of university lecturer, the applicant must:

• Have a PhD or equivalent scientific competence or other professional skills that are relevant to the position.
• Demonstrate pedagogical skills through proven experience, pedagogical skill, and pedagogical development.
• Have completed higher education pedagogical training of at least 7.5 higher education credits or otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge.

Assessment Criteria

The following assessment criteria apply for this position:

• Scientific competence
• Pedagogical competence
• Other assessment criteria.

Other assessment criteria: weighted equally

• You must have a PhD in building materials.
• Experience with biomass-based cement materials and knowledge of 3D concrete printing is also a requirement. Additionally, knowledge of image analysis and material characterization using advanced experimental methods is meritorious.
• Knowledge of digital teaching tools is a requirement, along with demonstrable expertise in designing and delivering practical laboratory activities in concrete.
• You should have experience in developing methods and tools for analyzing multifunctional concrete properties, including self-healing, electrical conductivity, and electromagnetic/nuclear shielding.
• You should have experience teaching building materials, with an emphasis on building physics aspects such as heat and moisture transfer.
• You must demonstrate a documented track record in securing research funding from Swedish funding agencies, organizing academic conferences and workshops with various stakeholders, and disseminating scientific results through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, social media, and websites.

Information

The position is a permanent full-time appointment based in Luleå. Start date by agreement.

For inquiries about the position, please contact: Professor and Subject Representative Andrzej Cwirzen, 0920-49 3387 andrzej.swirzen@ltu.se

Union representatives:

SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se
OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se

Application

We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking the application button below and attaching the requested application documents including degree certificates (certified and translated into Swedish or English), pedagogical self-reflection, and publications, etc. We prefer that applicants follow the Instructions for Applicants. Please note that the applicant's educational qualifications must be specifically documented. Mark your application with the reference number below. Your application, including degree certificates, should be written in English or Swedish.

Application deadline: April 30, 2025
Reference number: 1481-2025