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Doctoral position in Logic

Humanities

Ref PAR 2023/72

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

The Department of Philosophy, Linguistics and Theory of Science (FLoV) at the Faculty of Arts has about 100 staff members and a student body corresponding to about 350 full-time equivalents. It is home to a large number of national and international research projects and offers courses and degree programs for philosophers, logicians, linguists, language technologists, theorists of science, historians of philosophy, philologists and philosophy teachers. The Department also arranges doctoral education and development work in its various academic domains.

The Logic Group at the Department of Philosophy, Linguistics and Theory of Science applies formal techniques to questions from philosophy, mathematics, computer science and linguistics. Broad interests in the foundations of mathematics and modal logic are represented. In particular, there is expertise on proof theory, model theory, set theory and theories of truth, as well as on type theory, fixed point logic and dependence logic. More information about the Logic Group and its activities can be found at https://www.gu.se/en/flov/our-research/research-areas/research-in-logic-and-mathematical-methodology

The Department of Philosophy, Linguistics, and Theory of Science seeks to appoint one well-qualified and highly motivated doctoral students in Logic. The position is open to all topics in mathematical, philosophical and computational logic within the expertise of the Logic Group. More information about the group and its activities are available from https://www.logic-gu.se/about

General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university’s doctoral student pages. https://medarbetarportalen.gu.se/doktorand/?languageId=100001&skipSSOCheck=true   

Subject area   

Logic

Subject area description

Topics in Mathematical, Philosophical and Computational Logic within the expertise of the GU Logic Group

Job assignments

The primary task of the successful candidate is to devote her or his time to write a doctoral thesis in Logic and the completion of obligatory course work. He or she may, however, also undertake a limited amount of teaching, administration or research not directly connected to the dissertation topic. Such duties extend the position accordingly.

The successful candidate is also expected to participate in the activities of the Logic Group, such as seminars and workshops.  He or she is expected to carry out the vast majority of the research in Gothenburg and to participate in a regular and consistent manner in the department’s other relevant research activities. The working language within the department is English. In addition to salary, there will be funds available for travel and shorter visits to other universities and research institutes.

Eligibility   

To be eligible for the position, the applicant must meet both general and specific entry requirements.

General entry requirements

A person meets the general entry requirements under Chapter 7, Section 39 of the Higher Education Ordinance if he or she:

  1. has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or
  2. has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 higher education credits of which at least 60 higher education credits were awarded in the second-cycle, or
  3. has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.

Specific entry requirements

Admission to the third-cycle programme in Logic also requires:

  1. a) at least 30 HE credits in Logic at the advanced level, of which at least 15 HE credits must be from an independent project, or equivalent.
  2. b) required language skills in Swedish and English for taking compulsory courses and participating in seminars or similar activities.

For further information about the general and specific requirements please refer to study syllabus at the following link:
https://flov.gu.se/english/education/doctoral-studies-third-cycle/general-syllabus

Assessment    

According to the Higher Education Ordinance Ch.7, applicants will be assessed based on their estimated ability to benefit from the study programs and on the Department’s supervisory resources. We will base this assessment primarily on the following:

  1. Theses, degree projects and any publications. These are assessed based on the following five quality criteria, of which the final two have the heaviest weighting: Suitable subject definition, relevant questioning, suitable command of the subject and structuring of the thesis, suitable use of language, formalities, academic quality, independence.
  2. A project draft no more than 2,500 words in which the applicant stipulates a research domain that he/she would like to develop, justifies its relevance and discusses which theories, methods and materials would be relevant. The project draft is assessed on the basis of the following criteria: whether the research displays familiarity with previous and current research, whether the research questions are viable and grounded in current research, whether the draft is judged to be realistic, as regards its implementation at third-cycle level and whether the draft shows that it is likely the applicant will make a valuable contribution to research in the field. The project draft also provides supporting information for assessing the Department’s supervisor competence within the research domain stipulated.

Admission and selection are also conditional on the Department’s supervisory resources within the doctoral student’s research focus. Admission may also include an interview in addition to a review of qualifications submitted. Admission decisions are made by the Head of Department following preparation at the Department.

Employment   

Type of employment: Fixed-term employment, 4 years, HF 5 kap 7§ Doctoral position

Extent: 100 %

Location: Department of Philosophy, Linguistics and Theory of Science, Gothenburg

First day of employment: 2023-09-01 or by agreement

Once you have been admitted for education at third-cycle level, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg.   

The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100.      

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.   

Selection process   

Selection, interview and assessment are carried out by a recruitment group at the department.

Contact information 

Christopher Kullenberg
Associate Head for Third Cycle Studies
+46 (0) 31 786 4691
christopher.kullenberg@theorysc.gu.se

Bahareh Afshari
Chair of Subject Council in Logic
+46 (0) 31 786 4965
bahareh.afshari@gu.se

Queries about the recruitment process should be directed to Jennifer Stråle, HR officer:

jennifer.strale@gu.se

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here:   
https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande   

How to apply   

In order to apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline. The selection of candidates is made on the basis of the qualifications registered in the application.

Complementary documents, such as publications/books should be sent in two copies to the following address and marked with reference number. University of Gothenburg, Att: Jennifer Stråle, FLoV, Box 200, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden.

  1. An introductory letter of 1.000 words maximum (approx. 2 pages). The letter should consist of four paragraphs in the following order: a) a short presentation of yourself, b) a short presentation of your merits, c) a short presentation of the intended research project and d) a short account for why the Department of Philosophy, Linguistics and Theory of Science and the Logic Group is of interest to you.
  2. A CV, including a list of publications (if applicable).
  3. Theses, degree projects and any publications. These are assessed based on the following five quality criteria, of which the final two have the heaviest weighting: Suitable subject definition, relevant questioning, suitable command of the subject and structuring of the thesis, suitable use of language, formalities, academic quality, independence.
  4. A project draft no more than 2,500 words in which the applicant stipulates a research domain that he/she would like to develop, justifies its relevance and discusses which theories, methods and materials would be relevant. The project draft is assessed on the basis of the following criteria: whether the research displays familiarity with previous and current research, whether the research questions are viable and grounded in current research, whether the draft is judged to be realistic, as regards its implementation at third-cycle level and whether the draft shows that it is likely the applicant will make a valuable contribution to research in the field. The project draft also provides supporting information for assessing the Department’s supervisor competence within the research domain stipulated.
  5. Other documents.

The recruitment group expect to interview shortlisted candidates on 8 May 2023.

We welcome applications written in English, since non-Swedish speaking persons may be part of the recruitment group.

Applications must be received by:  May 2, 2023

Information for International Applicants 

Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 

https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/ 

  

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.



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Post expires on Tuesday May 2nd, 2023

1-2 PhD students in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Management of Intellectual Assets

Social Sciences/Economics

Ref PAR 2022/1615

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

The Department of Economy and Society at the School of Business, Economics and Law, University of Gothenburg announces a position as PhD student located at unit of innovation and entrepreneurship. The PhD student will be an important member of our new international center, U-GOT KIES and in on-going international research projects. The unit offers single-subject courses at the Bachelor´s level, two Master´s programmes (MSc in Innovation and Industrial Management; MSc in Knowledge-based Entrepreneurship, and doctoral education. For more information click here

The PhD student project will study knowledge creation and knowledge transfer – between large and entrepreneurial firms and between firms and universities, within specific technologies and industries. We work with many firms, universities and organizations, regionally and globally, to conduct and present our research. Professor McKelvey’s Distinguished Professors Program, financed for 10 years  by the Swedish Research Council is the research group, within which these PhD students will work. Including a group of scholars at the department and internationally, the PhD students will be part of her research programme on knowledge-intensive entrepreneurial ecosystems.

This Distinguished Professor’s Program has three specific goals: 1) Conceptualize knowledge intensive entrepreneurial ecosystems; 2) Analyze empirically the dynamic relationships involving collective and individual action between knowledge intensive entrepreneurs (as individuals) and the surrounding institutions, firms and organizations; and 3) Explain changes in these knowledge-intensive entrepreneurial ecosystems over time.

Duties   

The purpose of the 1 to 2 projects is to better understand how and why innovation and entrepreneurship can impact business and society in Sweden, using social science methodology. Each project will be focused upon a carefully selected topic, addressing these phenomena within one of these areas: medical technology, sports, transportation/AI/engineering, or creative industries in Sweden.

Each PhD student’s project, as part of our international research team, will provides answers to research questions. Current ones include:

1) Explain the similiarities and differences between the long-term development of tech-based ecosystems. For example, an interesting comparison is between Austin, Texas and Stockholm.

2) Specify how and why new technology is changing entrepreneurship within medical techology or the sports industries in Sweden.

3) Define how and why collaboration between university scientists and a large firm can be improved. For example, AstraZeneca may wish to develop such collaboration to develop new medicine while Volvo Cars may do so for new technologies like AI.

4) Analyze Nordic knowledge-intenstive entrepreneurial projects and companies, which are developing technology for energy transition. For example, compare why and how innovators and entrepreneurs in two Nordic countries act, relative to the threats and opportunities for dissementation and application for carbon capture technology.

The doctoral education (leading to PhD degree) in innovation, entrepreneurship and management of intellectual assets consists of completing a scientific project as well as completing doctoral courses of at least 90 credits. Moreover, the PhD student may be asked to apply and discuss their results in collaboration with companies, universities and the public sector as well as participate in international scientific conferences. The doctoral education requires a PhD thesis of either compiled papers or a monography, corresponding to 150 credits, and defended in public. More information about the the doctoral education at the department can be found at https://www.gu.se/en/school-business-economics-law/economy-society/doctoral-studies 

Eligibility   

Entry requirements for third-cycle (doctoral) programmes require both general and specific eligibility.

The general eligibility requirements for education at third-cycle level are:    

  1. having completed a degree at second-cycle level, 
  2. the fulfilment of course requirements totalling at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at second-cycle level, or  
  3. the acquisition of equivalent knowledge in some other way, either in Sweden or abroad.  

In addition, admission to the third-cycle programme in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Management of Intellectual Assets at the University of Gothenburg also requires with 15 credits in a course as well as 15 credits in an advanced thesis, within the subject or a closely related topic.

Qualified is the person who masters English at a high level in speech and writing. The level of proficiency defined here is English language requirement of English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school or the equivalent level of an internationally recognized test. For more information about general entrance requirements see www.universityadmissions.se (English)

Applicants who do not speak Swedish already will be expected to learn Swedish during the PhD education.  

Applicants can apply before fulfilling all these requirements, but the decision for admission can only be made after all requirements are fulfilled.

Assessment    

Applicants will be assessed based on the general and specific eligibility requirements and their estimated ability to benefit from the PhD study programme.

During the assessment, we will specifically evaluate and place a high value upon documented experience of:

  • specific knowledge and skills within the research subject area and closely related fields
  • experience of scientific theory and relevant research methods
  • scientific analysis and presentation. This should be documented through, for example, Master’s thesis, degree projects, scientific papers, etc.

Personal suitability is of importance for the appointment of employment. For the position it is important with ability to co-operate. You should be able to work independently as well as in a team. You should have characteristics which enable you to learn, also through interacting with leading scholars through PhD courses and conferences, both nationally and internationally.

Mastery of Swedish language is also important for the position, specifically Swedish which corresponds to Svenska 3 from Swedish upper secondary school or else ”Svenska som andra språk 3”. Also, important previous skills and experience are experience in conducting interviews, coding responses relative to theory, and Masters courses in qualitative methods. Other important skills and experience are also quantitative methods, for example, experinece with software programs like R, econometric studies, and similar quantitative methods.  

Employment   

The position is a temporary position of four years according to the Higher Education Ordinance with an extent of 100 %. The employment is located at the unit of innovation and entrepreneurship, the Department of Economy and Society. First day of employment is 1 September 2023 or upon agreement.

Regulations for the evaluation of qualifications for education on a doctorial level are given in SFS 1993:100.

Only the one who are admitted to third-cycle (doctoral) programmes may be employed as PhD student. Departmental duties such as participating in teaching, research projects or administrative assignments may be required, as per regulated in university policy.

A new employment is valid for maximum one year. The employment extends with maximum two years at a time. The total employment time cannot extend more than four years of doctoral education on full-time.

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.   

For applicants with a Masters degree from a foreign country

If your degree is from a university/HEI outside of Sweden or has not been examined by a Swedish authority, it is important that you include a certified copy of your diploma and description of degree program, in order to facilitate evaluation. You also must include contact information (such as telephone number and email address) to the foreign institution which can verify your degree.

Please see further for information about the specific language requirement in English, see: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements/ And for the positive specific language desirable in Swedish, see https://www.su.se/svefler/tisus

Selection process   

During the selection process, we will use a variety of methods to select suitable candidate/s. We will evaluate all applications according to the specified criteria. For a selected few candidate, we will conduct interviews, check the references, and evaluate the results of written assignments.  

Contact information 

Maureen McKelvey, Professor, +46-76-618-1442, maureen.mckelvey@handels.gu.se 

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here:   
https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande   

Application   

Please attach the following in the application:

  • Personal letter (max 2 pages. An overview of your previous experience, education, and future goals)
  • CV
  • Diploma / degree certificate or if ongoing/equivalent, completed courses and grades
  • Research proposal (max 2 pages. An overview of one option of how you could carry out this project – title, theory, method, expected outcomes – as related to this project)
  • A copy of thesis at advanced level (Master’s thesis, equivalent or final draft of Master’s thesis)
  • Certified copy of high school grades
  • Certificate / evidence that obtained language requirement in English and language recommendation in Swedish
  • 2 letters of reference, including their contact details
  • Other documents, relevant for the application

Please clearly state your Swedish social security (personnummer) in the application, preferably in the CV and Cover Letter. If you do not have a Swedish social security number, please use the format to only provide your birthdate: YEAR-MM-DD

Also clearly state the reference number to this recruitment case.

Applications must be received by: 2023-04-14

Information for International Applicants 

Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 

https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/ 

  

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Read the job description at the university homepage

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Post expires on Friday April 14th, 2023

Two doctoral positions in Religious Studies with a focus on the study of Islam

Social Sciences/Economics

Ref PAR 2023/231

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

December 2022, the Swedish Research Council granted funds to a doctoral school in Islamic studies. Within the framework of this initiative, the Department of Literature, History of Ideas and Religion (LIR), University of Gothenburg, is announcing two doctoral positions with a focus on the study of Islam and Muslims in the Western world, in a historical or contemporary perspective. More information about the research school can be found here: https://lnu.se/en/research/PhD-studies/religion/graduate-school-in-islamic-studies/

Admission to the University of Gothenburg is made according to the general study plan for postgraduate education in religious studies (linked below).

The Department of Literature, History of Ideas, and Religion is one of the six departments of the Faculty of Humanities. It has about 100 employees (of which about 20 are doctoral students) and approximately 1,000 students. For more information about the Department see: https://www.gu.se/en/literature-history-of-ideas-religion

The postgraduate education in Religious Studies aims to understand and critically reflect on the function and place of religion in historical and contemporary contexts. At the University of Gothenburg, research is conducted in all areas of Religious Studies; that is, in History of Religions, Sociology and Psychology of Religion, History of Christianity, Biblical Studies, Systematic Theology, Theological Ethics, and Philosophy of Religion. Religious Studies provides insights into historical processes, religious encounters and conflicts, analysis and interpretation of texts and ideas, as well as theological and ethical positions and debates. These skills are increasingly relevant to the multireligious and multicultural society of our times.

Duties   

A doctoral (PhD) student is expected to conduct research and to contribute to the development of knowledge within the discipline. Expectations of a doctoral student include the capacity to develop independent ideas and communicate research results in oral and written form. The aim of the doctoral position is for the doctoral student to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to be able to conduct independent research within Religious Studies and to contribute to the development of knowledge within the discipline through the production of a scholarly thesis. A further aim is for the doctoral student to develop an ability to apply the acquired knowledge and skills within post-degree research or other qualified professional work.

The doctoral student will be expected to be physically present at the Department and actively interact in the programme environment, which includes active participation in the Department’s third-cycle and research seminars as well as in the research school in Islamic studies. While the Department’s working language is Swedish, the PhD programme may be conducted in English. However, non-Swedish PhD students are expected to learn Swedish during their PhD programme. Doctoral theses may be written in Swedish or English. The University offers introductory courses in Swedish on an as-needed basis.

General syllabus

The objectives, content, and examination of the study programme as well as admission and selection for the third-cycle study programme in Religious Studies are described in the general syllabus, see: https://www.gu.se/en/humanities/doctoral-studies/general-syllabus-for-third-cycle-study-programmes

Eligibility   

To be eligible for the position, the applicant must meet both general and specific entry requirements.

According to the Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 7 Section 39, applicants meet the general entry requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if they:

  1. have been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or
  2. have satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle, or
  3. have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.

To be admitted to doctoral education in Religious Studies, in addition to general entry requirements, the following is required (specific entry requirements):

  1. at least 30 higher education credits in Religious Studies awarded in the second cycle, of which at least 15 must be from a degree project (e.g. MA thesis), or equivalent knowledge, and
  2. sufficient Swedish and English skills to be able to benefit from compulsory coursework and to be able to actively participate in seminars and similar activities.

Assessment    

Selection among applicants who meet the requirements for general and specific eligibility is based on the ability to successfully complete the education at the doctoral level.

Recruitment and selection are also done in view of the well the research project fits in with the focus of the doctoral school, its potential to enter into productive dialogue with the ongoing research at the department, as well as the department’s supervision resources to support it.

Appointment procedure

The decision on admission is made by the Head of Department after preparation at the Department. 

The appointment procedure involves two stages:

  1. A shortlist is made based on material included in the application. 
  2. The shortlisted candidates will be called to an interview on May 16, 2023. The interview process will involve a 15 minute’s oral presentation of the applicant’s project proposal.

Employment   

Regulations for employment of doctoral students are given in SFS 1993:100. Only those who are admitted to third-cycle studies may be appointed to doctoral positions. Those appointed to doctoral positions will primarily devote themselves to their studies. The initial appointment may apply for no longer than one year. An appointment may be renewed for no more than two years at a time. The total employment period may not exceed the time corresponding to full-time studies for four years. The position may include departmental duties, such as teaching or administration, corresponding to up to 20% of a full-time post over the course of study. If such tasks are carried out, the duration of the appointment will be extended accordingly.

Type of employment: 4 years
Extent: 100 %
Location: The Department of Literature, History of Ideas, and Religion, University of Gothenburg
First day of employment: 2023-09-01

Salaries for doctoral students are regulated by a local agreement at the University.

Contact information 

Questions regarding the third-cycle education:

Göran Larsson, Professor in Religious Studies and the department’s representative for the research school in the study of Islam, goran.larsson@lir.gu.se

Gunilla Hermansson, Associate Head of Department for Doctoral Studies, gunilla.hermansson@lir.gu.se

Jong Ho, HR officer, jong.ho@gu.se

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here:   
https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande   

Application   

You can apply to be admitted for education at third-cycle level via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal.   

It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.   

Please enclose the following documents and information with the application:

  1. A personal letter in which you explain why you are applying to the position and reflect on the progress which you consider can be traced in your degree projects. If it is evident from the certificates that it took you a very long time to complete the degree projects, you may wish to comment on this fact. This text may not exceed 3,000 characters (including blank spaces), and it may be written in Swedish or English.
  2. A CV containing contact information, education, work experience, publications (if any), and other relevant records (if any).
  3. Degree projects (from second cycle) that meet the specific entry requirements. If relevant, other essays and/or publications that substantiate the eligibility or strengthen the qualifications for the position should also be submitted. You may submit up to five texts in addition to the degree projects. All submitted texts will be assessed primarily based on the following criteria: originality and scholarly relevance, difficulty of the topic addressed, and precision in the use of methods and the overall presentation of the work.
  4. A description of your intended thesis project. This description should identify the purpose and aim of the project, the problem(s) addressed, material that will be used, and how the project relates to previous research and the study of Islam and Muslims in the West in past and present times. The project draft should also include a discussion on which theories and methods you may utilise. The research plan will be assessed based on the following criteria: originality, scholarly relevance and rigor, and feasibility. The draft can include a preliminary outline or list of different phases and components of the thesis project, as well as a general timetable for the project. The draft may not exceed 20,000 characters (including blank spaces, notes and references).
  5. Degree certificates and/or a certificate of enrolment from Ladok, or equivalent system, specifying your completed coursework. The certificates must demonstrate that you meet the general entry requirements for third-cycle studies as well as the specific entry requirements specified in the programme syllabus. Apart from submitting certificates, the applicant must, where relevant, motivate how the qualifications are equivalent to the general and specific requirements.

Incomplete applications (lacking project description, a degree project, or degree certificates) will not be assessed.

Applications must be received by: 2023-04-03

Information for International Applicants 

Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 

https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/ 

  

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Read the job description at the university homepage

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Post expires on Monday April 3rd, 2023

Doctoral student in Art History and Visual Studies

Health/Life sciences

Ref PAR 2023/183

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

The Department of Cultural Sciences offers third-cycle education in several disciplines: art history and visual studies, musicology, film studies, gender studies, ethnology, and cultural studies. Several research projects are linked to the department.

We invite applications for a PhD student position  in Art History and Visual Studies at the Department of Cultural Sciences. We are looking for a PhD student who is motivated to perform independent and critical thesis work. The collegium in art history and visual studies has the following research areas and expertise: visual and multisensory  cultures, digital media, photography, art markets, scenography and critical costume, historiography, archives and critical cultural heritage, digital art history, design, architecture, art sociology and art education.

The doctoral student will be admitted at the same time as a group of doctoral students within the cross disciplinary research school The Future of Democracy: Cultural Analyses of Illiberal Populism in Times of Crisis (FUDEM): https://www.gu.se/en/cultural-sciences/doctoral-studies/the-future-of-democracy-cultural-analyses-of-illiberal-populism-in-times-of-crises-fudem
In addition, a doctoral student in film studies will be employed at the same time. The position as a doctoral student in art history and visual studies at the Department of Cultural Sciences will therefore involve participation in a dynamic research environment together with a large group of other research students.

General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university’s doctoral student pages. staff portal/doctoral student   

Duties
The successful candidate’s main responsibilities will be to write a doctoral dissertation, and to complete obligatory course work. He or she may also undertake a limited amount of teaching, administration, or research not directly connected to her or his dissertation topic. Such departmental duties corresponding to up to 20 % of full-time employment, distributed throughout your study period. The successful candidate is expected to spend his or her time primarily in Gothenburg and to regularly participate in departmental activities, especially the research seminars. 

Eligibility
To be eligible for the position, the applicant must meet both general and specific entry requirements. The general entry requirements for third-cycle (doctoral) programs are:

  1. a second-cycle (advanced level) qualification/degree, or
  2. at least 240 higher education (HE) credits for courses of which at least 60 HE credits are awarded in the second-cycle, or
  3. equivalent training either in Sweden or abroad.

Admission to the third-cycle program in Art History and Visual Studies also requires:

  • 30 higher education credits in Art History and Visual Studies as a second-cycle subject, at least 15 of which must be from a degree project; or equivalent knowledge
  • the type(s) of language skills (Swedish or English) needed to be able to benefit from compulsory parts of the course and to be able to actively participate in seminars and similar activities.

How to apply
In order to apply for a doctoral position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system.

The application shall be written in English or Swedish, and include:

  • An introductory letter of 1.000 words maximum (approx. 2 pages), preferably shorter. The letter should consist of three paragraphs in the following order: a) a short presentation of yourself, b) a short presentation of your merits, c) a short presentation of the intended research proposal.
  • A CV, including a list of publications (if applicable).
  • Two theses. Normally, this would be a master’s thesis and a bachelor’s thesis, but it could also be a revised version of a thesis, or another paper, article or book chapter for example, or equivalent work. The texts must be submitted in Swedish or English. Any translated versions must be accompanied by the original text.
  • A description of the intended research proposal of at most 3000 words (excluding bibliography), indicating the applicant’s research interests and planned focus area of his/her thesis and research.
  • Verified copies of academic transcripts and possibly evidence of other relevant qualifications, if applicable.
  • Name and contact information for two academic references. References will be contacted and asked to submit reference letters if the candidate is shortlisted.

The publications that cannot be attached to the application digitally should be sent in two exemplars to: Gunilla Zachau, Department of Cultural Sciences, P.O.Box 200, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden. Please mark PAR 2023/183 on the letter.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.
Closing date is March 27, 2023.

Assessment
The ability to absorb a postgraduate education is crucial and the applicant must be able to prove this through documentation knowledge in Art History and Visual Studies, including regarding scientific theory and methodology.

All written projects (including the research proposal) that are included with the application are evaluated based on the following quality criteria:

  • Suitable subject demarcation, relevant research question(s)
  • Suitable command of the subject and structuring of the thesis
  • Suitable use of language, formalities
  • Academic quality
  • Independence.

In addition to the above, the research proposal draft is also evaluated based on feasibility within the scope of a doctoral studentship. 

Recruitment process
Admission must, in addition to review of submitted merits, also include online interviews with selected candidates at the end of April. Selection, interview and assessment are carried out by a local recruitment group. The final decision is made by the head of department after suggestion from the group.

Employment
Once you have been admitted for education at third-cycle level, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg. The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100. Initial employment as a doctoral student may apply for a maximum of one year, and may be renewed by a maximum of two years at a time. A doctoral student may be employed as a doctoral student for a maximum of eight years, but the total period of employment may not be longer than the equivalent of full-time education at third-cycle level for four years.

Employment: Time limited employment (temporary), 4 years
Extent: 100%
Location: Department of Cultural Sciences, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg
Starting date: 1 September 2023

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.   

For further information please contact
For questions about our third-cycle studies please contact Associate Head of Depart. for Doctoral Studies, Catharina Thörn, catharina.thorn@gu.se
For questions about art history and visual studies, please contact Professor Karin Wagner, karin.wagner@gu.se
For questions about the employment procedure, contact Human Resources Officer Gunilla Zachau, gunilla.zachau@gu.se

Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply   

Information for International Applicants
Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 
https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/   

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Read the job description at the university homepage

Apply

Post expires on Monday March 27th, 2023

Doctoral student in Film Studies

Humanities, Social Sciences/Economics

Ref PAR 2023/182

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

The research environment within Film Studies at the Department for Cultural Sciences offers a broad range of perspectives within the study of audiovisual culture and media, setting the moving image as a core concern. The current research environment enlists a wide array of fields of expertise, among them: queer, feminist and decolonial film and media studies, media and television history, digital media cultures, audiovisual archives, and media and information literacy. 

The Department of Cultural Sciences is a transdisciplinary environment that offers third-cycle studies in several disciplines: Art History and Visual Studies, Musicology, Film Studies, Gender Studies, Ethnology, and Cultural Studies. The diversity of the projects developed within the Department, each with its own concerns, themes and research traditions creates a stimulating and intellectually challenging research environment. 

The research and study environment at doctoral level is shaped by several aspects. A central factor is the Department’s research profile and the current projects developed within it. Further, the doctoral education environment is enriched by the supervisors’ various areas of expertise and research interests, as well as by the seminars and activities that the Department offers. In addition, the Department is involved in collaborations with different national and international interdisciplinary networks. 

We are looking for a PhD student in Film Studies who is motivated to perform innovative and independent thesis work with a focus that is suitable to and can enrich our research environment. 

The doctoral student will be admitted at the same time as a group of doctoral students within the cross disciplinary research school The Future of Democracy: Cultural Analyses of Illiberal Populism in Times of Crisis (FUDEM): https://www.gu.se/en/cultural-sciences/doctoral-studies/the-future-of-democracy-cultural-analyses-of-illiberal-populism-in-times-of-crises-fudem
In addition, a doctoral student in art history and visual studies will be employed at the same time. The position as a doctoral student in film studies at the Department of Cultural Sciences will therefore involve participation in a dynamic research environment together with a large group of other research students.

General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university’s doctoral student pages. staff portal/doctoral student  

Duties
The successful candidate’s main responsibilities will be to write a doctoral dissertation, and to complete obligatory course work. The candidate may also undertake a limited amount of teaching, administration, or research not directly connected to the dissertation topic. Such duties extend the position accordingly. The successful candidate is expected to spend their time primarily in Gothenburg and to take part in departmental activities, especially the research seminars, but also meetings and workshops, as well as in furthering their research in public fora. In order to obtain a doctoral degree in Philosophy, the candidate must have defended their thesis in writing and in oral fashion, which occurs by way of a public defense. The doctoral candidate must obtain a passing grade in all courses and examinations in the course plan.   

Eligibility
To be eligible for the position, the applicant must meet both general and specific entry requirements. The general entry requirements for third-cycle (doctoral) programs are:

  1. a second-cycle (advanced level) qualification/degree, or
  2. at least 240 higher education (HE) credits for courses of which at least 60 HE credits are awarded in the second-cycle, or
  3. equivalent training either in Sweden or abroad.

Admission to the third-cycle program in Film Studies also requires:

  • 30 higher education credits in Film Studies as a second-cycle subject, at least 15 of which must be from a degree project; or equivalent knowledge
  • the type(s) of language skills (Swedish or English) needed to be able to benefit from compulsory parts of the course and to be able to actively participate in seminars and similar activities.

How to apply
In order to apply for a doctoral position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system.

For the application to be considered complete it must include: 

  • An introductory letter of 1.000 words maximum (approx. 2 pages), preferably shorter. The letter should consist of three paragraphs in the following order: a) a short presentation of yourself, b) a short presentation of your merits, c) a short presentation of the intended research proposal.
  • A CV, including a list of publications (if applicable).
  • Two theses. Normally, this would be a master’s thesis and a bachelor’s thesis, but it could also be a revised version of a thesis, or another paper, article or book chapter for example, or equivalent work. The texts must be submitted in Swedish or English. Any translated versions must be accompanied by the original text.
  • A description of the intended research proposal of at most 3000 words (excluding bibliography), indicating the applicant’s research interests and planned focus area of his/her thesis and research.
  • Verified copies of academic transcripts and possibly evidence of other relevant qualifications, if applicable.
  • Name and contact information for two academic references. References will be contacted and asked to submit reference letters if the candidate is shortlisted.

The publications that cannot be attached to the application digitally should be sent in two exemplars to: Gunilla Zachau, Department of Cultural Sciences, P.O.Box 200, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden. Please mark PAR 2023/182 on the letter.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.
Closing date is March 27, 2023.

Assessment
The ability to absorb a postgraduate education is crucial and the applicant must be able to prove this through documentation knowledge in film studies, including regarding scientific theory and methodology.

All written projects (including the research proposal) that are included with the application are evaluated based on the following quality criteria: 

  • Suitable subject demarcation, relevant research question(s)
  • Suitable command of the subject and structuring of the thesis
  • Suitable use of language, formalities
  • Academic quality
  • Independence.

 In addition to the above, the research proposal is also evaluated based on:  

  • Feasibility within the scope of a doctoral studentship
  • Suitability for the research environment at the Department

 Recruitment process
Admission must, in addition to review of submitted merits, also include online interviews with selected candidates at the end of April. Selection, interview and assessment are carried out by a local recruitment group. The final decision is made by the head of department after suggestion from the group.

Employment
Once you have been admitted for education at third-cycle level, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg. The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100. Initial employment as a doctoral student may apply for a maximum of one year, and may be renewed by a maximum of two years at a time. A doctoral student may be employed as a doctoral student for a maximum of eight years, but the total period of employment may not be longer than the equivalent of full-time education at third-cycle level for four years.

Employment: Time limited employment (temporary), 4 years
Extent: 100%
Location: Department of Cultural Sciences, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg
Starting date: 1 September 2023

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.   

For further information please contact
For questions about our third-cycle studies please contact Associate Head of Depart. for Doctoral Studies, Catharina Thörn, catharina.thorn@gu.se
For questions about Film Studies, please contact Ingrid Ryberg, ingrid.ryberg@gu.se 
For questions about the employment procedure, contact Human Resources Officer Gunilla Zachau, gunilla.zachau@gu.se

Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply   

Information for International Applicants
Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 
https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/   

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Read the job description at the university homepage

Apply

Post expires on Monday March 27th, 2023