Senior lecturer in Geomatics

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About Karlstad University

Karlstad University provides broad-based, multidisciplinary programmes for students while developing strong areas of research. Our motto, Sapere Aude—dare to be wise—encourages our students and employees to develop knowledge and expertise that enrich both people and the world around them. Our academic environment is characterised by curiosity, courage, and perseverance. We promote gender equality, diversity, and sustainable development in close collaboration with the wider society. We are located in an active and scenic region.

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Position Overview

Are you interested in being part of the subject of Geomatics and contributing to our long-term development by strengthening the subject’s teaching and research activities? We offer an opportunity to teach in two Bachelor’s programmes, develop courses and study programmes at both Bachelor’s and Master’s levels, conduct research, and further your own expertise while actively contributing to shaping your future work environment.

Description

Geomatics is one of the subjects of the Department of Environmental and Life Sciences at the Faculty of Health, Science, and Technology. Undergraduate education in geomatics is primarily provided through the two 3-year study programmes: Programme in Surveying and Mapping and Engineering: Surveying Technology and Geographic IT, which are offered as on-campus programmes as well as through distance education. Geomatics currently has a staff of nine people, active in education and research.

The subject integrates knowledge and research approaches from different disciplines such as information technology, computer science, geodesy, risk and environmental studies, biology, and spatial and social planning. Current and recently completed research projects relate to risk management and modelling, climate change adaptation, natural hazards, social vulnerability, sustainable development, environmental monitoring, biodiversity, resilient cities, and mapping of vulnerable urban areas using AI and machine learning.

Duties

The position includes duties such as teaching, supervision, assessment, and development of courses at undergraduate and Master’s level in geomatics and geographic IT, including both on-campus and distance learning courses. Instruction is in Swedish for undergraduate courses and in English for Master’s level courses. You are expected to actively contribute to furthering the subject and the department regarding teaching, research, and community collaboration. As a senior lecturer, you are also expected to contribute to research and develop research activities by applying for external funding, expanding the current research network, and developing collaborations with actors in society and research environments within and outside the university. Leadership assignments may also be included in the duties.

In order to contribute to a positive working environment and help further the subject’s activities, we expect you to be a present and active part of the day-to-day operations and workplace community.

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for the position of senior lecturer in geomatics, applicants are required to have demonstrated teaching and research expertise. Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent academic qualifications in geomatics or other professional qualifications deemed relevant to the nature of the position and the duties included therein.

Pursuant to Karlstad University’s Appointments Procedure, teachers must have the personal qualities required to perform the duties included, as well as completed training in higher education pedagogy. Candidates who have not completed training in higher education pedagogy may still be hired, provided that they do so within two years of employment. For other qualification requirements, please refer to Karlstad University’s Appointments Procedure.

The position requires proficiency in Swedish and English. A candidate who does not meet the requirement of proficiency in Swedish may still be hired provided they are able to actively acquire these language skills.

Assessment Criteria

In the recruitment process, equal weight will be given to both relevant theoretical and practical knowledge in geomatics and geographic IT, as well as to teaching and research experience and expertise. The theoretical knowledge and practical experience are assessed through professional experience from higher education institutions and the public sector. Teaching expertise will be assessed based on the ability to plan, conduct, and develop teaching, as well as the ability to supervise and assess students.

Research experience and expertise will be assessed based on research quality and the scope of the research in terms of depth and range, as well as experience of applying for external research funding. It is also relevant if the main research orientation is of importance to the subject.

Special weight will be given to documented expertise in geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, or AI/ML in geospatial areas, documented knowledge of programming in relevant languages/frameworks, and experience with open-source solutions in geographic IT (GIT).

Terms

This is a permanent, full-time position starting 1 August 2025, or upon agreement. A probationary period may be required. In case of a prolonged recruitment process, the position will be filled temporarily. The selection is made among the applicants for the position.

Application

Submit the application via the University’s web-based recruitment tool, Varbi. Applicants are responsible for submitting a complete application in accordance with the advertisement, for providing translations of any documents written in a language other than Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, or English, and for ensuring that the documentation allows for objective and qualitative assessments. A complete application should be submitted by the application deadline. An incomplete application may jeopardise a fair assessment of qualifications.

The application should include:

• CV
• A cover letter describing the applicant’s qualifications in relation to the duties of the position
• An account of qualifications related to teaching and professional experience
• An account of future research and its relevance to the research activities of the subject
• Copies of relevant transcripts, degree certificates, certificates from former places of employment, and letters of recommendation that corroborate previous work experience
• List of publications
• An account of language proficiency
• Two references, at least one of which is a current or former supervisor.

Attach all the documents and publications you wish to be considered to the electronic application (not links). Name each uploaded document to clearly indicate its content.

Documents that cannot be submitted electronically, such as books or publications, should be sent in triplicate to the following address:

State the ref. no: REK2025/22

We look forward to your application!

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