Senior Lecturer in in War Studies with a focus on logistics and supply chains

At the Swedish Defence University, War Studies, whose central study object is war and the use of force, is one of the main subjects in military education and civilian programmes. The subject contains research on how military capability is created, led, organized, maintained over time and comes into effect in operations, in wars, conflicts and crises. War Studies also includes social and ethical aspects as well as critical perspectives in relation to war and warfare. Logistics and supply chains study the creation and maintenance of military resources. War Studies faculty contribute to civilian and military education programmes, as well as contract education commissioned by both governmental and private parties. 

Job responsibilities 

The position relates to research and teaching as well as administration within the subject of War Studies with a focus on military logistics and supply chains  in the context of total defence. Initially, the position will be part of the staffing of a major research project within this focus area. In addition to conducting research, duties also include teaching in other parts of the Swedish Defence University’s programmes and courses, applying for research funding, and supporting work relating to subject development and the development of the research area. The successful candidate will also be contributing to collaboration and the development of contacts with the Swedish Armed Forces, the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB), other universities, countries and organisations relevant to the development of this research area and with the community at large. 

Qualifications 

The ideal candidate  has the qualifications for appointment as a senior lecturer, including a PhD or equivalent scholarly or professional expertise relevant to the particular field and the responsibilities and tasks included in the position, and proven relevant teaching experience. If the applicant holds a foreign degree, an assessment will be made on a case-by-case basis to determine if it can be regarded as equivalent to a Swedish degree.

Assessment criteria 

The selection is based on the general assessment criteria for establishing the eligibility for employment as a senior lecturer. The assessment of teaching proficiency will be given equal weight to the assessment of scientific expertise. 

The following assessment criteria will also be included when appointing an applicant to this position: 

·       Ability to conduct high-quality independent research must have been demonstrated through the applicant’s own high-quality publications in the field of logistics and supply chains (SCM). 

·       Ability of teaching expertise must have been demonstrated through proficiency in planning, implementation and development of education at a higher education institution. Teaching expertise must be carefully documented so that its quality can be assessed.

·       Knowledge of the military environment, including among other things, defence activities, management and training, mainly in logistics and supplies and of the Swedish defence industry.

It is an advantage if the applicant is able to demonstrate experience in the planning and management of research, as well as in successful applications for external research funding.

The Swedish Defence University is a multidisciplinary environment, which is why experience of collaborations with related subjects, as well as experience of national and international academic collaborations in research projects, is a ‘plus’. 

Applicants must have documented proficiency in teaching in English and Swedish. If the person appointed is not proficient in Swedish at the start of their appointment, they are expected to acquire the necessary language skills during the first two years of employment. 

As the Department is striving to achieve a more equal distribution of gender among its teaching staff within the subject of War Studies, we especially invites female applicants to apply for this position. Where there is a gender imbalance, the Swedish Defence University may, in the case of equally or nearly equally qualified applicants, appoint an applicant from the underrepresented gender.

General requirements for teachers 

Civilian and military teachers at the Swedish Defence University must have completed a course in teaching and learning in higher education prior to, or no later than one and a half years after the start of their employment. 

The applicant must have the personal qualities required to perform well in the appointment, such as the ability to collaborate, flexibility and independence. 

The appointment 

The position is based at the Department of War Studies and Military History (IKVM) in Stockholm. The appointment is for a permanent full-time position with a start date to be determined in consultation with the applicant. 

The position is assigned a security classification, which requires an approved security clearance in accordance with the provisions of Swedish security legislation. 

The Swedish Defence University strives for equality and diversity among all its positions. We welcome applicants with different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. It is natural for us to strive for an inclusive work climate and for our employees to be able to combine work with active parenting.

Salary and benefits 

Salaries are set individually at the Swedish Defence University.

Information 

Further information about the appointment and position is available from: 

• Deputy Head of Department, IKVM, Annick Wibben, annick.wibben@fhs.se
• Head of Department, IKVM, Christian Jeppson, christian.jeppson@fhs.se
• HR Partner, Camilla Sävmarker, camilla.savmarker@fhs.se 

The union representatives are Ronnie Hjorth (SACO-S), Anders Oltorp (OFR/O) and Christian Friman (OFR/S-Försvarsförbundet). All can be reached via +46 (0)8-553 425 00 (switchboard). 

Application

The application must be prepared using the template Template application for academic position, which is available on the following page: Template application academic position.pdf (fhs.se)

The application should be written in English as it may be reviewed by international experts whose professional language is English. 

Applicants must also select at most ten publications to refer to in support of their application. The publications need to be attached to the application in the recruitment system.

Submit your application through the Swedish Defence University’s recruitment system via the “Logga in och sök jobbet” [Log in to apply for the job] link on the job listing page.

Mark your application with the reference number HF/HR 123/2022. 

Welcome with your application submitted no later than March 31st 2022.