Assistant professor with a specialisation in cybersecurity

Luleå University of Technology experiences rapid growth with world-leading expertise within several research areas. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, the public sector and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has an annual turnover of just over SEK 2.3 billion. We have more than 1,800 employees and nearly 21,600 students. The Electric Power Engineering group in Skellefteå enjoys a strong national and international reputation for its leading research. It is internationally recognized as a world leader in power quality and is also highly regarded nationally for its undergraduate education in electric power systems. Over the years, the group's research results have attracted significant attention from both industry and academia. Subject description The research subject Electric Power Engineering covers studies of sustainable systems for production of electrical energy, transport of electrical energy and the interaction between the power grid, electricity production and electricity consumption. Duties Associate Professors are normally expected to be engaged in the university's education, pedagogical development activities, and research. Responsibilities also include keeping abreast of international developments within the discipline and supervising doctoral students. Associate Professors are expected to contribute to the university's development efforts, work to secure external research funding for the subject area, and be available for leadership and administrative assignments. Associate Professors are also expected to lead research projects, communicate their results through academic publications, and maintain an active presence within the research community of their field. As an Associate Professor, you will strengthen the research group and broaden its research activities, supervise doctoral students, and teach students. Possible research specializations include: Operation and operational reliability of future transmission and distribution networks Planning, hosting capacity (grid capacity limits), and reliability of future transmission and distribution networks Protection of future transmission and distribution networks Qualifications Qualified for an appointment as an associate professor are those who have demonstrated both research and teaching expertise. As much attention must be given to the assessment of teaching expertise as to the assessment of research expertise. To meet the requirements for the employment as an associate professor, the applicant: must have demonstrated a research profile showing a clear progress after the completion of the doctoral thesis, and scientific contributions corresponding to at least two doctoral theses including the doctoral thesis; must have worked as an independent researcher, and thus has, experience of research-related commissions of trust, for example, as a reviewer for journals, and/or as an external reviewer; experience of applying for and being granted, in competition, external funding for research and/or development projects; experience of having leading roles in research projects; must have published research output together with researchers within research environments other than the applicant's own environment. must have experience of supervising doctoral students and must have been the assistant supervisor for at least one doctoral student for at least two years, unless there are exceptional reasons to the contrary; must demonstrate pedagogical expertise through proven experience, teaching expertise and teaching development must have completed higher education pedagogy courses equivalent to 7.5 higher education credits or otherwise have acquired equivalent knowledge; must demonstrate the ability to collaborate with the wider community by means of, among other things, making new knowledge available to the wider community; incorporation of societal needs into educational and/or research contexts. Assessment criteria The following assessment criteria are applied for the position: research expertise teaching expertise other assessment criteria Other assessment criteria, weighted equally: Administrative competence relevant to the subject area and to the duties included in the position. Ability to collaborate and engage with the wider community and society. Ability to secure external research and development funding. Ability to communicate research and development activities. Ability to teach in Swedish. Good proficiency in both English and Swedish. Ability to develop courses at both undergraduate and advanced (master's) levels. Published research results, within one or more of the proposed specializations, in leading international journals. Information For further information about the position, please contact Professor and Head of Subject Sarah Rönnberg, 0910–585721, mailto:sarah.ronnberg@ltu.se Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 mailto:diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 mailto:marika.vesterberg@ltu.se In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence. Application We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below and attach the requested application documents including diplomas (certified and translated into Swedish or English), pedagogical self-reflection and publications, etc. We prefer that applicants follows the https://www.ltu.se/download/18.27fd965b18df224ef099841d/1710402295167/EngelskaAns%C3%B6kningsmall.pdf. Note that the applicant´s educational qualifications should be particularly documented. Mark your application with the reference number below. 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Location:  London, UK (hybrid working)  Duration: 18mth fixed term contract, full-time Reports to: ISSB Chair Purpose: This fixed term contract is a pivotal role that directly supports the ISSB Chair, working in close collaboration with the ISSB Chair's Counsellor. It requires seamless coordination with colleagues across multiple global locations, fostering effective communication and teamwork within the IFRS Foundation and ISSB. The position demands a high degree of professionalism, adaptability and cultural sensitivity to navigate the complexities of an international organisation dedicated to sustainability standards. Principal accountabilities: * Diary management: Extensive, planning, proactive, flexible diary management in a rigorous manner and across multiple time zones with frequent and strong follow-up, and close coordination with the Chair’s Counsellor. The objective is to optimise the ISSB Chair time and ensure his smooth day-to-day external engagements and collaborative work within the IFRS Foundation and ISSB. * Punctuality and time-keeping: Ensure, based on the situation, that the ISSB Chair is timely for meetings, engagements, or travel commitments. * Complex travel arrangements and logistics: Coordinate dynamic domestic and international travel plans, including transport and accommodation bookings in line with the ISSB Chair's preferences. Facilitate visa procurement and other necessary travel documentation, ensuring compliance with the Foundation's travel policy. Additional responsibilities include flight check-in, monitoring transportation logistics, and adapting schedules in real-time in case of delays. * Meeting coordination: Oversee the logistical aspects of virtual and in-person meetings: verify dial-in details, reserve appropriate meeting spaces, and manage restaurant bookings as required. * IT support and troubleshooting: Provide proactive IT assistance, such as setting up virtual meetings and resolving technical issues, while liaising with the helpdesk when necessary. * Visitor reception: Greet and facilitate the reception of external visitors as applicable. * Expense management and reporting: Process professional expenses of the ISSB Chair monthly, and pre-approve travel and expense claims for the ISSB Chair's direct reports. * Administrative tasks: Handle all administrative duties, including managing correspondence, drafting responses, obtaining approvals for requests requiring signatures, document management, note compilation, contact updates, and business card handling. * Internal and external stakeholder engagement: Liaise with internal staff (eg other support staff, senior management, board members and Trustees) and external stakeholders at all levels (eg officials from government, senior figures from regulators, the accounting profession and other international bodies). 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French language proficiency is a plus. * Resourceful and proactive approach, ability to work flexibly and manage multiple and diverse responsibilities, prioritise workload appropriately, respond to conflicting demands on an urgent and ad-hoc basis, whilst maintaining composure and a high level of attention to detail. * Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Reader is required. * Proficiency in iOS is appreciated. Closing date: 14th August 2026   Please note that while we have a closing date for this application, we reserve the right to interview candidates and potentially close the role early should we find a suitable candidate before the closing date.   About us At the IFRS Foundation, we believe better information leads to better decisions. We set financial reporting standards that enable companies to meet the evolving information needs of the global capital markets. United by our purpose to foster trust, growth and long-term financial stability in the global economy, we engage in challenging, meaningful work every day—across all our areas of expertise. If you share our passion for this mission, we want to hear from you. Diverse perspectives. International expertise. Working for our global organisation offers many benefits, including: * rewarding work that serves the public interest; * engagement with diverse international experts; * inclusive and collaborative teams; * intellectually challenging projects; * flexible working arrangements; * numerous areas of specialisation; and * opportunities for professional growth and development. Diversity and inclusion are seen as key strengths of our organisation. These qualities are essential for us to engage with and meet the needs of our varied global stakeholders, and they are part of what makes the IFRS Foundation a great place to work. #LI-MM1