Assistant professor with a specialisation in cybersecurity

Karlstad University; Jönköpings kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Jönköping University in Sweden invites applications for an assistant professor with a specialisation in cybersecurity. You will join the Cybersecurity and Privacy Research (CPR) group and contribute to teaching in bachelor’s and master’s programs in cybersecurity and related areas.

The successful candidate will conduct high‑level research, secure external funding, and collaborate with industry and public sector partners.

Qualifications

• PhD in cybersecurity or related field is required.
• Demonstrated skills in teaching in English.
• Solid experience conducting research in cybersecurity or information security.

Responsibilities

• Teach in cybersecurity bachelor’s and master’s programmes and contribute to CPR research group activities.
• Conduct high‑quality research, publish, and seek external funding while collaborating with industry and public sector partners.

Skills

Pedagogical merit

Teaching in English

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in cybersecurity or related field

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Assistant professor with a specialisation in cybersecurity

Jönköping University is a young professional-oriented university characterised by a high degree of internationalization, an entrepreneurial spirit ...

The School of Engineering, Computer Science and Informatics

JTH conducts research and teaching in computer science, computer engineering, and informatics. We have two growing departments in these areas, with approximately 50 employees. Your placement will be at the Department of Computer Science and Informatics. We offer education at the undergraduate, advanced, and research levels. Teaching takes place in bachelor's, master's, and engineering programs ranging from graphic design to software development and cybersecurity. The research conducted at the department supports the educational offerings.

The Department of Computer Science and Informatics offers academic programmes in subjects ranging from software engineering and embedded systems to user experience design and cybersecurity, and conducts research in associated areas. Our education programmes are developed in close collaboration with the surrounding industry and have an annual intake of approximately 300 students.

In our department, we have two research groups, Human-Centred Technology (HCT) and Cybersecurity and Privacy (CPR). The HCT group focuses on designing, developing, and evaluating technologies that make our lives easier and better, always with the end user in mind. The CPR group focuses on making cybersecurity and privacy work for organisations and individuals. For more information about our department and research groups, visit the Department of Computer Science and Informatics (switch to the Swedish version for all bachelor programmes) at ju.se.

We are now looking for an assistant professor in computer science with a specialisation in cybersecurity. You will be part of the team that teaches in our cybersecurity programmes (bachelor's and master's) and conduct research in the Cybersecurity and Privacy Research (CPR) research group. Our research areas primarily focus on the human, organisational, and strategic aspects of cybersecurity and privacy. In your application, we would like you to describe how you envision contributing to our research environment. For more information about the CPR group, visit the Cybersecurity and Privacy Research page.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Before you apply, we would like you to take a moment to get to know us. Have a look at our website, explore what we do, and think about where you might fit. In your application, tell us how you see yourself as part of the puzzle, what you would bring to the team, and what you would like to build, develop, or explore if you joined us. We are interested not only in what you have done, but also in where you want to go and how that aligns with our future directions.

We offer an academic environment characterized by collaboration and a lack of hierarchy. The direction of our research and the outline of our education are up to the group and its members. The other way around, your opportunities to conduct research depend on your commitment and ability to contribute to research applications, since we are primarily funded by external projects. We can guarantee 30% research time during your first year, but after that, your research opportunities will largely depend on the projects and funding we develop together. Academic life here requires initiative, creativity, and a willingness to help shape your own opportunities.

What we can offer

What we can offer is a group of colleagues who enjoy working together and who believe that academia should be both meaningful and enjoyable. We have popular educational programmes, an active research environment, and a track record of making an impact in both academia and society. We have strong networks, good industry and public-sector contacts, ongoing projects, and many ideas for new ones. Most importantly, we offer an environment where you can build something of your own. If you have the ambition to develop research, education, collaborations, or entirely new initiatives, you will find colleagues who are willing to support you and help make things happen.

QUALIFICATIONS

You should have a PhD in the relevant area and demonstrate pedagogical merit in accordance with the regulations for employment at Jönköping University. The candidate should also have documented skills in teaching in English.

You must have solid and documented experience conducting research in cybersecurity/information security, or a related field. You also need experience in teaching at least one of the following areas: cybersecurity, information security, networking and infrastructure, or related areas.

It is meritorious if you have:

• Proven experience in competitively obtaining external research grants from relevant funders.
• The ability to teach courses on adjacent programmes in the department, e.g., software development, human-computer interaction, embedded systems, etc.
• Ability to communicate in both spoken and written Swedish.
• A permanent position in a dynamic working environment at a collaborative, internationally connected and globally oriented university.
• The possibility to participate in and lead research projects.
• Teaching in programmes with strong industry connections, where all students gain hands-on experience through internships.
• A workplace located in the city centre of Jönköping, surrounded by beautiful nature and lakes.

The position is a permanent full-time employment, starting January, 2027, or by mutual agreement. Collective agreements and individual wage setting apply.

APPLICATION

Welcome with your application, no later than August 31, 2026.

The application should include:

• CV;
• pedagogical portfolio;
• attested copy of PhD degree certificate;
• research and education statement (future research plan and education interest);
• any other document needed to prove the qualifications according to the Appointment Procedure at JU.

We firmly decline all contact with staffing and recruitment agencies, as well as job ad salespersons.

The School of Engineering is one of four schools within Jönköping University. We offer attractive technical education at undergraduate and graduate levels and conduct advanced research in several technological areas. The School of Engineering is able to award doctorates in the area of industrial product realization. We collaborate with the surrounding society to develop new technology and spread knowledge to strengthen the competitiveness of companies. We have been awarded the accreditation "Engaged University" by the international organization ACEEU (Accreditation Council for Entrepreneurial and Engaged Universities) and in three categories received the highest rating "Excellent". Working with us, you are close to colleagues in an international environment with great opportunities to influence and develop.

Jönköping University is a modern institution, characterised by internationalisation and an entrepreneurial spirit. We attract highly qualified, inventive and enterprising people from all around the world. We develop new knowledge and share our expertise through solid collaborations with industry and business, the public sector and other higher education institutions. We offer an equal and inclusive workplace and we welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. For more information, visit www.ju.se

Assistant professor with a specialisation in cybersecurity

2026-08-31 23:59 (Europe/Stockholm)
2026-08-31 23:59 (CET)

Jönköping University is a young professional-oriented university characterised by a high degree of internationalization, an entrepreneurial spirit ...