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Reference Number: PAR 2026/522 About the UniversityThe University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. With 58,000 students and 6,800 employees, the university is a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. Through new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future. About the DepartmentThe Department of Education and Special Education (IPS) is one of four departments within the Faculty of Education. The department's main areas of research and education include:
The department offers education at:
Fields include:
SubjectsThe Department is announcing one or more doctoral student positions in:
EducationEducation focuses on:
Research examines the relationship between individuals and society and investigates how institutional structures influence educational processes. Educational WorkEducational Work addresses various aspects of work within educational institutions. Research includes:
Subject Matter Education with SpecializationThis field focuses on teaching and learning within specific subject areas connected to:
Research examines the conditions and relationships between teaching and learning. Research EnvironmentsThe Department hosts several established research environments, including:
Each research environment focuses on different educational themes while contributing to educational research, collaboration and teacher education. The doctoral studentship will preferably be linked to ongoing research projects and commissioned research within these research environments. Doctoral ProjectAt the Department of Education and Special Education, national tests in:
as well as assessment guidelines in modern languages are developed. This doctoral position specifically focuses on national tests in civics. The doctoral student will participate throughout the complete test development process, including:
The doctoral project may include:
Important research topics may include:
DutiesThe doctoral student will primarily devote their time to doctoral education. Responsibilities include:
The position may also include departmental duties of up to 20%, including:
The employment period will be extended accordingly. EligibilityApplicants must satisfy both the general and specific eligibility requirements. General EligibilityApplicants must have:
Specific EligibilityEducationApplicants must have:
Educational WorkApplicants must have either:
AND
Subject Matter Education with SpecializationApplicants must have either:
OR
Equivalent qualifications obtained in Sweden or abroad are also accepted. Selection CriteriaSelection is based on:
Given the focus of the project, applicants must have:
The following are considered merits:
Applicants must demonstrate:
Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. Admission decisions are based on an overall assessment of:
Interviews may be conducted. Admission decisions are made by the Head of Department following recommendations from the admissions committee. EmploymentApplicants admitted to doctoral studies will be employed as doctoral students. Employment conditions include:
The University applies local salary agreements for doctoral students. Doctoral education requires physical presence at the Department. Applicants requiring a residence permit must present a valid permit before the programme begins. Contact InformationDirector of Doctoral StudiesDaniel Bergh Email: daniel.bergh@gu.se Phone: 0766-18 21 09 Trade Union InformationTrade union representatives at the University of Gothenburg are available through the University's employment information. ApplicationApplications must be submitted through the University of Gothenburg Recruitment Portal. Applicants must specify whether they are applying within:
Required Documents
Research ProposalThe proposal (maximum five pages, excluding references) should include:
All application documents must be submitted in Swedish or English. Printed scientific publications not available electronically should be labelled with the reference number and sent to: University of Gothenburg Application Deadline: 1 August 2026 Additional InformationThe University of Gothenburg actively promotes equal opportunities and values diversity in its workplace. Application documents are archived for two years in accordance with the regulations of the National Archives of Sweden. Documents may be returned upon request after the retention period; otherwise, they will be destroyed. The University has already selected its recruitment channels and therefore declines further contact from recruitment agencies, staffing companies and vendors.
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