University of Borås is looking for a researcher in lighting science

The University of Borås offers more than just a job – here you can influence and contribute to development. We want you to feel good both at work and outside of it. Therefore, we offer, among other things, a generous vacation agreement, good conditions for parental leave, and annual working hours that give you the flexibility to plan your working time. We also provide good opportunities for development – with research time and clear career paths within academia, you can grow in your professional role and shape your future with us. Our central location provides proximity to the city's offerings and good commuting options.

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Your responsibilities

In the role of researcher, you will lead the research project “Establishment support for newly graduated researchers: Inclusive public spaces after dark – on the relationship between perceived visual accessibility, inclusion, social interaction, and belonging (FO/2025/231)”. The position also includes conducting externally funded projects, applying for external funding, and co-supervising doctoral students. Institutional duties may occur as needed.

Your qualifications

To be considered for the position, you need to have a PhD in lighting science, or in environmental psychology with a focus on lighting, light design, lighting science, or a related field. You have solid knowledge of both light design and landscape architecture and are accustomed to working with both quantitative and qualitative research methods. You have knowledge and skills in collecting empirical data through visual observations and experience in writing scientific articles. You also have experience in applying for research funding and can communicate fluently in both spoken and written Swedish and English. The role requires you to work independently and have good collaboration skills with both internal and external partners. Employment is subject to the applicant having full external funding.

Your employment

Permanent full-time employment. A six-month probationary period may apply.
Start date: March 1, 2026.
Location: Borås
Reference number: PA2026/17

How to apply

Welcome with your complete application including the reference number and attachments via our recruitment system by February 13.

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The University of Borås encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives as this enriches and strengthens our operations. We strive for a balanced gender distribution among employees and value diversity in our work.

Want to know more?

The University of Borås is a government authority, which means you receive special benefits, generous vacation, and a favorable occupational pension.

Employee benefits

Work with us

Contact the persons below if you want to know more about your new job:

Kimmo Kurkinen, recruiting manager.
Agnes Nagy, research group leader.
Union representative for Saco-S is Sunil Kumar who can be reached via the university's switchboard at 033-435 40 00. Union representative for OFR/S can be reached at [email protected].

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