Work at the University of Gothenburg

Here you become a part of outstanding research and education at one of Sweden's largest higher education institution. We offer an international environment with secure employment, participation, and dedicated colleagues!

Become part of the University of Gothenburg

The University of Gothenburg is a university for the world. We are continuously looking for new and dedicated employees, such as researchers, doctoral students and teachers.

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Guiding you through your arrival

There are a number of things you need to think about before your move to Sweden. Here you will find information to help you prepare for your journey to Sweden. Our best advice is to start with your preparations today.

Before you arrive as a staff member

Getting started as a staff member

Once you have arrived in Gothenburg, there are several practical steps to complete during your first weeks. Below you will…

Meet our staff

Get to know a few of our staff members as they share insights into their daily work at the University of Gothenburg.

Professor, Onkar Kular

As a Professor in Design at HDK-Valand, Onkar Kular teaches and conducts research focused on the role and impact of design…

Study counsellor, Karin Wester

Karin has worked as a study counsellor at the University of Gothenburg for ten years. In recent years, she has been working…

Senior lecturer, Philipp Klahn

Philipp is a Senior lecturer on the Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology. Apart from teaching in organic and…

Librarian, Helena Schmidt Burg

Professor, Ann Towns

About the University of Gothenburg

The University of Gothenburg is one of the largest universities in Sweden, offering a wide range of education and research. Founded in 1891, the university now has over 58 000 students and 6 700 staff members.

Organisation

Vision and values

At the University of Gothenburg, our vision and values are central to everything we do. By focusing on sustainability,…

History of the University of Gothenburg

The history of the University of Gothenburg is not just one story, but rather a collection of many. However, it all began…

Application for the HR Excellence in Research Award

The university of Gothenburg has initiated the process to apply for the HR Excellence in Research Award, a tool in the…