Associate professor in Computational Mathematics (temporary position)
With its long tradition of excellent research, the Department of Mathematics at Stockholm University has a prominent place in Scandinavian mathematics. The department consists of three divisions: mathematics, mathematical statistics and computational mathematics. The Division of Computational Mathematics has six permanently employed researchers and lecturers. Research is conducted in several areas, mainly machine learning, computational biology, numerical methods, climate modeling, and proof assistants. For more information about us, please visit: Department of Mathematics
Subject/subject description
Computational mathematics, computer science
Main responsibilities
The position involves research, teaching, and supervision at the undergraduate and advanced (master’s) levels, in particular teaching in introductory programming and computer science.
Qualification requirements
In order to qualify for the position as associate professor, the applicant must have demonstrated teaching skills and have a doctoral degree or equivalent expertise. All teaching positions at Stockholm University require the ability to collaborate and the general ability and suitability to perform one’s duties.
Assessment criteria
In the appointment process, special and equal attention will be given to research skills and teaching skills. In addition, attention is given to administrative skills and the ability to interact with the surrounding community. It is a merit to have completed at least 15 higher education credits in teaching and learning in higher education or to have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge. In the case of otherwise equal qualifications, the following criteria will be used to distinguish between candidates: the ability to teach courses in Swedish.
About the employment
This position (in Swedish, “universitetslektor”) is full-time, fixed-term employment until 2027-08-16. Start date by agreement.
We offer
Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.
Contact
Further information about the position can be obtained from the Head of the Computational Mathematics, Lars Arvestad, tfn +46 8 164629, arve@math.su.se. For questions regarding the application process, please contact administrator Rahwa Ghebresellase, tfn +46 8 162127, rahwa.ghebresellase@su.se.
Application
Apply for the position at Stockholm University’s recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the University’s instructions, and that it is submitted before the deadline. 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.
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Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Full time
Salary Individual lönesättning
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100 %
City Stockholm
County Stockholms län
Country Sweden
Reference number SU FV-1171-26
Union representative Saco-S, 08162000, saco@saco.su.se
ST/OFR, 08162000, st@st.su.se
Seko, 0770457900, sekodirekt@seko.se
Published 17.Mar.2026
Last application date 17.May.2026
