Swedish Research Council
Strategic Recruitment of Associate Senior Lecturers 2
Opens 19 August 2026
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The Swedish Research Council's Strategic Recruitment of Associate Senior Lecturers scheme supports early-career faculty placements at Swedish higher education institutions. Institutions apply on behalf of recruitment candidates, with the goal of strengthening research capacity in targeted fields across Swedish academia. This call opens 19 August 2026 and closes 15 September 2026.
Details
| Funder | Swedish Research Council |
| Deadline | 15 September 2026 |
| Consortium | No |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | SE |
Eligibility & scope
Grant supporting Swedish universities in the strategic recruitment of associate senior lecturers.
Who Should Apply
- •Early-career faculty (associate senior lecturer level) recruited by Swedish higher education institutions
- •Research institutions seeking to strengthen capacity in priority research areas
- •Swedish higher education institutions with eligible recruitment candidates
- •Applicants must be nominated and supported by the host institution
Key Dates
- •Call opens 19 August 2026, closes 15 September 2026
- •Institutional applications on behalf of recruitment candidates
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Applications are submitted by institutions, not individual researchers, coordinate early with your host institution's research office to ensure nomination and support alignment.
- ✓The call targets strategic recruitment priorities; frame the candidate's research fit against Swedish Research Council funding strategies and the institution's stated research goals.
- ✓Clarify the candidate's independence and track record relative to their seniority level; the scheme aims to secure emerging leaders, not established researchers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who applies for the Strategic Recruitment of Associate Senior Lecturers grant?
Swedish higher education institutions apply on behalf of early-career faculty (associate senior lecturer level) they wish to recruit.
What career stage is eligible for this grant?
The scheme targets associate senior lecturers, which is classified as an early-career faculty position in Swedish academia.
When does the call open and close?
The call opens 19 August 2026 and closes 15 September 2026.
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