Prof. of Business Administration; Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Organization
- Östersund, Jämtland
- Permanent
- Heltid
The successful candidate for this position is expected to take overall responsibility for the development of the discipline of business administration. The candidate conducts high-quality research, leads or participates in various research projects, actively applies for research funding (for themselves and others), and contributes to seminars and other development work. The role includes responsibility for teaching at all levels and in all forms of education, ensuring quality, progression, and course development.Collaboration with colleagues and external partners is essential at both the local and global levels. Administrative tasks and some leadership responsibilities (e.g., group or project management) are also included.Location: This position is located on the Östersund Campus, and travel between campuses is required. A high level of on-site presence is expected.What you can expect
- A collaborative environment with dedicated colleagues who aim to make a difference for students and stakeholders
- A workplace that values local, regional, national, and international collaboration
- 40% of this position is dedicated to research
- Opportunity to develop and implement one's own ideas regarding education and research
To be qualified for employment as a professor you must possess demonstrated academic and educational aptitude. Furthermore, the eligibility requirements described in and in theThe candidate must hold a PhD in Business Administration with a focus relevant to the subject.A minimum of 15 higher education credits in university-level pedagogy (or 10 weeks of full-time study) is required. If not already completed, this must be achieved within two years of employment.The successful candidate must also demonstrate the following:
- Active research with significant high-quality international publications in recent years
- Proven track record in publishing in top-ranked journals as noted on the Academic Journal Guide – (UK-ABS Latest List), including lead and single authored papers
- Originality, breadth, and depth in theory and method
- Scientific independence
- Ability to plan, initiate, and successfully lead research projects and supervise doctoral students
- Demonstrated ability to supervise doctoral students in the discipline of business administration
- Success in obtaining competitive research funding (e.g., from the Swedish Research Council)
- Extensive experience in educational development and educational quality assurance at all levels
- Proven teaching excellence at different levels and broad experience with different teaching methods
- Ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to a positive work environment
- Administrative and leadership skills
- Proficiency in Swedish or English, both spoken and written
Equal emphasis is placed on pedagogical and scientific proficiency. Mid Sweden University will conduct a qualitative overall assessment of scientific and pedagogical skills, as well as suitability.Additional weight will also be given to candidates that demonstrate the following:
- International experience and contacts
- Documented experience with technology-supported learning
Great emphasis is placed on personal characteristics. The candidate is expected to contribute constructively to a positive collegial environment, show initiative, responsibility, and a focus on development, results, and quality. Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills are essential. The candidate must demonstrate both the ability to collaborate and the suitability required to successfully fulfill the position’s duties.Employment process
Processing of the appointment will comply with the provisions in Chapter 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance, and will be carried out in accordance withTerms of employment
Permanent employment consisting of 100% of full-time employment, starting on 1 August 2026. Salary is negotiated on an individual basis and is commensurate with similar positions in the Swedish academic context.Place of employment: ÖstersundInformation
For more detailed information contact the Head of department, Daniel Laven, daniel.laven@miun.se, tfn 010 142 86 20, Head of Discipline Peter Öhman, peter.ohman@miun.se, tfn 010 142 86 77 or Director of Studies Anna-Maria Jansson, anna-maria.jansson@miun.se, tfn. 010 142 84 14.Application
Application documents must be submitted in Swedish or English.Applications must include the following materials:
- CV
- Documentation of scientific and pedagogical qualifications and grades (including grades from any relevant courses in pedagogics)
- List of publications
- Up to 10 selected scientific works
- Written description of your scientific work
- Written description of your pedagogic qualifications and reflections (in Swedish referred to as a pedagogic portfolio)