Vacant job

University of Borås offers more than just a job – here you are part of influencing and contributing to development. We want you to feel good both at and outside of work. Therefore, we offer among other things a generous holiday agreement, good conditions for parental leave, and annualized working hours that give you the flexibility to plan your working time. We also have good opportunities for development – with research time and clear career paths within the academy, you will grow in your professional role and shape your future with us. Our central location provides proximity to the city's offerings and good commuting opportunities.

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Your responsibilities

The responsibilities include teaching, supervision, and examination, as well as course administration within courses and programs at the undergraduate and advanced levels, primarily within health and care administration and public administration. Teaching in other educational programs (including commissioned education) within the Academy of Health and Welfare may occur. Teaching is largely conducted online within the department's educational programs.

The position normally includes time for research and competence development amounting to 20%. The applicant is expected to participate in one or more research groups and thereby actively contribute to the academy's research environment, which also includes research connection to the education provided.

Your qualifications

For the position, a PhD in public administration or another social science subject relevant to public administration is required. Additionally, demonstrated pedagogical skill, ability for clear communication, and good knowledge of Swedish and English in speech and writing are required. Great importance is attached to personal suitability for the position. You must have good collaboration skills, be able to work independently, and have documented administrative skill and leadership ability.

Meritorious:

• Documented experience of research focusing on leadership, governance, and organization within welfare, healthcare, and social care
• Documented experience of participating in research projects

Your employment

Type of employment: Fixed-term contract, until January 31, 2027 at the latest.

Extent: 50 %

Start date: August 1, 2026 or by agreement.

Location: Borås.

Reference number: PA2026/126

How to apply

Welcome to submit your complete application including reference number and attachments via our recruitment system by June 29.

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University of Borås encourages applications from people with varying 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 operations.

Want to know more?

University of Borås is a government agency, which means you receive special benefits, generous holidays, and a favorable occupational pension.

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

Claes Lennartsson (https://www.hb.se/genvagar/kontakt/anstalld/claes-lennartsson/), recruiting manager.

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