Umeå University, Faculty of Social Sciences

Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.

The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.

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The Department of Geography seeks applications for 2 to 4 postdoc positions in human geography. The department has a broad research profile, both with regards to theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches. Examples of research themes are labour supply, tourism, regional development, interregional migration, international migration, second homes, rural conditions, urban dynamics and adaptation to climate change.

The project and duties

Your work as a postdoc consists of qualified research in within human geography that can contribute to the development of existing research themes at the department (read more about our researchers and ongoing projects here https://www.umu.se/en/department-of-geography/research/). The research should relate to sustainable development, and preferably to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, for example “Sustainable economic growth”, “Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, and resilient “, or “Sustainable tourism” (read more here https://sdgs.un.org/goals).

About employment

The employment contract starts in September 2021, for the duration of two years full time (up to 20 % could be devoted to departmental duties like teaching). The postdoctoral research fellow will be expected to be active in department research environment and participate in departmental activities.

Requirements

In order to be qualified for the position, the person must have achieved a doctoral degree in geography with a focus on human geography or equivalent. The main assessment criteria for the appointment are documented research skills and academic track record. Priority should be given to candidates who have completed their doctoral degree no more than three years before the closing date of the application. A candidate who has completed their degree prior to this time period may be taken into consideration if special circumstances exist. Postdoctoral students who will teach or supervise should have relevant education.

We also want you to be flexible in your work; you should take initiative and be able to work independently. We want you to take full responsibility for the task at hand. The work also requires you to collaborate with others within and outside Umeå University.

 

Application

Applications are accepted via system Varbi. The application should contain:

- a complete CV, including full publication list

- a research plan describing the applicant's research interests in relation to the position (max. 3 pages)

- the applicant's three most representative publications

 

Information

For further information on the job position, contact the Head of department Emma Lundholm,  (emma.lundholm@umu.se). Umeå University wants to offer an equal environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity and development. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current employment. We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising help.

Institutionen för geografi

Department of Geography has around 40 employees and is part of the Social Science Faculty. For more information about the department, please visit: https://www.umu.se/en/department-of-geography/

 

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Full time
Number of positions 4
Full-time equivalent 100%
City Umeå
County Västerbottens län
Country Sweden
Reference number AN 2.2.1-155-21
Contact
  • Emma Lundholm, 090-786 71 72
  • Rikard Eriksson, 090-786 74 16
Union representative
  • SACO, 090-786 53 65
  • SEKO, 090-786 52 96
  • ST, 090-786 54 31
Published 04.Feb.2021
Last application date 31.Mar.2021 11:59 PM CEST

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