Senior Lecturer in Computer Engineering

University of Gothenburg

Reference number: PAR 2026/83
Host Institution: University of Gothenburg, Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Application Deadline: 31-05-2026
Employment Start Date: 01-11-2026 (or as agreed)
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time (100%)
Number of Positions: 1–2

About the Position

The department is offering 1–2 Senior Lecturer positions with a focus on teaching and pedagogical development, with opportunities for research (25–50% depending on interest and funding).

The main teaching areas include:

  • Introduction to computer systems

  • Machine-oriented programming

  • Computer system design

  • Projects in computer engineering

Research opportunities are available in topics related to your teaching area, in collaboration with strong research teams. Collaboration with industry and the wider society is encouraged.

Eligibility

Candidates must:

  • Hold a doctoral degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent field or have equivalent scientific competence relevant to the subject

  • Demonstrate teaching proficiency in computer engineering

  • Be very comfortable with English; proficiency in Swedish is considered meritorious

  • Industrial experience and pedagogical training (≥15 credits or equivalent) are a merit

Security clearance may be required.

Assessment Criteria

Applications will be assessed based on:

  • Pedagogical qualifications: documented teaching experience, course and program development, supervision

  • Scientific qualifications: publications, research potential, international collaboration, ability to obtain funding

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Leadership, administrative, and cooperation skills

Employment Terms

  • Permanent full-time position (100%)

  • Teaching is conducted in Swedish and English

  • Swedish language courses provided for international staff

  • Relocation support available for international applicants

Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

  • Resume/CV

  • Degrees, diplomas, and certificates

  • Letter of intent (max 1 A4 page)

  • Scientific merits (max 5 papers, with statement of contributions)

  • Educational credentials (max 5 teaching materials, reflection, course evaluations)

  • Summary of leadership and cooperation merits

  • References

Deadline: 31-05-2026
Submission: Online via the University recruitment system; non-digital publications must arrive by the same date

Contacts

This role is ideal for candidates with strong teaching experience in computer systems engineering and an interest in research and pedagogical development, offering a permanent, full-time academic career in Gothenburg.

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