Stockholm University is one of Scandinavia’s leading public universities, combining academic excellence with a strong commitment to openness, sustainability, and societal impact. Founded in 1878 and located in the heart of Sweden’s capital, the University offers a vibrant, international working environment where research, education, and collaboration thrive side by side.

With more than 30,000 students, around 1,300 doctoral candidates, and approximately 5,400 employees, Stockholm University is one of the largest academic employers in Sweden. Its breadth across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and law creates a uniquely interdisciplinary culture, enabling staff to engage with complex global challenges from multiple perspectives.

Research at Stockholm University enjoys a strong international reputation. The University is consistently ranked among the world’s top universities and is particularly recognised for excellence in areas such as environmental sciences, social policy, geography, and sustainability research. Academic staff benefit from close links between research and teaching, extensive international collaborations, and an environment that encourages curiosity, innovation, and academic freedom.

As an employer, Stockholm University places people at the centre. It promotes an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace, where equality, collaboration, and professional integrity are core values. Employees are encouraged to develop their careers through continuous learning, international mobility, and participation in cutting-edge research and educational initiatives. Leadership and work-environment development are actively supported, ensuring a culture of trust, transparency, and shared responsibility.

The University’s main campus is located in the Royal National City Park, offering a rare combination of natural surroundings and urban accessibility. Just minutes from central Stockholm, employees enjoy a workplace set among forests, lakes, and historic buildings, while benefiting from all the opportunities of a dynamic, innovative, and highly international city.

Working at Stockholm University means contributing to knowledge that matters — advancing science, educating future generations, and helping to shape a more sustainable and equitable society. It is a place where academic ambition meets social responsibility, and where people are empowered to make a meaningful difference.