Associate senior lecturer in Environmental Sciences
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The Department of Biology and Environmental Science is part of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Linnaeus University. It is a research-intensive department with a strong concentration of senior academic expertise and a substantial portfolio of externally funded research, with close integration between research and education at all levels. The department hosts two internationally recognised research excellence environments: EEMiS (Ecology and Evolution in Microbial Model Systems) and CENWIN (Centre for the Environment), which together represent internationally leading environments in ecology and environmental science. In addition, the department conducts research and education in animal welfare and science education.
Subject area for the position: Environmental Science
Location until further notice: Kalmar, Sweden. Since Linnaeus University is located in both Växjö and Kalmar, travel between the two may be required.
Employment type: Full-time position for 4 years.
Start date: To be agreed
According to the Higher Education Ordinance (Chapter 4, Section 12c), an assistant professor shall, upon application, be promoted to associate professor if they are both qualified for employment as an associate professor and, upon assessment, are deemed suitable for such a position based on the selection criteria applicable to the appointment. Such a promotion entails a permanent position as an associate professor. The application and assessment for promotion to associate professor must take place within the period of employment as an assistant professor.
Job Description
The Department of Biology and Environmental Science at Linnaeus University is seeking an Associate Senior Lecturer in Environmental Science. We are looking for a candidate who can complement our existing research and teaching in environmental science and contribute to the long-term strategic development of the department.
Current research in environmental science at the department is primarily conducted within the Linnaeus University Centre for the Environment (CENWIN). Research within CENWIN is strongly connected to geochemical and microbiological research questions, with a focus on the occurrence, transport and transformation of potentially harmful substances in natural systems, including their geochemical behaviour and links to both natural and anthropogenic sources. It also encompasses environmental risk analyses, particularly in relation to contaminated sites. In addition, environmental science research and teaching at the department include broader perspectives such as industrial ecology, climate change, environmental technology, circular economy and environmental behaviour.
The department offers a Bachelor’s programme in Environmental Science, which prepares students for professional roles requiring broad environmental competence grounded in natural sciences, such as environmental inspectors, consultants, coordinators and strategists. The programme includes courses in geology, environmental chemistry, ecology, climate change, ecotoxicology, environmental law, sustainable development and circular economy, environmental management systems, and life cycle assessment. In addition, we offer a one-year Master’s programme in Environmental Risk Assessment with a focus on contaminated sites, as well as a two-year Master’s programme in Environmental Science that is closely integrated with the research profile of CENWIN.
We expect the successful candidate to establish and lead independent research in environmental science, preferably with links to one or more of the areas outlined above, and to actively seek synergies with existing research environments within the department and across the university. At least 50% of the position will be allocated to research activities. The appointment will also include teaching within our environmental science programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, delivered through both campus-based and online formats. Additional responsibilities include the supervision of students, course development, and active participation in the wider activities of the department
Qualifications
Eligibility for appointment as associate senior lecturer requires a doctoral degree and an established research profile in environmental science or in closely related fields considered relevant to the focus of the position (with the exception of geochemistry and microbiology). To be eligible, applicants must have been awarded their doctoral degree no more than seven years prior to the application deadline. Periods of absence due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, or other comparable reasons shall not be included in the calculation of the seven-year period.
Eligibility For This Position Also Requires
In addition to the formal requirements described above, other assessment criteria include:
is placed on the applicant's potential for a successful career as an academic teacher
and researcher, as well as the ability to create sustainable work relationships and
collaboration. Strong emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.
When recruiting new academic staff, the university shall select the applicants who, following an overall qualitative assessment of their qualifications and competence, are deemed to have the best potential to carry out and develop the relevant duties and to contribute to the successful development of the university's operations.
After four years of employment as an Assistant Professor, the following assessment criteria will be applied when considering promotion to Associate Professor.
In the assessment of research competence, particular emphasis will be placed on the independence, scope, and quality of the candidate’s research. Teaching competence must have been demonstrated through teaching activities and includes the development, planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching, as well as supervision and examination. Teaching competence should demonstrate a reflective approach to student learning and to the candidate’s own role as a teacher.
The overall assessment criterion is that the candidate demonstrates strong development during the period of employment as an Assistant Professor, both in their ability to conduct independent research and in their teaching competence. The assessment of this development will be based, among other factors, on the description of the planned research activities and research ambitions submitted by the candidate upon appointment.
In Addition, The Assessment Will Be Based On
Head of department: Anna Augustsson (anna.augustsson@lnu.se), +46-(0) 480-446220
HR-partner: Marianne Palmér (marianne.palmer@lnu.se), +46 (0) 480-447303
Would you like to know more about the faculty of Health and Life science? Learn more at: https://lnu.se/mot-linneuniversitetet/Organisation/fakulteten-for-halso--och-
livsvetenskap/
Welcome with your application no later than August 9th, 2026.
Note: Use the application template provided in the document Supplementary Guidelines. The application must be written in English.
Linnaeus University has the ambition to utilize the qualities that an even gender distribution and diversity brings to the organization.
Please apply by clicking on the Apply button at the bottom of the ad. Your application should be designed according to the Template for application which can be found in the Guide to Appointment procedures under important documents below the ad. The credentials you invoke must be verified with certification and they must be attached digitally in your application. Other documents, including various types of scientific works, must be submitted digitally along with the application. The application and other documents to be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 23.59 (Local time in Sweden) on the closing day.
Linnaeus University is an employer that meets the requirements of the European Charter for Researchers and follows the recruitment guidelines. Therefore, the university has received the HR Excellence in Research award.
Change starts here!
The Department of Biology and Environmental Science is part of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Linnaeus University. It is a research-intensive department with a strong concentration of senior academic expertise and a substantial portfolio of externally funded research, with close integration between research and education at all levels. The department hosts two internationally recognised research excellence environments: EEMiS (Ecology and Evolution in Microbial Model Systems) and CENWIN (Centre for the Environment), which together represent internationally leading environments in ecology and environmental science. In addition, the department conducts research and education in animal welfare and science education.
Subject area for the position: Environmental Science
Location until further notice: Kalmar, Sweden. Since Linnaeus University is located in both Växjö and Kalmar, travel between the two may be required.
Employment type: Full-time position for 4 years.
Start date: To be agreed
According to the Higher Education Ordinance (Chapter 4, Section 12c), an assistant professor shall, upon application, be promoted to associate professor if they are both qualified for employment as an associate professor and, upon assessment, are deemed suitable for such a position based on the selection criteria applicable to the appointment. Such a promotion entails a permanent position as an associate professor. The application and assessment for promotion to associate professor must take place within the period of employment as an assistant professor.
Job Description
The Department of Biology and Environmental Science at Linnaeus University is seeking an Associate Senior Lecturer in Environmental Science. We are looking for a candidate who can complement our existing research and teaching in environmental science and contribute to the long-term strategic development of the department.
Current research in environmental science at the department is primarily conducted within the Linnaeus University Centre for the Environment (CENWIN). Research within CENWIN is strongly connected to geochemical and microbiological research questions, with a focus on the occurrence, transport and transformation of potentially harmful substances in natural systems, including their geochemical behaviour and links to both natural and anthropogenic sources. It also encompasses environmental risk analyses, particularly in relation to contaminated sites. In addition, environmental science research and teaching at the department include broader perspectives such as industrial ecology, climate change, environmental technology, circular economy and environmental behaviour.
The department offers a Bachelor’s programme in Environmental Science, which prepares students for professional roles requiring broad environmental competence grounded in natural sciences, such as environmental inspectors, consultants, coordinators and strategists. The programme includes courses in geology, environmental chemistry, ecology, climate change, ecotoxicology, environmental law, sustainable development and circular economy, environmental management systems, and life cycle assessment. In addition, we offer a one-year Master’s programme in Environmental Risk Assessment with a focus on contaminated sites, as well as a two-year Master’s programme in Environmental Science that is closely integrated with the research profile of CENWIN.
We expect the successful candidate to establish and lead independent research in environmental science, preferably with links to one or more of the areas outlined above, and to actively seek synergies with existing research environments within the department and across the university. At least 50% of the position will be allocated to research activities. The appointment will also include teaching within our environmental science programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, delivered through both campus-based and online formats. Additional responsibilities include the supervision of students, course development, and active participation in the wider activities of the department
Qualifications
Eligibility for appointment as associate senior lecturer requires a doctoral degree and an established research profile in environmental science or in closely related fields considered relevant to the focus of the position (with the exception of geochemistry and microbiology). To be eligible, applicants must have been awarded their doctoral degree no more than seven years prior to the application deadline. Periods of absence due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, or other comparable reasons shall not be included in the calculation of the seven-year period.
Eligibility For This Position Also Requires
- an active and independent research profile in environmental science;
- a documented ability to receive external funding in competition:
- a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals relevant to the position profile;
- documented pedagogical skills and experience in teaching and supervising students in higher education, preferably across undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels;
- demonstrated ability to collaborate within research teams and with external research partners
In addition to the formal requirements described above, other assessment criteria include:
- documented ability to develop courses at the university level,
- ability, or willingness to learn, to teach in Swedish,
- documented experience of digital teaching and learning platforms,
is placed on the applicant's potential for a successful career as an academic teacher
and researcher, as well as the ability to create sustainable work relationships and
collaboration. Strong emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.
When recruiting new academic staff, the university shall select the applicants who, following an overall qualitative assessment of their qualifications and competence, are deemed to have the best potential to carry out and develop the relevant duties and to contribute to the successful development of the university's operations.
After four years of employment as an Assistant Professor, the following assessment criteria will be applied when considering promotion to Associate Professor.
In the assessment of research competence, particular emphasis will be placed on the independence, scope, and quality of the candidate’s research. Teaching competence must have been demonstrated through teaching activities and includes the development, planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching, as well as supervision and examination. Teaching competence should demonstrate a reflective approach to student learning and to the candidate’s own role as a teacher.
The overall assessment criterion is that the candidate demonstrates strong development during the period of employment as an Assistant Professor, both in their ability to conduct independent research and in their teaching competence. The assessment of this development will be based, among other factors, on the description of the planned research activities and research ambitions submitted by the candidate upon appointment.
In Addition, The Assessment Will Be Based On
- Demonstrated ability to independently plan and conduct research projects, secure research funding, and publish scientific research.
- Formal pedagogical qualifications, including training in higher education teaching and doctoral supervision.
- Teaching qualifications demonstrated through teaching experience, course development, pedagogical development at undergraduate and graduate levels, and responsibility for courses or substantial components of courses.
- Ability to collaborate with other researchers and/or experts in related disciplines to advance the field of knowledge.
Head of department: Anna Augustsson (anna.augustsson@lnu.se), +46-(0) 480-446220
HR-partner: Marianne Palmér (marianne.palmer@lnu.se), +46 (0) 480-447303
Would you like to know more about the faculty of Health and Life science? Learn more at: https://lnu.se/mot-linneuniversitetet/Organisation/fakulteten-for-halso--och-
livsvetenskap/
Welcome with your application no later than August 9th, 2026.
Note: Use the application template provided in the document Supplementary Guidelines. The application must be written in English.
Linnaeus University has the ambition to utilize the qualities that an even gender distribution and diversity brings to the organization.
Please apply by clicking on the Apply button at the bottom of the ad. Your application should be designed according to the Template for application which can be found in the Guide to Appointment procedures under important documents below the ad. The credentials you invoke must be verified with certification and they must be attached digitally in your application. Other documents, including various types of scientific works, must be submitted digitally along with the application. The application and other documents to be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 23.59 (Local time in Sweden) on the closing day.
Linnaeus University is an employer that meets the requirements of the European Charter for Researchers and follows the recruitment guidelines. Therefore, the university has received the HR Excellence in Research award.