Teaching Fellow in mathematics

Om jobbet

Chalmers University of Technology strives for academic excellence while addressing the challenges and needs of society and industry. We offer a creative and dynamic environment for research, education, innovation and applied science.

Our teachers play a vital role in shaping and renewing education and teaching of high quality, giving students the best possible conditions. We are now inviting applications for permanent positions as Teaching Fellow, contributing to the development of education within matematics and mathematical statistics.

Chalmers aims to become a globally leading university of technology, driven by high-quality research and education, openness and collaboration. As a Teaching Fellow, you will contribute to this goal through engaging teaching and learning in a collegial and inclusive environment. The position also offers the opportunity to spend up to 20 percent of your working time participating in research or other professional development, enabling you to deepen your subject expertise and further grow as an educator.

About the role

The positions involve teaching undergraduate courses in mathematics and/or mathematical statistics at Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg. This includes basic courses in programmes for engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists and natural scientists, but may also include supervision of degree projects, teaching advanced courses and management assignments within undergraduate education. The role of Teaching Faculty represents a long-term academic teaching career with a focus on pedagogical excellence and the development of education.

About the division and department

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Chalmers and University of Gothenburg, with about 200 employees, is one of the largest departments of mathematics in the Nordic region. Within the department there are three divisions, Algebra and Geometry, Analysis and Probability Theory as well as Applied Mathematics and Statistics.

We contribute significantly to society through extensive education and research. The working environment is supportive, creative and international, with a constant flow of international guests.

We are a parent-friendly organization and work in various ways to achieve a work-life balance for our employees.

Main responsibilities

The main duties involve teaching at the first and second cycle levels.
As a Teaching Fellow, you will:

• teach mathematics or mathematical statistics at all undergraduate levels
• develop and revise courses and programmes
• integrate new knowledge and research into education
• contribute to the pedagogical environment through reflection and collegial learning
• engage in utilisation and academic citizenship, for example through collaboration with schools or participation in internal committees
• take responsibility for course development and pedagogical development work; contribute to the development of educational programmes and teaching and learning environments

Up to 20% of working time may be used for participation in research or other forms of competence development, in dialogue with your manager.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in mathematics or mathematical statistics, or equivalent competence
• Documented teaching proficiency and experience in teaching mathematics or mathematical statistics at university level.
• Ability to design and develop courses with a reflective and critical approach.
• Strong ability to combine subject expertise with understanding of student learning based on educational research and proven experience.
• Higher education pedagogical training in accordance with current SUHF recommendations.
• Experience in course development at higher education level.
• Good ability to collaborate and interact with others.
• Good ability to express oneself orally and in writing in both Swedish and English.

Higher education teaching training in accordance with SUHF's recommendation, which includes higher education teaching courses of at least 15 credits, is required for employment as a Teaching Fellow. If the requirement for higher education teaching courses has not yet been fulfilled, employment may be offered as an Assistant Teaching Faculty member. The employee is then expected to meet the requirements within two years and may subsequently be promoted to Teaching Faculty.

Meritorious

• Documented teaching proficiency and experience in teaching at first and second cycle levels.
• Documented experience of and interest in educational development work and educational leadership are highly meritorious.
• Experience of collaboration with primary or secondary schools or other relevant parts of society is meritorious.

Terms of employment

Permanent employment.

What we offer

Chalmers provides a dynamic and inspiring environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg, combining academic excellence with a strong commitment to sustainability, equality, and collaboration.

Read more about working at Chalmers and our employee benefits. Learn more about life in Gothenburg and Sweden's family-friendly policies, including generous parental leave, subsidized childcare, free education, and universal healthcare, at Move To Gothenburg.

Chalmers promotes gender balance and actively works with equality and inclusion initiatives, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence.

Application

The application should be written in English and submitted through the Chalmers recruitment portal. Please include:

• Personal letter - describe your motivation and how you would contribute to education at Chalmers.
• CV - including publications and teaching experience.
• Teaching portfolio - compiled according to Chalmers' guidelines.
• Degree certificate - verifying your doctoral degree.
• Other relevant documents - that demonstrate merits in teaching, collaboration or leadership.
• Contact details to two references with knowledge/experience of your pedagogical approach and teaching experience.

Interviews

The interviews are planned to take place on June 11-12, 2026.

Application deadline:April 8, 2026

Contact

For questions about the position, please contact:

Stefan Lemurell, Assistant Head of Department
Email: sj@chalmers.se
Email:031-772 5303

Bernt Wennberg, Head of Department
Email: wennberg@chalmers.se
Phone: 031-772 5326

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Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez - forward.

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