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Funding not stated 15 Nov 2026

Doctoral research: from variability to validation: standardizing multi-omics of oral fluids for reproducible disease signatures

Institutionen för biomedicinsk vetenskap

  • Sweden
  • Chemistry

Malmö University is an innovative, urban, and internationally-oriented academic institution that, thanks to its committed and experienced staff, contributes to societal development. Here, teachers, researchers, and other employees with various competencies work together to conduct high-quality education and research. All professional categories and roles are important. You are welcome to apply for a job with us! Her

Funding not stated 15 Nov 2026

PhD student focusing on Scalable Quantum Program Verification

Uppsala universitet · Uppsala University, Department of Information Technology

  • Uppsala, Sweden
  • Computer science
  • Assistant Professor Ramanathan

Are you interested in working in formal verification and programming language techniques applied to quantum systems, with the support of competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Are you looking for an employer that invests in a sustainable working environment and offers safe, favourable working conditions? We welcome you to apply for a PhD position at the Department of Information Technology, Uppsala University. The Department of Information Technology holds a leading position in both research and education at all levels. We are currently Uppsala University's third la

Funding not stated 15 Nov 2026

Associate senior lecturer in history didactics or civics

Karlstads universitet · The department of Political, Historical, Religious and Cultural Studies

  • Karlstad, Sweden
  • History

Description Karlstad University conducts internationally recognised research in subject-specific education (often reffered to as subject didactics research) of the highest quality. Karlstad University and the research environment Research on Subject-specific Education ( ROSE ) are now announcing four new career-development positions, one of which has a focus on history didactics or civics education. We are seeking internationally recognised researchers with a doctoral degree, and preferably postdoctoral experience, who are interested in contributing to the development of the emerging field of

Fully funded 16 Nov 2026

PhD Student in Landscape Governance and Management

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

  • Uppsala, Sweden
  • Engineering

Department of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management Third-cycle subject area: Landscape architecture Description of the doctoral project: Governance and organisational alignment related to the operation and maintenance (O&M) of urban drainage infrastructures Stormwater transports a wide range of pollutants from urban environments to receiving waters, posing major challenges for the protection of surface waters and coastal ecosystems. Urban drainage infrastructures, such as gully pots and stormwater ponds, play a critical role by retaining sediments and associated contaminants. Howeve

Funding not stated 27 Nov 2026

Senior Lecturer in Crisis preparedness and Civil Defence with a Focus on Social Vulnerability and Critical Perspectives

Lunds universitet · Lund University, LTH,

  • Lund, Sweden
  • Technology

Department of Building and Environmental Technology at LTH, Lund University, is recruiting an Senior Lecturer. The Division of Risk Management and Societal Safety, within the Department of Building and Environmental Technology, conducts research and education in the field of societal risk and crisis management. The focus of both our research and teaching is to develop knowledge of how individuals, organizations, and societies prevent, prepare for, manage, recover from, learn from, and adapt to events that may threaten something of value. We also conduct research aimed at developing methods, pr

Fully funded 30 Nov 2026

PhD position in Experimental Physics with focus on photonics and materials science (applied aspects)

Umeå universitet · Umeå University, Faculty of Science and Technology

  • Umeå, Sweden
  • Physics

The Department of Physics at Umeå University ( https://www.umu.se/en/department-of-physics/ ) conducts strong research in condensed matter physics, nanotechnology, photonics, ultrafast spectroscopy, and theoretical and computational physics. We announce a PhD position within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network SPARK for the doctoral project ‘Spatiotemporal Information Processing’. Last day to apply is November 30, 2026. The earliest starting date is February 2027, or by agreement. Project description The project will develop ultrafast optical logic and memory concepts using spatiotempo

Fully funded 30 Nov 2026

PhD position in Experimental Physics with a focus on photonics and materials science (fundamental aspects)

Umeå universitet · Umeå University, Faculty of Science and Technology

  • Umeå, Sweden
  • Physics

The Department of Physics at Umeå University ( https://www.umu.se/en/department-of-physics/ ) conducts strong research in condensed matter physics, nanotechnology, photonics, ultrafast spectroscopy, and theoretical and computational physics. We announce a PhD position within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network SPARK for the doctoral project ‘Spatiotemporal Hybrid Light–Matter States’. Last day to apply is November 30, 2026. The earliest starting date is February 2027, or by agreement. Project description The project will create spatiotemporal polaritons through ultrafast light–matter i

Fully funded 30 Nov 2026

Doctoral Student in Machine Learning for Quantum Error Correction

Chalmers University of Technology

  • Gothenburg, Sweden
  • Physics
  • Christian Häger

Quantum computers promise capabilities far beyond today's computers, but only if we can reliably protect quantum information from errors. Quantum error correction (QEC) is therefore one of the central challenges on the path toward large-scale quantum computing. In this PhD project, you will investigate how machine learning can enable faster, more scalable QEC decoding . The goal is to develop new learning-based methods that combine strong decoding performance with the very low latency and hardware constraints required in practical quantum systems. The position is part of QuBriC , the first Eur

Funding not stated 1 Dec 2026

Doctoral student in Astronomy and Astrophysics

Lunds universitet · Lund University

  • Lund, Sweden
  • Physics

Description of the workplace The Planet Formation Group at the Department of Physics (Division of Astrophysics) at Lund University is seeking a PhD student to work on models of planet formation on a galactic scale. Research within the division encompasses galaxy formation, galactic dynamics and evolution, star formation and dynamics, stellar evolution, stellar spectroscopy and astrometry, planet formation and dynamics, as well as exoplanet atmospheres. Being a doctoral student As a doctoral student, you are both admitted as a student and employed at Lund University. As a doctoral student, you

Funding not stated 7 Dec 2026

Consultant Gynaecology, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Sweden
  • Medical sciences
  • Vitaly Pryadka

Are you a specialist in gynaecology and obstetrics looking for a new role with flexibility and continuity in patient care? We are currently recruiting for a private outpatient gynaecology clinic located in one of Sweden’s most attractive coastal towns. This is a well-established clinic with a strong reputation and high patient demand. Outpatient gynaecological care Long-term collaboration preferred Modern facilities with short decision paths High autonomy and flexible working conditions The location offers stunning beaches, a lively cultural scene, and proximity to both nature and city life. W

Funding not stated 30 Dec 2026

Specialist/Senior Consultant in Spinal Surgery, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Sweden
  • Medical sciences

We are seeking a specialist or senior consultant in orthopaedics with a focus on spinal surgery for northwestern Skåne. Work by the coast with modern facilities, a research-active environment, and a high quality of life. - Spinal surgery activities in outpatient clinics, surgery, and wards - Workplace primarily in Ängelholm - Voluntary participation in trauma/emergency orthopaedics in Helsingborg (not required) - Significant influence on operations and routines - Active research environment with teaching opportunities Full-time employment No on-call duties within spinal surgery, but voluntary

Fully funded 30 Dec 2026

Specialist in Geriatrics, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Torsby, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

Torsby Hospital is the county's northernmost emergency hospital with 24-hour operations in fresh, modern premises. The hospital is clinic-free and flow-oriented, based on the patient's needs. We work based on the vision "to create a hospital where we ourselves can imagine being patients." Activities are conducted in medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, urology, gynaecology, anaesthesia, intensive care, radiology, laboratory, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and palliative care. The surgical operations include both orthopaedics and surgery, including endoscopic operations. There is also a dialy

Fully funded 30 Dec 2026

Specialist in Gastroenterology, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Kalmar, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

We are seeking a specialist physician in gastroenterology for a modern central hospital in Sweden. Here you will work with advanced gastroenterological care in a well-functioning clinic with a broad patient base and modern facilities. Offer: A free visit to see the place where you will work and live Free Swedish language training with monthly scholarship (€1,300 for doctors) Complete relocation support Our support: We find you housing School/kindergarten registration assistance Personal contact person for 6 months Help with all practical matters Requirements: Specialist certification in Gastro

Fully funded 30 Dec 2026

Paediatric Ophthalmologist, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Jönköping, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

Main responsibilities and expectations: You will work in the ophthalmology paediatric department and collaborate also with the paediatric clinic, the department of habilitation, radiology and neurology. There are on call duties for these positions: during daytime, evening and weekends, but no night duties. What’s expected of you: Specialist physician in ophthalmology. A few years of experience in paediatric ophthalmology is desirable. Strabismus surgery skills are also seen as extremely positive. To have good theoretical knowledge in paediatric ophthalmology, and at least the basic required in

Funding not stated 30 Dec 2026

Paediatric Cardiologist, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Jönköping, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

There is currently a growing need for specialist doctors in Scandinavian countries, especially in Sweden, and cardiology is one of those required specialities. This demand is set to increase in the upcoming future. Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of death and has the highest costs for drug treatment in Sweden. Before you apply, please go through the list of requirements below: to have medical specialisation in paediatric cardiology; to be an EU citizen or have long-term residency in any of the EU member countries. If you are not an EU citizen and/or your title are not from EU c

Funding not stated 30 Dec 2026

General Practitioner, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Hultsfred, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

Primary Care Health Center - Region Kalmar, Sweden Your work duties will consist of everything from acute to preventive care and lifestyle issues. As a specialist in general medicine, you work together with other professional categories within the health centre around patient care. In addition to receptions, you may work with home healthcare and the possibility of working with nursing homes, elderly care, health work, and/or quality work. Working at our emergency centres and on-call duty can be included in the assignment. Offer: A free visit to see the place where you will work and live Free S

Funding not stated 30 Dec 2026

Dialysis Nurse, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Gothenburg, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

Dialysis Unit, Östra Hospital - Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg We are seeking 1 nurse to our dialysis unit at Östra Hospital, part of Sahlgrenska University Hospital. We prefer candidates with experience from dialysis units or acute care. We offer: Free visit to meet your future workplace; Free Swedish language training with monthly scholarship; Complete relocation support. Our support: We find you housing; School/kindergarten registration; Personal contact person; Help with all practical matters. What we look for: Registered nurse (RN) with Swedish license; C1 level Swedish langu

Fully funded 30 Dec 2026

Child Psychiatrist, Sweden

PhD-Jobs.NET

  • Jönköping, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

The county council of Jönköping is offering various positions for child psychiatrists. We offer: Permanent contract after obtaining the C1 level in Swedish and the Swedish licence. Salary starting from 45'000 SEK per month. Duties, if there will be, will be paid apart. Training courses within working hours. Help to find: apartment, school and kindergarten. Invitation to study tour to Sweden after a first interview, to learn more about the region and the work environment. Assistance with removal and relocation costs. Intensive Swedish course, also for the family. Remuneration during the Swedish

Funding not stated No deadline given

Postdoctoral researcher in experimental robotics and AI for autonomous battery remanufacturing

Uppsala Universitet via MyNetwork · Uppsala University, Department of Electrical Engineering

  • Sweden

Electrification and digitalisation are among the major areas for the future transition to sustainable societies. The Department of Electrical Engineering conducts successful research and education in these areas - including renewable energy sources, electric vehicles, industrial IoT, 6G...

Funding not stated No deadline given

Postdoctoral research fellow in the Social Sciences

Academic Positions

  • Sweden

Södertörn University is offering an international setting for vital discussions about important contemporary issues. We are a young university, with a strong focus on multidisciplinary research. We offer education and conduct research in the humanities, social sciences, technology and natural...

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