Posted: 1 September 2026 - Gothenburg, Sweden
The University of Gothenburg offers a position for an Assistant Professor in Journalism with a specialization in news media. This role is part of the Gothenburg Global Scholars initiative and focuses on conducting research on news media and journalism, including their institutional conditions, production processes, and effects. The successful candidate will engage in teaching at various academic levels and is expected to actively seek external funding for their research. The position requires a doctoral degree in Journalism, Media and Communication, or a closely related discipline, with a preference for candidates who have obtained their degree within the last seven years. Teaching responsibilities will be conducted in either Swedish or English, depending on the courses. The appointment is fixed-term for five years, full-time, with opportunities for promotion to a permanent position as Associate Senior Lecturer.