Researcher in Military Science with Focus on Defense Logistics and Supply Chains

Försvarshögskolan · Full-time

Stockholm, Sweden

The position is located at the Department of Functions and Perspectives at the Department of Military Science in Stockholm. Description of the Research Project The employment is time-limited and covers a subset of a project within defense logistics and supply chains. The research will focus on robust and resilient supply chains and how defense procurement is conducted to ensure material availability. Job Responsibilities The researcher is expected to contribute to the field by planning and conducting research activities and disseminating results at conferences and in scientific publications in collaboration with other researchers in the field. The research project will include studies of official documents and in-depth interviews, which sometimes need to be conducted in Swedish. Research comprises approximately 80% of working time. Job responsibilities also include participation in other activities within the scope of the Swedish National Defence College's military program, as well as supporting work with subject development, primarily within the sub-area. Additionally, it includes contributing to cooperation and developing contacts with the Swedish Armed Forces, other agencies, companies, other educational institutions, countries, and organizations relevant to the development of the research field. Qualification Requirements We are seeking a researcher who has completed a doctoral degree or holds a foreign degree assessed as equivalent to a doctoral degree. For this position, the following assessment criteria apply in priority order: Doctoral degree in the field of economics/logistics/supply chain management, Doctoral degree in another related subject/subject area. The applicant must at minimum understand Swedish in speech and writing. Within two years, the applicant must be able to teach and communicate in Swedish. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability. To be considered for employment, you must be motivated, organized, and communicative, with a strong ability to take initiative and begin new tasks. We expect you to actively participate in the department's research activities and enjoy collaborating with others. The Swedish National Defence College strives for equality and diversity within all professional groups. We welcome applicants with different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. For us, an inclusive work environment and the ability of our employees to combine work with active parenthood is self-evident. As the department strives for a more balanced gender distribution among its employees in the relevant subject area, the department welcomes applications from women. Where a balanced gender ratio does not exist, the Swedish National Defence College may, with equivalent or nearly equivalent qualifications among applicants, hire the person of an underrepresented gender. The Employment The employment is time-limited for 9 months on a full-time basis with the possibility of extension if the Swedish National Defence College receives increased project financing. Work Location: Stockholm Employment at the Swedish National Defence College may require a security clearance according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). The employment may also include war placement. If you are already on war placement in your current position at an agency and your expertise is needed in the Swedish National Defence College's war organization, negotiations will take place between the relevant agency and the Swedish National Defence College regarding your placement. Start date as soon as possible or by agreement. The Swedish National Defence College applies individual salary setting. Benefits for employees at the Swedish National Defence College - https://www.fhs.se/om-forsvarshogskolan/jobba-hos-oss/formaner.html Application We also welcome applications from those who are planned to complete their doctorate by no later than 2026-xx-xx. The application should be prepared in applicable parts in accordance with the Application Template for Academic Positions, which can be found on the following page: https://www.fhs.se/om-forsvarshogskolan/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb.html?query=Externa&locale=sv Your application should contain: A cover letter where you explain why you are qualified for the position (max 1 page) CV that includes scientific publications Copies of official academic diplomas The application should be submitted through the Swedish National Defence College's recruitment system by clicking the "Apply" link on the job posting page. In the recruitment system, there are a number of selection questions to answer. Here you fill in your experience and qualifications and upload everything you want to submit in support of your application. A complete application must be received by the Swedish National Defence College no later than the final application deadline at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). Information about the position is provided by Head of CTL, Dr/Övlt Per Skoglund, mailto:[email protected]. We welcome your application no later than X month 2026! For contact with employee organizations at the Swedish National Defence College, email [email protected], OFR/[email protected], and OFR/[email protected]. We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance due to government procurement regulations.