Do you want to develop your research and teaching in an environment where collaboration with industry and society is a given? With us, you'll work with engaged colleagues, have access to modern research infrastructure, and excellent opportunities to attract external funding. You'll have the space to make a real difference for your students, your research, and society at large.
Here you have the opportunity to be part of an innovative research environment that develops new knowledge about one of our time's major societal challenges – supporting and understanding digital transformation in businesses and society. At the Research Group for Information Systems at Luleå University of Technology, we need to hire a research assistant in information systems with a focus on systems science, digital service development, and data science. The Research Group for Information Systems is part of the Department of Digital Services and Systems, which also includes the Center for Distance-Bridging Technologies and the Center for Security in Society and Critical Infrastructure. We have approximately 35 employees in the department, including researchers, teachers, and project managers.
Duties
As a research assistant, you will work with teaching activities primarily within systems science, digital service development, and data science. You will work with both theoretical and applied areas, together with teachers and researchers from the Information Systems field. The research area is fundamentally socio-technical, which means you need to understand both technical aspects as well as human and organizational dimensions.
Qualifications and Experience
To be qualified for a research assistant position, you must have a 3-year university degree in information systems or another relevant field. Strong scientific skills and experience in qualitative and quantitative research, as well as good communication skills in speech and writing. You will participate in teaching activities that are conducted in Swedish, so good knowledge of Swedish is required.
We are looking for engaged people who have:
An interest in teaching, research, and innovation.
A solid educational background, for example a bachelor's degree in information systems or related fields.
Interest in societal and humanistic aspects of information systems.
Good communication skills to clearly and convincingly convey complex ideas.
Terms
Employment as a research assistant is governed by the Higher Education Ordinance 5 Chapter. Only those admitted to education at the basic or advanced level can be employed as a research assistant (HF 5 Chapter §10).
Hourly Rate/Compensation
For all assignments, you will receive an hourly rate plus valuable work experience for your CV. Hourly rate depending on the difficulty of the work task:
Level 1: 156 kr/hour (corresponds to approximately 25,700 kr/month for full-time work).
Level 2: 171 kr/hour (corresponds to approximately 28,200 kr/month for full-time work).
Information
The position comprises at least 25% of full-time with a possible extent up to 50%, starting September 22, 2026, and until an agreed date. Possibility of extension by agreement. Workplace is Luleå.
Workload may vary over time and by agreement, but the aim is to distribute it in a way that makes it compatible with studies at the university.
For further information, you are welcome to contact Department Head Johan Wenngren, 0920-49 20 59, mailto:[email protected]
https://www.ltu.se/om-universitetet/arbeta-hos-oss/att-soka-en-anstallning#h-Fackligakontaktpersoner
Application
We prefer that you apply for the position using the application button below, where you attach a personal letter and CV/statement of qualifications and copies of verified certificates of education. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and certificates of education must be written in Swedish or English.
Application Deadline: October 5, 2026
Reference Number: 4800–2026