Postdoctoral Position - WASP-HS Project

Lunds University

Posted: 8 July 2026 - Lund, Sweden

About this opening

This postdoctoral position at Lund University aims to investigate how digital technology influences structural inequalities within the welfare state. The project will analyze citizen engagement and the governance of welfare automation, focusing on vulnerability and empowerment. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and demonstrate expertise in empirical research methods. Proficiency in Swedish and English is required. The position offers a stimulating interdisciplinary environment and opportunities for fieldwork and international collaboration.

Position details

  • Reference: PA2026/2189
  • Role area: postdoctoral researcher
  • Employment type: full time
  • Research field: Sociology
  • Research topic: Sociology of Law
  • Language: Swedish
  • Start date: 1 January 2027