Assistant Professor of Physics (Stockholm University)

Department of Physics Stockholm University is one of Sweden’s leading research universities with strong international collaboration and a major focus on fundamental and applied science. The Department of Physics is a large, internationally oriented department with: ~230 employees ~65 PhD students broad experimental and theoretical research activities More information: Department of Physics, Stockholm University Subject Experimental Chemical Physics with focus on X-Ray Characterization of Chemical Processes Subject Description The research focuses on: fundamental chemical processes in environmentally sustainable materials development and application of X-ray spectroscopic methods advanced experimental chemical physics A key emphasis is understanding chemical processes at a fundamental level using state-of-the-art X-ray techniques. Main Responsibilities Conduct research in experimental chemical physics Teach and supervise students (undergraduate and doctoral level) Contribute to development of research activities Teaching is a secondary but important component of the role. Qualification Requirements To qualify for the assistant professor (“biträdande lektor”) position, applicants must: Hold a PhD (Sweden or equivalent international degree) Normally have completed the PhD within the last 7 years (with exceptions for e.g. parental leave or illness) Demonstrate ability to collaborate and perform academic duties Assessment Criteria Primary Focus: Research Excellence Special emphasis will be placed on: Strong research record in the subject area Potential to lead and develop research groups Also considered: Teaching experience Leadership potential Experience in supervision, project management, or collaboration Required Technical/Research Experience Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in: ultrafast (femtosecond) laser spectroscopy ultrafast X-ray spectroscopy (e.g. free-electron lasers) X-ray spectroscopy under operando conditions research aligned with development and use of the UOPS instrument The research should focus on fundamental chemical processes, with advanced instrumentation playing a central role. Employment Terms This is a tenure-track position: Swedish title: “biträdande lektor” Fixed term: 6 years (extendable up to 8 years under special conditions) Opportunity for promotion to permanent associate professor (“universitetslektor”) Promotion application must be submitted at least 9 months before the end of the contract. WISE Fellowship Package This position is part of the: Wallenberg Initiative Material Science for Sustainability (WISE) The recruitment package includes: salary funding for 2 postdoctoral researchers funding for 2 PhD students integration into a national research program This enables building a full research group from the start. Research Environment Key infrastructure and initiatives include: development of the UOPS instrument hard X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy up to 1 bar gas pressure free-electron laser (FEL) experiments high-harmonic generation (HHG) laser sources The position is embedded in strong national and international collaborations in advanced X-ray science. Additional Information Full-time position (100%) Location: Stockholm Salary: Individual setting Temporary tenure-track position Reference: SU FV-1602-26 Deadline: 31 August 2026 Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply to improve gender balance. Contact Academic Contacts Prof. Tony Hansson tony.hansson@fysik.su.se Prof. Martin Beye (X-ray Chemical Physics) martin.beye@fysik.su.se Application Support Rahwa Ghebresellase rahwa.ghebresellase@su.se Application Applications must be submitted via the Stockholm University recruitment system. Requirements: English application (mandatory) Complete application according to university instructions Guidelines: Stockholm University – Apply for a Position About Stockholm University Stockholm University is a leading international research university located in the National City Park, combining: cutting-edge fundamental research strong teaching environment interdisciplinary collaboration global scientific networks It aims to promote sustainability, knowledge, and academic freedom in a discrimination-free environment. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Physicaloxy

Department of Physics

Stockholm University is one of Sweden’s leading research universities with strong international collaboration and a major focus on fundamental and applied science.

The Department of Physics is a large, internationally oriented department with:

~230 employees
~65 PhD students
broad experimental and theoretical research activities

More information:
Department of Physics, Stockholm University

Subject

Experimental Chemical Physics with focus on X-Ray Characterization of Chemical Processes

Subject Description

The research focuses on:

fundamental chemical processes in environmentally sustainable materials
development and application of X-ray spectroscopic methods
advanced experimental chemical physics

A key emphasis is understanding chemical processes at a fundamental level using state-of-the-art X-ray techniques.

Main Responsibilities

Conduct research in experimental chemical physics
Teach and supervise students (undergraduate and doctoral level)
Contribute to development of research activities

Teaching is a secondary but important component of the role.

Qualification Requirements

To qualify for the assistant professor (“biträdande lektor”) position, applicants must:

Hold a PhD (Sweden or equivalent international degree)
Normally have completed the PhD within the last 7 years (with exceptions for e.g. parental leave or illness)
Demonstrate ability to collaborate and perform academic duties

Assessment Criteria

Primary Focus: Research Excellence

Special emphasis will be placed on:

Strong research record in the subject area
Potential to lead and develop research groups

Also considered:

Teaching experience
Leadership potential
Experience in supervision, project management, or collaboration

Required Technical/Research Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in:

ultrafast (femtosecond) laser spectroscopy
ultrafast X-ray spectroscopy (e.g. free-electron lasers)
X-ray spectroscopy under operando conditions
research aligned with development and use of the UOPS instrument

The research should focus on fundamental chemical processes, with advanced instrumentation playing a central role.

Employment Terms

This is a tenure-track position:

Swedish title: “biträdande lektor”
Fixed term: 6 years (extendable up to 8 years under special conditions)
Opportunity for promotion to permanent associate professor (“universitetslektor”)

Promotion application must be submitted at least 9 months before the end of the contract.