Senior Lecturer in Critical Design & Social Innovation

Senior faculty post leading design ateliers, supervising master's and doctoral theses, and driving externally funded artistic research in Gothenburg.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: PhD in Design or recognized equivalent artistic research excellence
English language proficiency: Fluency in English (and willingness to learn Swedish within 2 years)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Extensive pedagogical dossier and international design exhibition record
Recommendation letters: Three reference letters and artistic portfolio

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: SEK 520,000 - SEK 620,000 annual salary plus Swedish pension and healthcare
Application fee: Zero application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Permanent faculty appointment (Universitetslektor)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 1, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official HDK-Valand - Academy of Art and Design documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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