Assistant Professor in Electromagnetic Theory - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Electrical and Information Technology at Lund University, Faculty of Engineering invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor in Electromagnetic Theory. The position is located at the Division of Electromagnetics and Nanoelectronics. The division has 15 senior researchers and approx. 20 PhD students and a rich collaboration with industry. Within the division, we work in a broad field from electromagnetic theory to physical electronics and semiconductor designs. Our research focuses on a wide range of applications from THz electronics, through advanced calculations of electromagnetic waves and their interaction with material structures, to neuromorphic structures for artificial intelligence. We also work on quantum and cryogenic electronics, advanced low-power devices and circuit concepts for the internet of things, power electronics and design and evaluation of metamaterials. Our teaching includes courses in electromagnetics, basic and high-frequency electronics as well as advanced device physics, at both bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

Subject
Electromagnetic Theory

Subject description
Electromagnetic theory forms the basis of electrical engineering and optics, and describes the interaction between electromagnetic fields and material structures at both macroscopic and microscopic levels. The subject aims at a deep understanding of electromagnetic phenomena to enable scientific achievements and technological progress. To achieve these goals, solving Maxwell's equations with advanced mathematical methods is central, and both theoretical, numerical and experimental methods are relevant. Examples of important applications are antennas; communications and radar systems; modeling, characterization and design of materials at the macroscopic and microscopic level; inverse scattering problems and nondestructive testing; as well as microwave technology for particle accelerators. For this position, we are specifically looking for expertise in the design of electromagnetically functional surfaces (metasurfaces), where the surface structure is adapted to control the electromagnetic field.

Work duties
Employment as an assistant professor is a tenure track position, which aims for the holder to develop their independence as a researcher and educator. The work duties mainly involve research and teaching. The position includes the opportunity to undertake five weeks of training in teaching and learning in higher education.

Work duties include:

• Research within the subject area.
• Teaching in the first, second and third cycles of studies.
• 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
Qualification requirements for employment as an assistant professor are fulfilled by someone who has been awarded a doctorate or has the corresponding research competence.

Primary consideration should be given to someone who has been awarded a doctorate or achieved the equivalent competence within five years of the deadline for application for employment as an assistant professor. However, someone who has been awarded a doctorate or achieved the equivalent expertise at an earlier date may also be considered if there are special grounds. Special grounds are sick leave, parental leave or other similar circumstances.

Assessment criteria
For appointment to assistant professor, the following shall form the assessment criteria:

• A good ability to develop and carry out high quality research.
• Teaching ability.

Additional requirements

• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Documented experience in theoretical and experimental methods within the subject area.

Other qualifications

• Significant documented research experience (e.g. from postdoc or doctoral studies) from another university/institute or relevant experience from industry/public sector.
• Documented experience in teaching and course leadership.
• Documented experience of cooperation with industry
• Collaborative skills, initiative and the ability to solve work tasks independently, as well as a demonstrated interest in leadership.

The extent to which the applicant, through their experience and skills, may complement and strengthen ongoing research, undergraduate education, departmental innovation, and how they can contribute to the future development of the department will also be taken into consideration.

Terms of employment
This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of 6 years. The employment is regulated in accordance with Chapter 4 Section 12a§ HEA. 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.

We offer
Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.  Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee Work at https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/work-lund-university.

Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English. Please draw up the application in accordance with LTH’s Academic qualifications portfolio – see link below. Upload the application as PDF-files in the recruitment system. Read more: http://www.lth.se/english/working-at-lth/to-apply-for-academic-positions-at-lth/

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Promotion to Senior Lecturer in Electromagnetic Theory
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.

Qualification requirements
Appointment to senior lecturer requires that the applicant has:

• A PhD or corresponding research competence or professional expertise considered important with regard to the subject matter of the post and the work duties it will involve.
• Demonstrated teaching expertise.
• Completed five weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning, or acquired equivalent knowledge by other means.

Assessment criteria
The assessment criteria specify the aspects to be considered, and the level to be achieved, for the assessment criteria to be deemed fulfilled. The following assessment criteria must be fulfilled for appointment to senior lecturer:

• A good national and international standing as a researcher. The requirement for international experience shall be assessed with consideration to the character and traditions of the subject.
• Good teaching ability, including a good ability to conduct, develop and lead teaching and other educational activities on different levels and using a variety of teaching methods.
• An ability to supervise doctoral students to achieve a PhD.
• An ability to collaborate with wider society and communicate his or her activities.
• A general ability to lead and develop activities.

Additional requirements

• Good ability to collaborate, independence and drive.
• Progression in research and teaching expertise.
• Sufficient knowledge of Swedish to carry out administrative and educational tasks that require an understanding of Swedish.
• Demonstrated ability to actively and with positive evaluation seek external funding either independently or in collaboration with other researchers within Lund University.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development and renewal of the activities.
• Documented experience in educational development.
• Documented good ability to collaborate with researchers and students at Lund University.