Doctoral student in one of the following specialisations: French Studies with a specialisation in Didactics, French Studies with a specialisation in Linguistics, or Modern Greek Studies with a specialisation in Linguistics
Lund University, HT Faculties, Centre for Languages and Literature
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.
About the education
The doctoral position is located within Section 3 of the Centre for Languages and Literature (SOL), which encompasses the disciplines of French, Spanish, Italian, Romanian, Modern Greek, Ancient Greek, and Latin. Within French, education is offered at all levels, from beginner courses to doctoral studies, and research is conducted in the fields of linguistics, literary studies, didactics, and philology. Similarly, within Modern Greek, teaching spans from introductory to doctoral level, with research focusing on linguistics, literary studies, and area studies.
Information about doctoral studies at the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology can be found at https://www.ht.lu.se/en/education/doctoral-studies/.
The education is carried out in Lund.
Work assignments
Doctoral studies. Departmental work, such as teaching and administrative tasks, can be assigned. The maximum amount of such work is 20 %.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for doctoral studies in French Studies and in Modern Greek Studies are specified in the respective general syllabus, available at https://www.ht.lu.se/en/utbildning/forskarutbildning/dina-doktorandstudier/general-syllabi/.
Assessment criteria
The selection process will primarily take into account the applicants’ ability to benefit from doctoral studies. This is assessed against the criteria quality, quantity, progression and relevance.
Application
Instructions for applying for a doctoral position can be found here https://www.ht.lu.se/en/education/doctoral-studies/become-a-doctoral-student-at-the-ht-faculties/application-and-admission/.
The application must include:
- CV / list of qualifications
- cover letter
- records of previous studies
- documentation of language skills
- academic paper / degree projects
- any scholarly publications
- project plan.
Please note that you need to upload all documents with your application in PDF format.
Type of employment
Limit of tenure, four years according to 5 kap. 7 § HF.
| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| First day of employment | 1st September 2026 |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100 |
| City | Lund |
| County | Skåne län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | PA2025/3097 |
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| Published | 20.Nov.2025 |
| Last application date | 20.Dec.2025 |