Rector at the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences, GIH

The Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences, GIH, is Sweden's leading knowledge center for sport, performance development, physical activity, and health. We conduct high-quality research with societal relevance, focused on people in motion. We educate teachers in the school subject of sport and health, as well as coaches, health scientists, behavioral scientists, sports and health managers, sports scientists, and researchers. At GIH, 160 staff members and 1,400 students work and study. The school is located in central Stockholm, close to Stockholm Stadium and a large sports and outdoor recreation area. Now there is an exciting opportunity for you who want to develop and position GIH as a national and international knowledge center for sport, physical activity, and health. You have insight into and interest in sport and health and its place in society today and tomorrow. You want and can lead the school's operations toward scientific excellence where education and research are conducted to deliver clear value for both students and society. GIH is now seeking a rector who can translate vision into results, lead, and take GIH to the next level in a changing higher education and societal landscape. The rector's mission is to lead the school's operations under the board. The rector is an academic leader as well as a government agency director. At GIH, you will lead an esteemed and well-managed institution with short decision-making paths, an interdisciplinary perspective, and good conditions to drive long-term development work. The work takes place in close collaboration with engaged managers, staff, students, and external stakeholders. Together, we shape the future of education and research and strengthen GIH's visibility, attractiveness, and long-term role in society. Qualifications We are seeking a person who meets the eligibility requirements for employment as a professor or senior lecturer according to the Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 2, Section 11. You have experience in both strategic and operational leadership, preferably with experience leading through other managers. Understanding of the conditions for higher education, research, and collaboration is important, particularly within GIH's areas of activity. Insight into and interest in sport and health and its place in society is also of great importance. Experience leading higher education operations is a merit, as is your own experience in education, research, and collaboration. Good knowledge of public administration and its decision-making processes, as well as understanding of the political structure within which the agency operates, are also desirable. You have successfully driven development and improvement work with good results and have experience actively and successfully representing and positioning an organization. Furthermore, you have insight into the sector's challenges and experience working with collaboration and external research and education funding. You also have the ability to create engagement and promote a good work environment. The role requires good communication skills and strong collaboration abilities. Based on a clear vision and modern leadership, work can be led and distributed, while responsibilities and authorities are delegated appropriately. Success in the role also requires the ability to create and maintain collaborations with external stakeholders nationally and internationally, within the sports movement, the health sector, and government departments. Good language skills in both speech and writing in Swedish and English are required. GIH promotes diversity and equality within all employment categories. We therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences. Duration/Working Hours The rector is employed by the government for a maximum of six years. The employment may be renewed, but no more than two times, each for a maximum of three years. Application Process In this recruitment, GIH is collaborating with Human Capital. If you would like to make a preliminary contact in a first step, you are welcome to contact Human Capital's consultants: Ann Peyron: 070-878 42 26 mailto:[email protected] or Karin Fransson: 070-493 72 70 mailto:[email protected] We welcome your application in the form of a personal letter and CV no later than September 2, 2026. Your application will be public record.

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