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. We are now looking for a Staff Scientist to join our team and help strengthen our ongoing research.
About The RoleAs a Staff Scientist, you will become part of a professional research environment where your specialist competence contributes to the quality and continuity of ongoing and planned scientific work. You will support research activities with your expertise and work closely with colleagues and research leaders.
We are looking for a Staff Scientist with specialist knowledge in Urban Morphology, Urban Analytics and Social-Ecological Sensing. You will provide scientific and methodological support in spatial modelling, the integration and analysis of spatial, longitudinal and sensor-based datasets, and empirical studies using field-based sensor technologies. A key part of the role is to contribute to the development and maintenance of a shared research infrastructure supporting projects across the research group.
About The Division And DepartmentThe Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering tackles contemporary and emerging challenges for the built and natural environment, ranging from resource utilisation, pollution and climate change to digitalisation and inequality. We combine expertise in architecture, civil engineering and related disciplines to build a better world.
The Urban Design and Planning division conducts research and education in urban design and planning at all scales, from single urban spaces to larger urban landscapes and entire regions, with a focus on how urban design and planning can support sustainable development.
You will join the Spatial Morphology Group (SMoG), an internationally oriented research group investigating how urban form influences urban life through spatial analysis and empirically validated models. The group brings together expertise in urban morphology, Space Syntax, GIS, urban analytics, pedestrian modelling and Social-Ecological Urbanism. Current research extends this approach to ecological conditions, environmental exposure, health and wellbeing.
You will work in an interdisciplinary research environment connecting urban planning and design with environmental and health research. We value collaboration, intellectual openness and an inclusive research environment.
Your ResponsibilitiesAs a Staff Scientist, you will provide advanced scientific, technical and methodological support to strengthen the group's research activities. Your responsibilities include:
Qualifications And MeritsTo qualify for this position, you should have:
The Following Qualifications Are Considered Meritorious
EmploymentThis is a full-time permanent position.
What We OfferChalmers 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.
ApplicationSubmit your application in English through our 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: 6 November, 2026ContactFor Questions About The Position, Please ContactMeta Berghauser Pont
Professor in Urban Morphology and Urban Design
Meta.berghauserpont@chalmers.se
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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 still has the same motto today: Avancez – forward.*
