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Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked among the world's top universities. There are approximately 47,000 students and more than 8,800 employees in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We unite in our efforts to understand, explain, and improve our world and the conditions of people.

Lund University welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Gender equality, equal opportunities, and diversity are fundamental principles for all parts of our operations.

The Department of Communication is an interdisciplinary, international, and dynamic environment for education and research in media and communication studies, strategic communication, and journalism, with a focus on digital communication technologies.

The department is part of the social sciences faculty, which is highly ranked internationally (46th according to Times Higher Education). We combine theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare students for both professional careers and further academic studies.

The department has close collaboration with the media and communication industry, civil society, and authorities. Our researchers study communication and media environments at all levels and analyze communication practices in organizations, politics, society, and culture. Research and teaching are conducted in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg.

Job Responsibilities

The main task is to engage in your own doctoral education, which includes both your own research and doctoral courses. In addition to doctoral education, participation in teaching and other departmental work (max 20%) may also be included. The employment is limited to 4 years (maximum 5 years after extension with 20% departmental service). Regulations regarding employment as a doctoral student can be found in the Higher Education Ordinance (1998:80).

As a doctoral student, you will be part of a creative and international research environment with seminars, workshops, and conferences, as well as the opportunity to participate in groundbreaking interdisciplinary projects.

More information about the doctoral education can be found on the department's website (https://www.iko.lu.se/forskning/forskarutbildning (https://www.iko.lu.se/forskning/forskarutbildning)).

Eligibility

Basic eligibility for doctoral education is granted to those who have obtained a degree at the advanced level, completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 credits at the advanced level, or in some other way acquired equivalent knowledge within or outside the country.

The doctoral student must, in addition to the general eligibility for doctoral education, have at least 30 higher education credits within the main field of media and communication studies at the advanced level or acquired equivalent knowledge (for example, in strategic communication) within or outside the country.

The doctoral student must also have completed independent work of at least 15 higher education credits at the advanced level.

The applicant must have such knowledge of English that they can benefit from research literature, courses at the doctoral level, and actively participate in seminar activities.

Assessment Criteria

Regulations for employment as a doctoral student can be found in regulation SFS 1998:80. Only those who are admitted to doctoral education may be appointed as holders. When appointing, primary consideration will be given to the degree of ability to benefit from doctoral education. Great importance is placed on the applicant's master's thesis (or equivalent degree project) and the presented dissertation idea. The assessment will also take into account the ability to work independently and in a structured manner, as well as the ability to contribute to good collaboration and a positive research environment in the department.

Application should include

1. CV with certified copies of degree certificates, academic transcripts, and other relevant documents.
2. A copy of the master's thesis and, if applicable, the applicant's other scientific publications (e.g., articles in scientific journals).
3. A personal letter describing the applicant's background, interest in the subject, and intention with the doctoral education.
4. A dissertation sketch where the applicant presents an idea for the dissertation (maximum five pages). If AI has been used for the application, please specify how.
5. Contact information for two referees.

Recruitment Timeline

The application deadline is March 31. Interviews will be conducted online, and the decision on appointment will be announced in June. The employment begins on August 30, 2026.

Conditions

Fixed-term employment for four years according to HF 5 chap. 7 §.

Lund University welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and sees gender equality and diversity as a strength.

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The Faculty of Social Sciences at Lund University is one of the country's leading knowledge centers for research and education in social and behavioral sciences. With operations in both Lund and Helsingborg, over 700 employees, and approximately 5,700 full-year students, the faculty is one of Lund University's largest. We offer a creative academic environment with engaged students and staff. Our main task is to develop, convey, and manage knowledge about society, humans, and organizations in an environment characterized by openness, tolerance, and curiosity.

The Department of Communication offers an international, interdisciplinary, and dynamic environment for education and research in journalism, strategic communication, and media and communication studies. Our programs combine theoretical insights with practical skills to equip students for the job market and further studies. We work closely with the media industry, civil society, businesses, and the public sector to give students and researchers the opportunity to contribute to and benefit from activities outside academia. Our researchers study the development of communication and media landscapes at local, national, and global levels. They critically explore and analyze how communication and digital media technologies affect organizations, politics, society, and culture.

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