PhD, Postdoc & Professor positions at Lund University (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for a wide range of fully funded PhD (Doctoral), Postdoctoral, and Professor positions at Lund University (LU), one of Sweden’s top research universities. These positions span diverse fields in Science, Engineering (LTH), Medicine, Social Sciences, Humanities, and more. Most PhD and Postdoc positions are fully funded salaried roles (including competitive monthly salary, social benefits, and pension contributions typical of Swedish academic employment). Professor positions are senior academic appointments.

Opportunities are open to international candidates (no nationality restrictions for most roles). There is no application fee. Deadlines range from mid-July 2026 to late August 2026, so early applications are encouraged.You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

Degree Level: PhD , Postdoc and Professor (senior faculty)
Host Country: Sweden
Host Institution: Lund University
Application Deadline: Varies by position (earliest: July 9–10, 2026; latest: August 31, 2026)
Open for: All nationalities
Funding: Fully funded
Application Fee: None

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What These Positions Offer:

Successful candidates receive a competitive monthly salary aligned with Swedish collective agreements
Comprehensive social security benefits, paid vacation, and occupational pension
PhD positions typically last 4–5 years and include dedicated research time, coursework, and teaching opportunities
Postdoctoral roles offer advanced research experience, international collaboration, and career development support
Professors gain leadership roles in research and education
Additional benefits often include access to state-of-the-art facilities (e.g., MAX IV synchrotron)
Professional development opportunities
Relocation support for international candidates
Vibrant academic environment in Sweden, consistently ranked among the world’s best for quality of life and innovation

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Eligibility Criteria:

For PhD positions: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field, strong academic record, and research potential.
For Postdoctoral positions: PhD degree (completed or near completion) in a related discipline, demonstrated research experience, and a track record of publications.
For Professor positions: Distinguished research record, leadership experience, and teaching qualifications.
English proficiency (often IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent; some positions accept prior education in English).
Specific technical or domain expertise matching the project description.
International applicants are encouraged; no Swedish language requirement for most research roles initially.

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PhD Positions:

Doctoral student in physics with a focus on astrophysics
Faculty of Science, Lund University.
Deadline: 2026-07-09.
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Doctoral student in Medical Technology
Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund.
Deadline: 2026-07-09.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in medical science in cancer epidemiology
Department of Translational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine.
Deadline: 2026-07-10.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in chemical engineering with a focus on carbon dioxide capture from biomass
Lund University of Technology.
Deadline: 2026-07-14.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in electrical engineering with a focus on machine learning
LTH, Electrical and Information Engineering.
Deadline: 2026-07-14.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in biology, behavioral and computational ecology
Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-07-14.
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Doctoral student in technical microbiology
Lund University of Technology.
Deadline: 2026-07-17.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in physics with a focus on the development of new X-ray imaging methods with beam-steering ptychography and AI
Department of Physics, Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-07-22.
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Doctoral student in Fire Engineering with a focus on evacuation capabilities
LTH, Department of Construction and Environmental Technology.
Deadline: 2026-07-29.
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Doctoral student in electrical engineering with a focus on large bandgap semiconductor components
LTH, Electrical and Information Technology.
Deadline: 2026-07-31.
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Doctoral student in Technical Water Resources Science with a focus on coastal technology
LTH, Department of Construction and Environmental Technology.
Deadline: 2026-07-31.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in electrical engineering with a focus on future wireless systems
LTH, Electrical and Information Technology.
Deadline: 2026-07-31.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in electrical engineering with a focus on sensors and machine learning for distributed MIMO systems
LTH, Electrical and Information Technology.
Deadline: 2026-07-31.
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Doctoral student in physics; Nanoscale X-ray diffraction for ferroelectric domain dynamics
Department of Physics, Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-07-31.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in Energy Sciences with a focus on compressible reactive flow
Lund University of Technology.
Deadline: 2026-08-16.
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Doctoral student in human ecology
Faculty of Social Sciences.
Deadline: 2026-08-16.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in practical philosophy within the project DEMCAMP
Faculties of Humanities and Theology.
Deadline: 2026-08-23.
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1-2 PhD students in human geography/economic geography
Faculty of Social Sciences.
Deadline: 2026-08-28.
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Doctoral student in sustainability science
Faculty of Social Sciences.
Deadline: 2026-08-28.
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Doctoral student in sustainability transition and biodiversity
School of Economics and Business Administration.
Deadline: 2026-08-31.
APPLY HERE
Doctoral student in medical radiation physics
Department of Medical Radiation Physics, Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-08-31.
APPLY HERE

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Postdoc Positions:

Researcher in astronomy and astrophysics
Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-07-10.
APPLY HERE
Postdoctoral fellow in physics; fast time-resolved 3D imaging with X-ray multi-projection imaging for advanced manufacturing
Physics Institute, Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-07-17.
APPLY HERE
Postdoc in electrical engineering with a focus on machine learning
LTH, Electrical and Information Engineering.
Deadline: 2026-07-21.
APPLY HERE
Postdoctoral fellow in particle and nuclear physics
Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-07-31.
APPLY HERE
Postdoctoral fellow in electrical engineering with a focus on applied cryptography and integrity
LTH, Electrical and Information Engineering.
Deadline: 2026-07-31.
APPLY HERE
Postdoctoral fellow in algebraic topology, Center for Mathematics
Mathematics Center, Faculty of Science.
Deadline: 2026-08-05.
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Postdoctoral fellow in theoretical philosophy (3 years)
Faculties of Humanities and Theology.
Deadline: 2026-08-16.
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Postdoc to the research group for systems virology
Department of Translational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine.
Deadline: 2026-08-16.
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Postdoctoral fellow in biomedical engineering with a focus on neuroengineering
LTH, Department of Biomedical Engineering.
Deadline: 2026-08-31.
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Postdoc, focus sustainable development in small and medium-sized enterprises
School of Economics and Business Administration.
Deadline: 2026-08-31.
APPLY HERE
Postdoc in rhetoric
Faculties of Humanities and Theology.
Deadline: 2026-08-31.
APPLY HERE
Postdoc, focus on biodiversity and sustainability reporting
School of Economics and Business Administration.
Deadline: 2026-08-31.
APPLY HERE

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Professor Positions:

Professor in epidemiology with a focus on cardiovascular diseases
Faculty of Medicine.
Deadline: 2026-08-27.
APPLY HERE

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How to Apply:

Visit the official Lund University vacancies page:
Click on the specific position title to view full details and requirements.
Follow the “Apply” link
Submit required documents (CV, cover letter/motivation letter, diplomas, publications list, research proposal where requested, references, etc.).
Submit before the position-specific deadline.

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