Vacant job

The Department of Criminology is seeking a research assistant for a project on the use of knowledge in criminal policy in Sweden during the years 1853–2024.

The purpose of the project is, first, to analyze the knowledge claims that our national politicians have presented when commenting on criminal policy issues, how and whether this has changed over time, and, second, to thereby contribute a historical perspective to today's criminal policy.

More information about the project can be found at www.su.se/forskning/forskningsprojekt/den-svenska-kriminalpolitikens-kunskapsbruk-1853-2024 (https://www.su.se/forskning/forskningsprojekt/den-svenska-kriminalpolitikens-kunskapsbruk-1853-2024).

More information about us can be found at: The Department of Criminology (https://www.su.se/krim).

Job Responsibilities

The tasks consist mainly of inventorying, excerpting, and thematizing relevant historical source material, primarily parliamentary publications from the mid-19th century onwards, as well as some analysis of material from identified knowledge nodes such as the Riksdag's Research Service and the Office of the Parliamentary Ombudsmen.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Criminology. Previous experience in historical criminological investigations and analysis of public prints is desirable.

About the Position

The position is part-time (50%) and fixed-term from 2026-08-17 to 2027-02-16. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting.

We Offer

Here you will experience the dynamics of the interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and enjoy favorable terms. The university is located in the National Urban Park with good connections to the city center.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination, providing equal rights and opportunities for all.

Contact

Further information is provided by Professor Johan Edman, [email protected].

Application

You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring the application is complete and submitted to the university by the final application deadline.

Instructions for applicants can be found on the webpage: applying for a position (https://www.su.se/om-su/att-soka-en-anstallning).

Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of truth.