Senior Lecturer in Computer and Systems Sciences focusing on Conceptual Modelling

Department of Computer and Systems SciencesFor more information about us, please visit: Department of Computer and Systems SciencesSubject/subject descriptionIn the area of Computer and Systems Sciences it is important to develop and use information systems in congruence with organisation’s needs. Conceptual Modelling and especially its focus on ontological analysis of knowledge is a research area that contributes to this by developing methods and tools for eliciting business requirements and designing information system solutions. Research in Conceptual Modelling with a focus on ontologies deals with theories, methods, and tools for knowledge capture, representation, and analysis to create requirements specification as well as organisational and system designs. Conceptual Modelling is a core of many fruitful areas of research and technological development such as system analysis, design, and enterprise architecture, and capability management. Conceptual Modelling and especially ontology analysis, is a research area that contributes to many areas that require formality in knowledge representation.Main responsibilitiesMain duties are teaching, course development, course responsibility, supervision, and research in Conceptual Modelling. Examples of content in the courses are OO system analysis and design, model-based system development, IT in organisations as well as database design.The applicant is expected to strengthen courses theoretical foundation and practical relevance.The following aspects are expected from the applicant:Be actively engaged in research and develop a clear line of research through independent research projects.Actively contribute to education at all levels.Supervise doctoral and master's students.Apply for external research funding.Participate in faculty and university-wide commitments.Engage in international collaborations at a high academic level.Collaborate with other research groups, both within and outside the university.The position includes research time according to the local working time agreement for senior lecturers.Qualification requirementsEligible applicants for the position of senior lecturer should hold a Ph.D. or have equivalent research skills and have demonstrated teaching expertise.The applicant must possess English language skills at a professional level.The applicant must have the ability to cooperate with colleagues as well as other abilities that are required in order successfully to meet the demands of the position.Assessment criteriaSpecial and equal emphasis will be placed on teaching, supervision, and research skills within the area of Conceptual Modelling, ontological analysis of knowledge and models, enterprise modelling, and model-driven development based on enterprise and system models, including process and conceptual models.Teaching proficiency should normally be demonstrated through teaching experience at both the undergraduate and master’s levels. Teaching proficiency should be well documented in a manner that makes it possible to assess the quality of the teaching activities.Strong emphasis will be placed on a documented ability to cooperate well with colleagues and fellow researchers.Emphasis will be placed on administrative skills and proven collaboration with the surrounding society and dissemination of research and development findings.Emphasis will also be placed on having successfully planned, applied for and obtained research project funds from external research funding bodies.It is a merit to have completed at least 15 higher education credits in teaching and learning in higher education or to have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge.It is a merit to have documented knowledge of teaching and supervision in Swedish.About The EmploymentThis position (in Swedish, “universitetslektor”) is full-time, indefinite-term employment. A six-month probationary period may apply.The employment includes time for competence development and research according to the current terms and conditions of the collective agreement.An applicant who does not have at least 15 higher education credits in teaching and learning in higher education, and is not deemed to have acquired equivalent knowledge, must complete such training within the first two years of employment.Additional informationProficiency in Swedish is not a requirement for the position, but the applicant has to be ready to take on administrative and pedagogical tasks that demand an understanding and usage of Swedish after two years of employment.The Faculty of Social Sciences strives for a gender balance and women are, therefore, encouraged to apply for this position.We offerWith us, you will experience the dynamic interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international environment and get favourable conditions.Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.ContactFurther information about the position can be obtained from the Head of the Department, Jelena Zdravkovic, tfn +46 8-164994, jelenaz@dsv.su.se.For questions regarding the application process, please contact administrator Johanna Koivunen, tfn +46 8-120 76838, johanna.koivunen@su.se.ApplicationApply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the University’s instructions, and that it is submitted before the deadline.We would appreciate it if your application is written in English. Since it will be examined by international experts, English is the working language.Teaching positions: Instruction and application template.The University’s rules of employment and instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.Stockholm University contributes to the development of sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment and the pursuit of truth.Anställningsform: tillsvidareanställning | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100 % | Ort: Stockholm | Län: Stockholms län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: SU FV-3183-25 | Facklig företrädare: Saco-S saco@saco.su.se, Saco-S saco@saco.su.se, ST/OFR st@st.su.se, ST/OFR st@st.su.se, Seko seko@seko.su.se, Seko seko@seko.su.se, | Publicerat: 2025-11-13 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2025-12-11