Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of almost SEK 2.1 billion per year. We are currently 1,900 employees and have 18,700 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope that you will help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future. The Department of Systems and Space Engineering is in an expansive phase and is implementing an initiative to strengthen research and education in cybersecurity by establishing a new research group in the field. The initiative is directly related to the university's successful computer science environment with several strong research groups that offer good synergy opportunities. Subject description Cybersecurity focuses on technical security aspects and protection of systems connected to the internet and includes protection of software, data and hardware. Duties and responsibilities The Associate Senior Lecturer will mainly be involved in research in external research projects and in postgraduate education as an assistant supervisor, and will to a lesser extent also be involved in the university's education and pedagogical development work. Areas in which the Associate Senior Lecturer is expected to work include applications of the blockchain, access control, smart contracts and digital twins. Eligibility To qualify for the position of Associate Senior Lecturer, the applicant must - hold a doctoral degree, or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree. Priority should be given to those who have completed a doctoral degree within five years of the application deadline. However, those who have completed a doctoral degree or have achieved equivalent competence earlier may also be considered if there are special reasons. Special reasons are defined as leave due to illness, parental leave or other similar circumstances. Assessment criteria The following assessment criteria apply to the post: - scientific excellence - other assessment criteria Other assessment criteria (in descending order): - scientific publication after doctoral degree - the degree of competence required for admission - ability to supervise doctoral students - ability to attract external funding - ability to plan, manage and conduct research - ability to interact with external parties in the context of research projects - ability to interact with the surrounding society - ability to inform about research and development work - ability to teach on a sound pedagogical basis - ability to teach in Swedish and/or English Period of employment The period of employment for this position is four years. Examination for senior lecturer The purpose of the employment is to give the teacher the opportunity to develop his/her independence as a researcher and to gain merit both scientifically and pedagogically in order to meet the requirements for eligibility for employment as a senior lecturer. An Associate Senior Lecturer shall, upon application, be promoted to Senior Lecturer and an appointment until further notice if he/she is qualified for an appointment as Senior Lecturer, and is assessed as suitable for such an appointment according to the assessment criteria stated above. In the assessment, the associate senior lecturer is required to have completed higher education pedagogy training equivalent to 7.5 credits and supervisor training equivalent to 3 weeks, or otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge. During the period of employment, the associate senior lecturer must also have contributed independently, to a considerable extent and with high quality, to the university's research and demonstrated good teaching skills. Information about the position Location in Skellefteå. For further information, please contact the Head of Subject Karl Andersson karl.andersson@ltu.se Trade union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, (+46)920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se Security clearance may be required for this position. How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach the application documents requested, including diplomas (certified and translated into Swedish or English), pedagogical self-reflection and publications, etc. Follow the link Instructions for applicants for complete instructions. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the degree certificate must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: April 22, 2025 Reference number: 1434-2025