Careers at Lund University

Working as a doctoral student

As a doctoral student at Lund University, you are employed while completing your PhD studies, giving you financial security and full employee benefits. The position combines research training with the possibility of some teaching or departmental duties, preparing you for a future career in academia or beyond.

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Working as an academic

At Lund University, academic positions combine education and research, offering a clear career path from assistant lecturer to professor. These roles provide long-term stability, opportunities for promotion, and the chance to shape both students’ learning and the University’s research environment.

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Working in a research position

Research positions such as researcher or associate researcher let you focus primarily on advancing your research within dynamic projects and international collaborations. These roles provide strong institutional support and development opportunities, though they are often project-based and not always permanent.

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Working in professional services roles

As administrative and technical staff you play a vital role in supporting research, education, and daily operations across the University. These positions offer stable employment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute your expertise in a collaborative environment.

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Academic career paths

The University follows a structured academic career pathway: from doctoral student to postdoctoral research fellow or associate senior lecturer, then to senior lecturer or researcher, and eventually to professor.

Academic career paths at Lund University