Lund University, Department of Technology & Society, LTH

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Description of the workplace 

The Department of Environmental and Energy Systems is part of the Department of Technology and Society. Today, the department conducts interdisciplinary energy system research from both a technical and policy perspective, focusing on climate-driven transitions. One of our strong research areas is industrial transformation. The research focuses on understanding and analysing the conditions needed for large-scale industrial transformation in line with climate goals, but also the consequences this change may have for other sustainability goals. Our research is interdisciplinary and includes both technically oriented energy system analysis and policy analysis.

We offer 

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. 
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Work duties 

As a project assistant, you will work on a project about the development of hydrogen technology for industrial transformation in Europe. The work tasks will mainly consist of assisting with data collection and basic analysis. Data collection involves mapping activities in relevant industrial sectors using national and international databases, as well as mapping and analyzing European roadmaps and strategies for hydrogen technology in particularly interesting value chains.

Qualifications  

Required qualifications for the position are:

  • A master’s degree in a relevant field, e.g., engineering, sustainability science, or geography.
  • Good knowledge in English, both written and spoken.
  • Good ability to work independently.
  • Strong ability to co-operate.
  • Knowledge of industrial transformation and the development of hydrogen technology.

Additional qualifications for the position are:

  • Experience of research work, e.g. data collection, database management and analysis (both qualitative and quantitative).
  • Previous experience of focused project work and delivering to deadlines.

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

Further information 

The position is a fixed term position for four months at 25 per cent of full time and starting as soon as possible, but no later than September 30th 2024.

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificates or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.). 

Welcome with your application! 

Type of employment Special fixed-term employment
Contract type Part-time
First day of employment As soon as possible, but no later than September 30th 2024.
Salary Montly salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 25 %
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2024/2302
Contact
  • Fredric Bauer, 046-2220000
Union representative
  • OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-2229362
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
  • SEKO: Seko Civil, 046-2229366
Published 21.Aug.2024
Last application date 04.Sep.2024 11:59 PM CEST

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