Associate professor in Energy Technology with a focus on Sustainable Development

2 weeks ago


Umeå, Västerbotten, Sweden Umeå University Full time

The Department of Applied Physics and Electronics at Umeå University has about 100 employees, focusing on educational programs in mechanical engineering, energy engineering, construction technology, electronics, and computer technology. The department's research and postgraduate education primarily concentrate on applied physics, energy technology, and applied electronics. Currently, there is an open position for an Associate Professor in Energy Technology with a specific emphasis on Sustainable Development.

Duties:

The chosen candidate will be responsible for teaching both existing and new courses. The primary focus will be on the subject of Sustainable Development for Engineers, addressing sustainability challenges from an individual to a global scale.

Collaboration with industry partners to ensure up-to-date teaching practices and a strong research connection is also expected. Participation in related research activities is encouraged.

Eligibility Requirements:

The candidate should have demonstrated educational expertise in the relevant subject area, holding a doctorate or equivalent academic competence. Teaching experience in the subject area is vital.

Assessment Criteria and Their Weight:

Pedagogical skills (3), Scientific skills (2), and additional qualifications relevant to the position's duties (1) will be considered in the recruitment process.

Scientific Expertise:

  • Breadth and depth of research
  • Originality of research
  • Productivity in research
  • Contributions to the international research community
  • Ability to secure external research funding
  • Collaboration with industry partners

International publications hold significant value in this context.

Pedagogical Expertise:

  • Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate teaching
  • Varied teaching methods and examination formats
  • Experience in collaboration and student supervision
  • Involvement in educational development
  • Reflective approach to teaching and student learning

Pedagogical skills can be acquired through university pedagogy education or relevant teaching experience.

Further Qualifications:

Essential skills include good teamwork, administrative capabilities for subject development, collaboration between academia and industry, and communication proficiency in English and Swedish. Initiative, independence, and good cooperation skills are highly valued.

Additional Information:

Umeå University offers various benefits to promote a healthy work-life balance for its employees.



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