Two Assistant Professor positions in Computational Science at Lund University Lund University in Sweden

Two Assistant Professor positions in Computational Science are open at Lund University, Faculty of Science. The post is especially relevant for researchers working across computational science, biology, data analysis, simulation, modelling, software development, and high-performance computing. The announcement also notes that applicants from all fields of science are welcome, including biology, and encourages candidates to connect their research to existing or developing environments within the Faculty of Science.

The role is a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment under the Lund University Programme for Global Excellence. The employment period is 6 years, after which promotion to senior lecturer may be possible. The position includes support for building a research team, with resources corresponding to one doctoral studentship and one postdoctoral position linked to the appointment. The university also highlights access to teaching development, Swedish language courses, relocation support, and international staff support.

Research expectations are broad but centered on computational science as applied to natural sciences, engineering, or medicine. The successful candidate is expected to build an independent research programme, contribute to computational science at the Faculty of Science, collaborate with relevant research environments, and seek external funding. Teaching duties include undergraduate and advanced-level teaching, supervision of Master’s theses and PhD students, and participation in doctoral education such as the COMPUTE research school.

Eligibility highlights include a doctoral degree or equivalent research expertise in computational science, preferably within the last 7 years, strong publication record, a research plan for an innovative project, postdoctoral experience outside the PhD institution, experience in computationally intensive collaboration, teaching ability, supervision experience, leadership potential, excellent English, and motivation to learn Swedish. The post also mentions that special circumstances such as parental leave, military service, or illness may justify an earlier PhD date.

Deadline: 25 May 2026.

How to apply: Submit the application through the Lund University Varbi portal. Include the research plan and all required supporting documents. If relevant, provide documentation for special circumstances affecting the PhD date. Candidates are encouraged to contact relevant research environments within the Faculty of Science before applying.