Jurist – Management Office

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Do you want to use your legal expertise to contribute to research and education that makes a difference in society? Are you interested in legal matters related to research, innovation, and intellectual property – nationally and internationally? Here you will be part of a workplace characterized by development, digitalization, and international perspectives. Information about the Department The position is located in the Legal Unit, which is part of the Management Office. Together we ensure lawful, transparent, and efficient governance of the university's operations. Chalmers' combined business support plays a central role in the university's pursuit of becoming an international top university. Job Description As a lawyer in the Legal Unit, you will work with a broad spectrum of legal issues within the university's operations, with particular focus on research law, contract law, and intellectual property. The role has close ties to national and international research funding, including the EU's research and innovation framework program. Examples of Responsibilities Provide legal advice and expert support in research law, including matters related to national and international research funding Provide legal advice and handle matters related to the EU's research and innovation framework program (e.g., Horizon Europe), including interpretation of terms, support with applications and implementation Contract work related to research and innovation, such as consortium agreements, collaboration agreements, confidentiality agreements (NDAs), licensing agreements, and intellectual property transfer agreements Provide legal advice on intellectual property matters, including questions of ownership, user rights, and management of research results Provide legal advice on export control, research security, and secure handling of sensitive technology in international research collaborations Provide legal advice and handle matters within administrative law, public access and confidentiality, and education law, particularly in matters related to research and research education Provide advice on research data and legal aspects related to ethics review, personal data, and confidentiality Develop and improve internal regulations, guidelines, and policy documents Participate in internal information and training initiatives Follow developments in legislation and research funding and analyze their implications for Chalmers Contribute to the development of modern working methods and tools that support Chalmers' strategy and operations You will have many contact points, both within the organization and with external parties such as universities, companies, authorities, and research funding bodies. You are expected to contribute specialized expertise and serve as a consultative resource to both colleagues within business support and the broader operations. Employment Type Permanent full-time position. Qualifications We are looking for someone with: A law degree A couple of years of professional experience as a lawyer Very strong ability to express yourself in speech and writing in both Swedish and English Good collaboration skills and ability to create and maintain good relationships Ability to communicate legal matters in a clear, pedagogical, and easy-to-understand manner Ability to work independently, in a structured manner, and solution-oriented Good analytical skills and ability to relate legal issues to operational needs Ability to prioritize and plan your work efficiently A strong service and sense of responsibility It is advantageous if you have experience with: Intellectual property matters in research and innovation environments Project and collaboration agreements in research, including consortium agreements The EU's research and innovation framework program (e.g., Horizon Europe), grant funding, and other international research funding bodies Export control, research security, and/or development of IP strategies in research or innovation environments Working at a university, higher education institution, or research-intensive company Working at Chalmers Chalmers' core values – openness, respect, participation, diversity, and quality – permeate our view of our work environment and our employees. We offer a stimulating workplace in an academic environment where students and employees are driven to create value for a sustainable future. Our benefits for employees include: Flexibility to work remotely in accordance with operational needs. Vacation of up to seven weeks per year. Collective agreements with parental benefits, sickness benefits supplement, medication costs, salary exchange, pension, accrued days off, and flexible working hours. Wellness allowance and one wellness hour per week during paid working time. You can read more about our benefits and conditions and what it's like to work with us here. Application Process The application should be marked with your name and documents should be saved as PDF files as follows: CV Background check may be conducted as part of the application process. Deadline for applications: August 14 For questions, please contact Sara Dahlberg Chief Legal Officer [email protected] *** Chalmers declines all offers for additional job advertising or recruitment support in connection with this recruitment. *** Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3,100 employees, 10,000 students, and educates engineers, architects, and naval officers. With scientific excellence as a foundation, Chalmers develops expertise and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global engagement and entrepreneurial spirit, we create innovation power in close collaboration with the rest of society. Chalmers was founded in 1829 and retains the same motto today: Avancez – forward.Do you want to use your legal expertise to contribute to research and education that makes a difference in society? Are you interested in legal matters related to research, innovation, and intellectual property – nationally and internationally? Here you will be part of a workplace characterized by development, digitalization, and international perspectives. Information about the Department The position is located in the Legal Unit, which is part of the Management Office. Together we ensure lawful, transparent, and efficient governance of the university's operations. Chalmers' combined…

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active

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Göteborg

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Chalmers tekniska högskola

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Published

10. 7. 2026

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3. 8. 2026

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