Career paths at Lund University

Being employed as a doctoral student

As a doctoral student at Lund University, you are employed while completing your doctoral (PhD) studies. This gives you financial security and full employee benefits. The role combines research training with opportunities for teaching or departmental duties, preparing you for a career in academia or beyond.

Employment as a doctoral student

Working as an academic

At Lund University, academic roles combine education and research. The University offers a clear career path from assistant lecturer to professor. This provides long-term stability, opportunities for promotion and the chance to shape both students' learning and the University's research environment.

Working in academic roles

Working in a research role

At Lund University, if you primarily work in research, you can focus on advancing your research through dynamic projects and international collaborations. Research positions are often project-based and not always permanent.

Working in researcher roles

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 roles offer stable employment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to contribute your expertise in a collaborative environment.

 Working in professional services roles

Academic career paths

Academic career paths in Sweden follow a structure aligned with the European framework for academic careers and tenure-track positions. They progress from doctoral student to postdoctoral researcher or associate senior lecturer (assistant professor), then to senior lecturer or researcher, and eventually to professor.

Academic career paths at Lund University