University Lecturer in Medical Science

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 from 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 2 billion SEK per year. We currently have 1,500 employees and 17,900 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 both nationally and 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 you want to help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.

Subject Description

Medical science is a broad subject area that includes anatomy, physiology, immunology, microbiology, pharmacology, and pathology. Medical science is part of the educational programs for nursing, radiography, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, health guidance, and all specialist nursing programs. Staff within the subject area of medical science are organizationally placed in the Department of Health, Learning, and Technology and in the Department of Health, Medicine, and Rehabilitation and will also teach in the Department of Nursing and Medical Technology. The Department of Health, Medicine, and Rehabilitation has an established research environment with three research subjects; occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and psychology.

Job Responsibilities

As a university lecturer in medical science, you will teach, supervise, and examine students in medical science. You will be course responsible and examiner at both undergraduate and advanced levels. You will meet students both at the university and via online platforms. As a university lecturer in medical science, you, together with other teachers, are responsible for the development of the subject of medical science at both undergraduate and advanced levels. Other responsibilities include being responsible for and actively participating in collaboration with the surrounding community and disseminating research results to others. You are expected to contribute to the university's development work, help secure external research funding for the subject, and participate in/show interest in management and administrative tasks. Developing national and international contacts and networks is also significant for a university lecturer.

Qualifications

To be eligible for employment as a university lecturer, the following qualifications are required:

• Doctoral degree or equivalent scientific competence or other professional skills that are significant in relation to the position
• Demonstrated pedagogical skill through reflective experience, teaching ability, and teaching development
• Completed higher education pedagogical training equivalent to 7.5 credits or acquired equivalent knowledge in another way

Assessment Criteria

The following assessment criteria apply to the position:

• Scientific competence
• Pedagogical competence
• Other assessment criteria

Other assessment criteria (weighted equally):

• Licensed physician
• Clinical professional experience as a physician
• Experience supervising and examining thesis projects at undergraduate and advanced levels as well as experience teaching in the subject of medical science
• Ability to teach in a Nordic language (Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, and/or English)

We are looking for someone with good collaboration skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently.

Information

The position is a permanent full-time employment starting by agreement. Location: Luleå. For further information, please contact department head Katarina Mikaelsson, Department of Health, Medicine, and Rehabilitation, 0920 – 493823, [email protected]

Union representative:
SACO-S Diana Chroneer 0920-492037, [email protected]
OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-49 1792 [email protected]

Application

We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, attaching the requested application documents, including degree certificates (certified and translated into Swedish or English), pedagogical self-reflection, and publications, etc. Please follow the link Instructions for Applicants for complete instructions. Please label your application with the reference number below. Both the application and degree certificates should be written in Swedish or English.

Reference number: 59-2025
Application deadline: 2025-02-14