Vacant job

The Department of Chemistry is now seeking a Professor in Environmental Chemistry who can bring new expertise, new methods, and new perspectives, and who will complement and strengthen the existing research environment. The appointment as professor is permanent and is to be filled no later than June 2027 (or by agreement). A generous start-up package is included.

Background

Environmental Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry is an internationally recognized research environment with both basic and applied research. Research areas include anthropogenic organic and organometallic pollutants, sustainable chemicals, and techniques to reduce environmental impact. The department has advanced research infrastructure, including state-of-the-art laboratories and mass spectrometry for trace analysis (https://www.umu.se/forskning/infrastruktur/tap/ (https://www.umu.se/forskning/infrastruktur/tap/)). Researchers also have access to analytical platforms at KBC (https://www.umu.se/kemiskt-biologiskt-centrum/ (https://www.umu.se/kemiskt-biologiskt-centrum/)), field resources at the Umeå Marine Research Centre, Krycklan, and CIRC (https://www.arcticcirc.net/ (https://www.arcticcirc.net/)), as well as computing resources via HPC2N (https://www.hpc2n.umu.se (https://www.hpc2n.umu.se)). National infrastructures such as MAX IV, NMR for Life, NAISS, and SITES are easily accessible.

Responsibilities

The professor is expected to lead the department's research in environmental chemistry and conduct cutting-edge environmental chemistry research. Furthermore, the professor is expected to attract research funding for their own research as well as for larger and interdisciplinary projects. The professor is expected to contribute to teaching at various levels, including undergraduate and graduate levels. The professor is expected to develop research and teaching in line with the international development of the field as well as societal needs. Administrative and managerial duties at the department are included in the responsibilities. Knowledge of the Swedish language is not a selection criterion, but the selected candidate is expected, through a university-sponsored course, to learn Swedish within the first three years of employment.

Qualifications

Eligible for appointment as a professor is one who has demonstrated both scientific and pedagogical competence (Chapter 4, Section 3 of the Higher Education Ordinance). Scientific competence refers to independent research efforts, the ability to plan and lead research, and the ability to communicate research to the surrounding society. Pedagogical competence refers to documented experience in planning, conducting, examining, and evaluating teaching, as well as a reflective approach to student learning and one's own role as a teacher.

Applicants must have experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Characterization of pollution sources,
• Transport, fate, and effects of anthropogenic pollutants,
• Environmental analytical chemistry,
• Exposome research, including metabolomics,
• Techniques to reduce environmental pollution.

Very good knowledge of English is required.

Evaluation Criteria and Their Weighting

As evaluation criteria for the appointment of a professor, the degree of such competence that is a requirement for eligibility for appointment shall apply. The assessment of pedagogical competence shall be given equal care as the assessment of scientific competence.

The primary evaluation criterion for the appointment shall be the degree of scientific competence. Secondarily, the degree of pedagogical competence shall be considered. In addition, leadership ability, administrative competence, collaboration with the surrounding society, and other competence of significance with regard to the content of the appointment and the duties included in the appointment shall be considered.

Description of the evaluation criteria and other information can be found in the full advertisement at umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/ (https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/).

Application

When applying via Varbi, we ask you to answer questions. These questions replace a cover letter from you. The application should preferably be written in English. The application shall consist of the following documents:

• CV/Umu Application template. Fill in the application form (word). Enter it as your CV in the e-recruitment system Varbi. The application form must contain:
  • basic information (contact information, merit list)
  • account of scientific activities (including a brief research plan and publication list)
  • account of pedagogical activities
  • account of development and management of activities and personnel
  • account of collaboration with the surrounding society and popular science activities
  • references including contact details
• Copies of relevant degree certificates
• Copies of up to ten research publications relevant to the appointment, numbered in accordance with the publication list
• Attachments to the pedagogical portfolio (see p. 3.5 in "Umu Application template")

Instructions for the formulation of the account of scientific and pedagogical activities (pdf).

You apply via the e-recruitment system Varbi no later than 2026-08-24.

Umeå University aims to offer an equal and equitable environment where open conversations between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current position.

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