Senior Lecturer in Social Work
We are seeking a person with a doctoral degree in social work who wants to be part of developing teaching and research at Marie Cederschiöld University College.
The Department of Social Work offers education at bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. We have one of Sweden's oldest social work programs, with 90 students admitted each fall semester. In addition, we offer two master's programs: one focusing on intimate partner violence and one in health and medical social work.
The department conducts research under the heading "Social Work for Social Justice" within three prioritized areas: Children, Youth and Violence; Family Caregiving; and Disability. Beyond these three profile areas, the department also conducts studies on, for example, civil society and social work, voluntary social work, international perspectives, and substance abuse.
We have a doctoral program in social work with dozens of active doctoral students.
Your Responsibilities
As a senior lecturer, you are expected to:
Conduct teaching at bachelor's and master's levels.
Conduct research.
Work to secure external research funding for the department.
Implement quality assurance and administrative work related to education.
Contribute to developing national and international collaborations, both within academia and with the broader society.
Support a collegial and inclusive environment through presence and collaborative skills.
Research and/or subject development typically comprises 20 percent of working time.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Doctoral degree in social work or a related subject if the research is relevant to social work
Social work degree (socionom)
Evaluation Criteria
When hiring, we will place particular emphasis on documented scientific, pedagogical, and leadership, development, and collaboration skills, according to the university's employment regulations for senior lecturers.
We are seeking a person with solid background in social work who wants to contribute to developing the field in both teaching and research. Professional experience in social work is therefore meritorious. We seek someone who is attentive and has strong collaboration skills. You plan and organize your work independently and responsibly. You have excellent ability to express yourself orally and in writing in both Swedish and English.
Scientific Skills:
Visibility and engagement in the scientific community
Breadth, depth, and originality of research
Relevant scientific publications connected to the position's content
Clear research direction and experience in seeking and securing external research funding
Pedagogical Skills:
Ability to vary teaching methods and assessment forms based on the nature of the subject
Ability to contribute to the development of learning environments, teaching materials, and educational resources
Scientifically well-grounded approach to teaching and learning in higher education
Experience with individual supervision of thesis work at relevant levels
Ability to lead and organize pedagogical activities
Commitment to pedagogy and subject expertise
Higher education pedagogy education of at least 15 credits or equivalent competence
Leadership, Development, and Collaboration Skills:
Ability to lead and develop education and research
Collaboration skills within academia and in relation to society at large
Experience with pedagogical leadership assignments, such as course responsibility at relevant levels
Employment Terms and Application
As an employee at Marie Cederschiöld University College, you are offered flexible working hours, opportunity for extended continuous summer leave, occupational pension, and access to various employee benefits. Your workplace is located on campus Ersta on Södermalm in Stockholm.
The position is a permanent full-time position (100%) with a probationary period.
Start date January 1, 2027 or by agreement.
Application: Applications are submitted via Varbi. A complete application must include the following documents:
Cover letter explaining how you wish to contribute to teaching and research at the department
CV with relevant description of overall qualifications
Scientific account
Pedagogical account
Account of leadership, development, and collaboration skills
Account of other relevant experience
Certificate of completed higher education pedagogy education
Publication list
Relevant scientific publications (maximum 10)
Copies of relevant transcripts/certificates
Application Deadline: August 16, 2026.
The application will be reviewed by experts in accordance with the university's employment regulations for senior lecturers.
Please feel free to reach out if you have questions about the position or the workplace.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Information
For more information about the position, contact Dean Veronica Ekström: [email protected].
For union-related information, contact Elisabeth Christiansson (Akademikerföreningen/SULF): [email protected]
The college changed its name in 2022 from Ersta Sköndal Bräcke University College to Marie Cederschiöld University College.
For more information about education, research, and doctoral studies at Marie Cederschiöld University College, see www.mchs.se.
Marie Cederschiöld University College is characterized by an open and inclusive approach, where equality and equal terms are seen as an integral part of the organization.
A conscious selection process was made for this recruitment. Contact from ad sellers and recruitment service providers is not welcome.Senior Lecturer in Social Work
We are seeking a person with a doctoral degree in social work who wants to be part of developing teaching and research at Marie Cederschiöld University College.
The Department of Social Work offers education at bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. We have one of Sweden's oldest social work programs, with 90 students admitted each fall semester. In addition, we offer two master's programs: one focusing on intimate partner violence and one in health and medical social work.
The department conducts research under the heading "Social Work for Social Justice"…
Přehled
Typ
job
Stav
active
Viditelnost
public
Město
Stockholm
Adresa
Stigbergsgatan 30
GPS
59.3139393, 18.0765536
Email
Zobrazení
5
Publikováno
8. 5. 2026
Upraveno
5. 8. 2026
Poloha
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Parametry
Kraj
Stockholms län
Duration
na dobu neurčitou
Zaměstnavatel
Marie Cederschiöld högskola AB
Postcode
10061
Počet míst
1
Profese
Universitets- och högskolelektor
Salary Type
pevná měsíční, týdenní nebo hodinová mzda
Scope Of Work
100–100 %
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