Assistant Professor of Environmental ScienceStockholm Ref. No. SU FV-0022-24
at the Department of Environmental Science. Closing date: 3 June 2024. The Department of Environmental Science is one of the largest departments in the Faculty of Science. The department is divided into four units with more than 190 researchers, teachers, doctoral students and technical/administrative staff from over 30 countries. Research and teaching focuses on chemical contaminants, atmospheric science, biogeochemistry and (eco)toxicology. As an employee at the Department of Environmental Science you will be part of a dynamic environment with a strong international profile. Research in the Contaminant Chemistry Unit focuses on the occurrence and behavior of pollutants in the environment and in the technosphere. Areas of particular focus include the discovery of new contaminants, understanding the physical, chemical, and biological pathways that contaminants follow, and the development of novel tools and techniques for sampling and analysis. We strive to synthesize our scientific understanding about the sources, transport, transformation, bioaccumulation and pharmacokinetics of environmental contaminants into mathematical models that inspire new scientific hypotheses, and support environmental decision-making. Subject Subject description Main responsibilities Qualification requirements All teaching positions at Stockholm University require the ability to collaborate and the general ability and suitability to perform one’s duties. Assessment criteria The assessment of research skills will focus primarily on merits within the subject area of the position. Terms of employment For this position, the Assistant Professor is employed until further notice, but no longer than six years. The contract may be extended to a maximum of eight years under special circumstances, such as due to sick leave or parental leave. An Assistant Professor may, on application, be promoted to a permanent position as Associate Professor. Specific criteria for promotion from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor have been established by the Faculty of Science. An application for promotion to Associate Professor should be submitted to the faculty at least nine months before the appointment as Assistant Professor expires. Additional information Contact For questions regarding the application process, please contact administrator Carina Nymark, carina.nymark@su.se. Union representatives Application We would appreciate it if your application is written in English. Since it will be examined by international experts, English is the working language. The University’s rules of employment and instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position. You are welcome to apply! Stockholm University contributes to the development of sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment and the pursuit of truth.
Closing date: 03/06/2024
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