Senior Lecturer in Physics

Institution: University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska Academy, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Department of Medical Radiation Sciences
Reference Number: PAR 2026/107
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
Start Date: As agreed
Employment: Full-time, fixed-term 5 years (qualifying/career-development position)

Overview

The University of Gothenburg invites applications for an Associate Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Medical Radiation Physics (Medical Physics). The role is a career-development position intended to provide independence in research and teaching, with opportunities to build qualifications for promotion to Senior Lecturer.

The department conducts research and education in fundamental radiation physics and medical applications of radiation, including nuclear medicine, radiology (X-ray, CT, MRI), radiation therapy, radiochemistry, environmental radiology, and radiation protection.

Duties

• Conduct research in medical radiation physics (≥50% of working hours).

• Apply for external funding to establish an independent research program.

• Develop national and international collaborations.

• Teach and administer courses primarily within the Medical Physics program at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels.

• Supervise students and doctoral candidates.

• Complete higher education pedagogical training within one year if not already qualified.

• Develop proficiency in Swedish (B2 level) prior to promotion.

Eligibility

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in medical radiation physics or equivalent expertise.

• Degree in medical physics or equivalent.

• Ability to teach in English.

• Primary consideration given to candidates with PhD or equivalent within 7 years of the application deadline; exceptions may be made for parental leave, sick leave, or similar circumstances.

Merits:

• Postdoctoral experience outside the PhD institution is advantageous.

Assessment Criteria

1. Scientific skills – Ability to conduct research, peer-reviewed publications, and success in obtaining research funding.

2. Pedagogical skills – Ability to teach and supervise at all levels; documented teaching competence.

3. Administrative and collaboration skills – Leadership, teamwork, and engagement with the academic community and society.

Application Documents

Applications must be submitted via the University of Gothenburg recruitment portal and include:

• PhD degree

• Degree in medical physics (or equivalent)

• Research plan/programme

• Up to 10 selected scientific publications (full text)

• Certificates/proof of qualifications

• Applications should be written in English

Deadline: March 16, 2026

Mailing Address for Hard Copies (if needed):

Contact Information

• Head of Section: Eva Forssell-Aronsson, Professor, +46 703-722626, eva.forssell_aronsson@radfys.gu.se

• Head of Department: Jovanna Dahlgren, Professor, +46 766-186737, jovanna.dahlgren@gu.se

Unions: Link

Additional Information for International Applicants

• Relocation support and tax consultation provided.

• Swedish language courses provided and mandatory if needed.

• Individualized salaries.

• High quality of life and supportive research environment in Gothenburg.

In your application, please refer to Professorpositions.com