In this post, Our Fastepo Team has listed available fully-funded PhD vacancies and postdoctoral positions at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden and will update these positions regularly.

Fully Funded PhD and Postdoc Vacancies at University of Gothenburg

23 October 2021

The University of Gothenburg, a distinguished public institution in Sweden, traces its roots to its establishment in 1878 and has since flourished into one of Scandinavia’s largest and most influential universities. With campuses strategically located not only within Sweden but also in neighboring European countries, it has consistently earned recognition as a top-tier European university. In this post, our dedicated Fastepo Team has thoughtfully compiled an up-to-date listing of fully funded PhD vacancies and postdoctoral positions available at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden. Rest assured that we will maintain regular updates on these opportunities to keep you informed of the latest possibilities for academic and research pursuits.

Available Fully funded PhD Vacancies at the University of Gothenburg

Below you can find the list of all available PhD positions (Salary of PhD and Postdoctoral students in Sweden) at the University of Gothenburg, along with the deadlines for applications. It should be noted that this post will be updated regularly.

Title: Doctoral position in Private Law with focus on Capital Market Law (University of Gothenburg PhD Vacancies)

Deadline: 14.06.2024

Type of employment: This is a full-time salaried position

Location: Department of Law, University of Gothenburg

Summary:

The University of Gothenburg offers a doctoral position in Private Law focusing on Capital Market Law at the Department of Law. The position involves conducting research on Capital Market Law, Company Law, and Bankruptcy and Insolvency Law, with a specific emphasis on the regulation of the Swedish corporate bond market and the obligations of corporate bond issuers towards bond holders. The position is full-time for an initial one-year period, extendable up to three years, with teaching responsibilities comprising up to 20% of full-time.

Requirements:

Eligible candidates should meet both general and specific criteria:

  • General eligibility includes holding an advanced degree (second-cycle qualification) or equivalent knowledge.
  • Specific eligibility requires holding a Swedish juristexamen or equivalent degrees, such as LLB and LLM degrees.
  • Proficiency in Swedish and English is necessary.
  • Completion of LLB and LLM degrees or equivalent courses by June 14, 2024, is required.

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Title: Doctoral student in Marine Biogeochemistry focusing on how Blue Growth sectors will influence greenhouse gas fluxes (University of Gothenburg PhD Vacancies)

Deadline: 19.06.2024

Type of employment: Fixed term employment, 4 years.
Extent: Full time, 100%.
Location: Until further notice at the Department of Marine Sciences at Gothenburg
First day of employment: As soon as possible, and no later than 1st of August 2024.

Summary:

The University of Gothenburg offers a doctoral position in Marine Biogeochemistry at the Department of Marine Science. The research focuses on understanding how the expansion of Blue Growth sectors impacts greenhouse gas fluxes, particularly methane and nitrous oxide, in the coastal ocean. The project aims to investigate the effects of marine industrial activities, sustainable energy, marine tourism, fisheries, and aquaculture on biogeochemical cycles in coastal regions.

Requirements:

To be eligible, applicants must have completed a master’s degree in a relevant subject area in the natural sciences and fulfilled course requirements totaling at least 60 credits at a second-cycle level in relevant subject areas. Relevant subjects include biogeochemistry, environmental chemistry, marine ecology, marine chemistry, environmental sciences, or closely related fields. Candidates should possess good skills in Swedish and English.

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List of open Postdoc Vacancies at the University of Gothenburg

Below you can find the list of all available postdoc positions at the University of Gothenburg, along with the deadlines for applications. It should be noted that this post will be updated regularly.

Title: Postdoctoral researcher in climatology: near-surface wind studies (University of Gothenburg Vacancies)

Type of employment: The position is a temporary employment for two years
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Earth Sciences, University of Gothenburg
First day of employment: September-October 2024

Deadline: 15.08.2024

Summary:

The University of Gothenburg is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in climatology to investigate near-surface wind speed (NSWS) changes under global warming, particularly focusing on offshore wind energy production. The project, supported by Formas, aims to understand the causes behind historical NSWS changes and project future trends. The researcher will analyze observation and climate model data, evaluate model performance, attribute NSWS changes to external forcings and internal variability, and project NSWS for the coming decades.

Requirements:

Applicants must have obtained a PhD in applied engineering and/or physical sciences (climatology, physical oceanography, and/or meteorology) within the last three years or by September 30, 2024. They should possess expertise in climate data analysis, including handling extensive spatial datasets using statistical and/or machine learning methods, and proficiency in programming/scripting languages like Matlab, Python, or R. Additionally, applicants should have authored peer-reviewed publications or technical reports utilizing climate model output and advanced climate data analysis tools. Proficiency in English communication is required, and previous experience with wind data and/or boundary layer dynamics focusing on NSWS is advantageous.

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Title: Postdoctoral fellow in bacterial proteomic analysis (University of Gothenburg Vacancies)

Type of employment: Fixed term during two years full time
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Gothenburg

Deadline: 11.06.2024

Summary:

The University of Gothenburg seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct proteomic and glycoproteomic characterization of Helicobacter pylori, focusing on an ancient ecospecies identified in high gastric cancer risk regions. Working within the Swedish Data Driven Life Science (DDLS) program, the fellow will analyze mass spectrometry data of proteins and glycans, particularly outer membrane proteins involved in host-microbe interaction. Collaboration with international experts and exchange opportunities are available.

Requirements:

Candidates must hold a doctoral degree or equivalent foreign degree by the time of employment decision. Strong motivation, independent and collaborative work abilities, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. Documented experience in proteomics/mass spectrometry data analysis within life sciences, along with a publication record, is required. Proficiency in English communication is necessary. Experience in comparative genomics or proteomics, representation at conferences, pedagogical skills, and interest in supervision are advantageous. Personal suitability and collaborative abilities are highly valued.

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Open Academic Positions at Swedish Universities

Please keep reading, if you could not find a PhD position that matched your profile, and you still want to do your PhD in Sweden. Below you will find a list of available academic positions (PhD and Postdocs) at other Swedish universities, but not all of them. 

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