Researcher in Transport and Roads, focussing accessibility - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

We are looking for a researcher with a solid background in transport planning and analysis with great interest in accessibility analysis on a macro level scale. We foresee a person who is interested in trying out alternative methods and proposing innovative theories aimed at further developing the research field. The researcher will work in a new K2-project.

Resarch subject 

Transport and Roads, focussing accessibility

Work duties

This research position is intended to address interlinkages between transport, land-use planning and implications for vulnerable and marginalized groups. The expected approach is quantitative, requiring knowledge in transport modelling, accessibility analysis, GIS and open data sources. The theoretical framework should contain transport economics (traditional as well as alternative, justice-oriented approaches) and transport equity analytics.

The work duties contain:

Research within the subject area Participation in a new K2-project Teaching in the first, second and third cycles of studies Opportunity for training in higher education teaching and learning shall be given if teaching is part of the work duties. Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students Actively seeking external research funding Collaboration with industry and wider society Administration related to the work duties listed above

Qualification requirements

Applicants must have:

A PhD within the subject of the position. Very good oral and written proficiency in English. Basic proficiency in Swedish.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications

Experience of and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, as well as experience from grant application writing, targeting Swedish funding agencies.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment

Fixed-term employment, 12 months, (100%).

Instructions on how to apply

Applications shall be written in English, containing:

résumé/CV, including a list of publications, a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than three pages), contact information of at least two references, copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.

Upload the application as PDF-files in the recruitment system.