Associate senior lecturer in sport sciences with focus on sustainability

Malmö University is an open, innovative and international university in one of Europe’s most dynamic regions. Our staff conduct high-quality and multifaceted research and education in the humanities, arts, medicine and health, natural sciences, dentistry, social sciences, technological sciences and educational sciences.

At Malmö University, you can develop in an interdisciplinary environment focused on your research having a greater impact on science and society. We offer an inclusive workplace where gender equality and equal opportunities are fundamental principles and where you have excellent opportunities for career development.

We are looking for an

Associate senior lecturer in sport sciences with focus on sustainability at the Department of Sport Sciences, Faculty of Education and Society.

Subject area

Sport sciences is a multidisciplinary subject area at Malmö University, with an emphasis on the social sciences and humanities. Environmental, economic and social sustainability are important perspectives in our research profile, and they have relevance for studies of physical education in schools, sports for children and youth, professional sports and outdoor recreation.

Job description

As an associate senior lecturer at Malmö University, you will be able to develop your independence as a researcher and complete both your scientific and educational qualifications required for promotion to an indefinite term position as a senior lecturer. The position’s duties are primarily research but also include teaching. As part of the position, you will also be given the opportunity to complete research leadership and higher education teaching training.

The position’s duties include research of at least 60% and teaching of at most 40% within sport sciences with a focus on sustainability.

The position involves contributing to the development of the subject area sport sciences with a focus on sustainability. As an associate senior lecturer, your main duties are to pursue your own research, to apply for external research funding for yourself and others, and to teach. The position also involves development of courses, teaching and examination on the bachelor’s and master’s levels and collaboration with third parties. As an associate senior lecturer, you are expected to take part in collegial contexts and contribute to an active academic citizenship. Administrative duties related to research, teaching and cooperation are included in the position.

The position is closely linked to the research environment in sport sciences, where multidisciplinary research is conducted on the importance of sports in society with emphasis on the social sciences and the humanities.

Qualification requirements

Research expertise is a qualification requirement for employment as an associate senior lecturer. Candidates for the position of associate senior lecturer at Malmö University are required to have a PhD or have attained equivalent expertise.

Preference will be given to individuals awarded a PhD or having attained equivalent expertise no more than seven years prior to the expiry of the application period for the position.

Individuals who were awarded a PhD or attained equivalent research prior to this period can be considered under special circumstances. Special circumstances include absence due to illness, parental leave and similar circumstances.

It is a general qualification requirement that the candidate is appropriate for and has the skills in general required to fully complete the duties of this position (including the ability to work with others).

Additional qualification requirements for this position are:

• very high level of spoken and written English.

Assessment criteria

The overall assessment places the greatest emphasis on research expertise. The overall assessment includes teaching and collaborative expertise, academic citizenship, leadership and administrative expertise.

Faculty

The Faculty of Education and Society conducts research and provides courses and programmes in education from preschool to university level, history, culture, and physical education. Our research often takes place in relation to and in collaboration with schools, museums, sports associations, and idea-based organisations to create long-term, science-based solutions for society and the advancement of education.

Department

The Department of Sport Sciences is a multidisciplinary environment with a focus on sports, health and physical activity. We combine education, research and collaboration to contribute to the development of sport and society. We offer programmes, courses and postgraduate education within sport sciences. Our research is internationally oriented and conducted in close collaboration with actors in sport, education and other areas.

Application instructions

Apply for the position through Malmö University’s recruitment system by clicking on the “Apply” button. Application documents are to be submitted electronically. Physical documents are only accepted in exceptional cases; contact hr@mau.se if you have books or other documents that cannot be submitted electronically.

All qualifications are to be documented so that both quality and scope can be assessed. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete in accordance with the job description and application instructions and that it is submitted no later than 3 May 2026. The application is to be written in Swedish, English or one of the other Scandinavian languages. When required, you are responsible for translating the application and any submitted documents.

Terms of employment

Access: 1 November 2026 or by agreement.

Form of employment: Fixed-term employment for four (4) years, with the potential for promotion to an indefinite term position as a senior lecturer.

Scope of the position: 100%

Salary: Individual salary setting

Information

Head of Department, Anna Fabri, anna.fabri@mau.se

Assistant Head of Department, Alexander Jansson, alexander.jansson@mau.se

For questions about the recruitment process, contact HR specialist Amelia Lesniewicz, amelia.lesniewicz@mau.se