Assistant Professor in Polymer Technology with a focus on Polymer Chemistry

About the position

Assistant Professor in Polymer Technology with a focus on Polymer Chemistry

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No

The Department of Chemistry at Lund University, Faculty of Engineering, invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor in Polymer technology with focus on polymer chemistry.

Current research within polymer technology at CAS is mainly directed towards polymers for energy and the environment, including polymeric materials for energy storage and conversion, and sustainable biobased polymers.

In this context, the successful candidate may develop new synthetic pathways to meet demanding polymer properties for specific application areas.

The position therefore offers an excellent opportunity to develop an independent research programme at the interface of polymer chemistry, material science and sustainability, supported by a strong research environment and dedicated PhD-student funding.

Polymer Technology with a focus on Polymer Chemistry.

Deep knowledge in polymer technology and polymer chemistry is crucial for the development, production, application and recyclability of the next generation of efficient and environmentally benign polymeric materials.

Employment as an assistant professor is a tenure track position, which aims for the holder to develop their independence as a researcher and educator.

Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students.

Actively seeking external research funding.

Qualification requirements for employment as an assistant professor are fulfilled by someone who has been awarded a doctorate or has the corresponding research competence.

Experience of postdoctoral research in a research environment other than the university at which the applicant obtained their PhD degree

A submitted research plan (1500-2000 words) that can form the basis for external funding

As part of the application, the applicant is to submit a research plan (1500-2000 words) clearly describing the research that will be conducted during the employment within the topic of Polymer Chemistry.

The purpose of the appointment is for the teacher to be given the opportunity to develop research autonomy and acquire the scholarly and teaching qualifications required for eligibility for appointment as a senior lecturer.

Promotion to Senior Lecturer in Polymer Technology with a focus on Polymer Chemistry

During the period of employment, an assistant professor can apply for promotion to a permanent position as Senior Lecturer if he or she has the required qualifications listed below, and is deemed suitable.

An assistant professor can only apply for promotion once.

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What you’ll bring

• Qualification requirements
• Qualification requirements for employment as an assistant professor are fulfilled by someone who has been awarded a doctorate or has the corresponding research competence.
• Other qualifications
• The purpose of the appointment is for the teacher to be given the opportunity to develop research autonomy and acquire the scholarly and teaching qualifications required for eligibility for appointment as a senior lecturer.
• Please draw up the application in accordance with LTH’s Academic qualifications portfolio – see link below.
• During the period of employment, an assistant professor can apply for promotion to a permanent position as Senior Lecturer if he or she has the required qualifications listed below, and is deemed suitable.
• Sufficient knowledge of Swedish to carry out administrative and educational tasks that require an understanding of Swedish.
• Research Field: Chemistry
• Education Level: PhD or equivalent
• Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10

At a glance

Position type

Assistant professor

Institution

Lund University

Department

Lund University, LTH,

Research group

Not stated

Location

Lund, Sweden, SE

Supervisor / contact person

Not stated

Funding

Funding not stated
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Placed at the Centre for Analysis and Synthesis (CAS) at the Department of Chemistry, the recruited Assistant Professor will be supported by funding of a PhD student.
The position therefore offers an excellent opportunity to develop an independent research programme at the interface of polymer chemistry, material science and sustainability, supported by a strong research environment and dedicated PhD-student funding.
Actively seeking external research funding.
A submitted research plan (1500-2000 words) that can form the basis for external funding
Documented ability to acquire competitive external research funding.
Ability to actively, independently, and successfully seek external funding as main applicant.
If the applicant has not received such funding as main applicant, they must be able to show very good evaluations from the application process.

Duration

6 years

Expected start

Not stated

Vacancy reference

EURAXESS-465244

Research focus

Discipline

Chemistry, Physics

Research area

Energy storage, Polymers

Methods

Synthesis, Microscopy

Software

Not stated

Dates to know

Listed on FOSS Positions

28 Sep 2026

Original advertisement date

Not stated in the source

Application deadline

03 Nov 2026 · 22:59 UTC

Priority review date

Not stated

Last checked

28 Sep 2026

Last updated

28 Sep 2026

2026-11-03T22:59:59+00:00

How to apply

Application Deadline: 3 Nov 2026 - 22:59 (UTC)
The Department of Chemistry conducts research across all core areas of chemistry with a broad theme of research in support of a sustainable society. Focus areas include the environment, renewable resources, energy and health. Of special relevance are molecular design and synthesis, and understanding of the interplay between structure and properties, chemical and physical processes, and application performance. Advanced characterization of material properties by, e.g., electron microscopy and X-ray characterization (in particular at the synchrotron MAX IV) is also a focal area of the Department.
Current research within polymer technology at CAS is mainly directed towards polymers for energy and the environment, including polymeric materials for energy storage and conversion, and sustainable biobased polymers. We synthesize and characterize new monomers, polymer structures, and materials to establish fundamental structure-property relationships relevant for specific application areas. In our work we emphasize a creative environment characterized by scientific excellence, diversity, generosity and freedom.
We are now expanding and need to further strengthen our capacity and competence in polymer chemistry. In this context, the successful candidate may develop new synthetic pathways to meet demanding polymer properties for specific application areas. The choice of research approach, application area, etc., will be determined by the research interests of the candidate. Combinations of experimental techniques and theory are most welcome.
Deep knowledge in polymer technology and polymer chemistry is crucial for the development, production, application and recyclability of the next generation of efficient and environmentally benign polymeric materials.

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Original sources

https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/465244 ↗

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