Associate professor in Environmental and Energy Systems Analysis, with focus on maritime transport

Join Chalmers and help shape the future of sustainable maritime transport through internationally leading research with real-world impact. This position offers the opportunity to build and lead your own research agenda in a dynamic, collaborative environment at the forefront of the energy and environmental transition.

Chalmers University of Technology strives for academic excellence while also addressing the challenges and needs of society and industry. We offer a creative and dynamic environment for research, education, innovation and applied science. We aim to become a globally leading university of technology, with a strong emphasis on high-quality research and education, openness and collaboration.

At the recently formed Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences we identify, analyse and describe the major environmental challenges of our time, with the aim of developing models, tools and competitive technological solutions to support the transition in sectors such as energy, transport and heavy industry. A significant part of our research takes a systems perspective, focusing on the interaction between technology, society and the environment in order to develop resilient solutions for the future.

As part of the formation of our new department, we invite applications for a position as associate professor, focusing on environmental and energy systems analysis, in the area of maritime transport.

About the role

The associate professor is expected to lead, advance, and develop research in the area of maritime transport. Particular emphasis will be placed on research assessing the environmental impacts of shipping. Teaching responsibilities include close collaboration with Chalmers school of Maritime studies, and development of courses, primarily at master's and doctoral level, connected to the research area. Utilization of research results is an important part of the role, and the associate professor is expected to interact with both public and private stakeholders.

The appointment as Associate Professor is a permanent faculty position.

About the division and department

The Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences consists of five research divisions, with the common goal of providing excellent research that can enable solutions for transition to a sustainable society. The department offers a dynamic and inspiring academic environment, and well-developed networks with industry and relevant public stakeholders at national, international and global levels. The Maritime Environmental Science Division, with about 20 employees, strives to be a key player that provides science for the development of a sustainable transport sector with focus on maritime transport. We contribute by producing new knowledge through a combination of modelling and experimental work, and the development of new technology and decision support.

Your responsibilities

Qualifications and merits

To qualify for the Associate Professor position, you have a doctoral degree in a relevant field and demonstrate independent scientific research of a high international quality and growing production of research.

For a full description of the qualification requirements for an Associate professor position at Chalmers, please consult our Appointment regulations , Chapter 3.2.

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

Applications must be in English and submitted through the Chalmers recruitment portal. All files should be in PDF format (max 40 MB each; ZIP files not supported).

Only complete applications submitted through the portal will be considered. A background check may be conducted as part of the application process. Application deadline: Oktober 11, 2026

Contact

For questions about the position, please contact:

Ida-Maja Hassellöv, Head of Division Email: ida-maja.hassellov@chalmers.se

Lena Neij, Head of Department Email: lena.neij@chalmers.se

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 still has the same motto today: Avancez – forward.

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