Arbetsbeskrivning

We are looking for an Associate Senior Lecturer in Biology, specializing in Precision Toxicology, for a fixed-term position of 4-6 years at the School of Science and Technology. Subject area The subject area for this position is Biology. Background Örebro University invites applications for the position of Associate Senior Lecturer in Precision Toxicology. The position is based at the Man-Technology-Environment (MTM) Research Centre, in close collaboration with the Inflammatory Response and Infection Susceptibility Centre (iRiSC). Precision Toxicology is a rapidly advancing, interdisciplinary field at the intersection of toxicology, biomedicine, exposomics, high-throughput screening, and computational science. It aims to develop mechanistic understanding of how environmental pollutants affect human health, with a strong emphasis on interindividual variability, and with high relevance for both regulatory applications and real-world exposure scenarios. At the core of this position is the application of high-content imaging (HCI) and mechanistic toxicology tools to identify and quantify cellular perturbations underlying health impacts caused by chemical and particle exposures—an area of strategic importance for both MTM and iRiSC. The successful candidate will contribute to national and international research programs such as PARC, NanoSafety2, OneBlue, and EIRENE while engaging with a broad range of stakeholders, including healthcare providers, regulatory agencies, and industrial partners. Duties and Responsibilities This is a four-year, full-time position with 70 % dedicated to research and 30 % to teaching. The research focus will be on advancing mechanistic understanding of toxicological effects using high-content imaging tools integrated with multiparametric analysis of cellular responses. The Associate Senior Lecturer is expected to build a strong and independent research program in Precision Toxicology, integrating high-content imaging with gene-reporter bioassays, multi-omics techniques, immunology, and systems toxicology. The position includes a clear expectation to attract national and international external funding as a main applicant and to establish and lead a dedicated research group in Precision Toxicology at Örebro University. The Associate Senior Lecturer will also lead and participate in interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaborations, including contributions to international research infrastructures or EU-funded consortia, and applied toxicology studies with industrial and healthcare partners. The candidate will supervise bachelor, master, and PhD students, contribute to and lead collaborative grant applications, and engage actively in stakeholder dialogues, regulatory science contexts, and knowledge exchange with end users. Teaching responsibilities include the development and delivery of courses in biology, toxicology, environmental science, and biomedicine. The candidate will integrate advanced methodologies—including high-content imaging and mechanism-based toxicology—into teaching and training at all levels. During your period of employment as an Associate Senior Lecturer, you are to develop your autonomy as a researcher and acquire further qualifications in terms of both research and teaching skills to meet the criteria for a position as a Senior Lecturer. Qualifications, Assessment Criteria and Promotion to Senior Lecturer To see the job advertisement in its entirety visit: https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/job/?jid=20250236 Information This is a fixed-term full-time position for a period of 4-6 years (the exact length will be decided in connection with appointment). The appointment may be extended, but for no longer than two years, because of the Associate Senior Lecturer’s illness, parental leave or other special grounds, additional time is needed to fulfil the purpose of the appointment. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. For more information, please contact Professor Magnus Engwall (MTM), [email protected], or Associate Professor Ingrid Ericson Jogsten (Head of Unit), [email protected].  At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach. Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterised by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations. Application The application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure. For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included: • A cover letter outlining your vision and fit for the position • Curriculum vitae with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience • Teaching portfolio (as instructed in Örebro University's guidelines: https://www.oru.se/globalassets/inforum-en/key_documents/human-resources/template-for-teaching-portfolio.pdf)  • Research portfolio • A list of scientific publications • Up to 10 selected full-text scientific publications • Copies of relevant course/degree certificates and references verifying eligibility and criteria met Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian and Danish can be reviewed. More information for applicants will be found on our career site: https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/applicants-and-external-experts/ The application deadline is 2025-08-01. We look forward to receiving your application! After the application deadline, no supplements can be made electronically.  As we have already made our choices in terms of external collaboration partners and marketing efforts for this recruitment process, we decline any contact with recruitment agencies and advertisers. As directed by the National Archives of Sweden (Riksarkivet), we are required to deposit one file copy of the application documents, excluding publications, for a period of two years after the appointment decision has gained legal force.