Reference number ORU 2.1.1-02705/2026
We are looking for one to two professors of Statistics for permanent positions at the School of Business.
Subject area
The subject area for this position is Statistics.
Background
Örebro University is seeking one to two professors of Statistics to strengthen and expand our research. Research in the Department of Statistics is mainly focused on Bayesian Statistics with applications in Economics and Finance, as well as Survey Methodology. Formally, and based on a close collaboration, the Departments of Statistics and Economics constitutes a joint research environment with cross-disciplinary research groups in wellbeing and health economics; entrepreneurship, globalization and institutions; macro- and financial econometrics (MAFE) and statistics (stat@oru). In addition, the department benefits from a close collaboration with Statistics Sweden. We are looking for candidates whose expertise can, in particular, strengthen the MAFE and stat@oru groups, and who can also take on a leadership role.
Education in the Department of Statistics spans the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. In addition to the Bachelor’s Programme in Statistics, courses are offered in, among others, the Programme for Business and Economics. At the master’s level, a two-year study programme in statistics is offered which has been awarded the ‘European Master in Official Statistics’ (EMOS) label by Eurostat. The department also offers courses in the Master’s Programme in Economics and Econometrics, and the Master’s Programme in Finance.
In addition to Statistics and Economics, Örebro University School of Business hosts the departments of Business Administration and Informatics. The Business School is accredited by AACSB, the largest accreditation body and network for business schools globally – an achievement accomplished only by five per cent of the world’s 16,000 business schools.
Duties and responsibilities
As a rule, a professor at Örebro University spends the bulk of their working hours on research. They are also expected to work actively to bring in external research grants to the subject, take overall responsibility for its research activities, and monitor developments within the subject field internationally. A professor is expected to be involved at all three levels of higher education and to communicate and collaborate around their own and the department’s research activities.
A professor is moreover expected, within the scope of their employment, to make themselves available for executive and administrative assignments at the university.
The professorships are aimed at strengthening the research in Statistics. We particularly welcome candidates whose research focuses on Bayesian Statistics, Econometrics, Time Series Analysis and/or Survey Statistics. We are seeking individuals with the vision and potential to drive the development in the subject. As two professors are being recruited, the aim is for the appointments to have complementary research profiles and, taken together, to strengthen the breadth of Statistics at Örebro University across the areas listed above.
Qualifications
A person who has demonstrated both research and teaching expertise is qualified for employment as a professor.
A general eligibility criterion for permanent teaching positions at Örebro University is that the applicant has completed courses on teaching and learning in higher education corresponding to 10 weeks. Knowledge and skills equivalent to such courses may also be assessed to establish whether these provide eligibility. This assessment will be made by Örebro University. For appointment as professor, the applicant must also have completed courses on doctoral supervision. A professor who at the time of appointment does not meet these criteria must complete the required courses no later than within two years of taking up the position.
Assessment criteria
When appointing a professor, both the applicant’s research expertise and their teaching expertise will be assessed, and as much attention is to be given to the applicant’s teaching expertise as to their research expertise. The assessment is also to consider the applicant’s qualifications and experience from collaboration with the wider community, of which the university is a part, as well as national and international experience and mobility. In addition, the applicant’s suitability for the position and their leadership skills will be assessed.
Research expertise
Research expertise in statistics is required, while a specialisation in Bayesian Statistics, Econometrics, Time Series Analysis and/or Survey Statistics is a strong merit.
The applicant’s research expertise will be assessed based on their national and international standing and recognition in the research community. Research expertise is demonstrated through independent research contributions, which to a substantial degree exceed those that are required for appointment as a docent, in terms of both quality and the number of publications. Recognition is also demonstrated by means of the applicant’s ability to lead and develop research, as well as through the supervision of doctoral students. It is desirable for applicants to have been the principal supervisor of at least two doctoral students, seeing them through to their thesis defence. Research expertise also encompasses being the principal researcher of projects with research grants that have been secured in competition with others and holding positions of trust in academia.
Teaching expertise
When defining teaching expertise at Örebro University, three categories are used: teaching approach, how the teaching approach is put into practice, and professional development as a teacher. The applicant’s teaching qualifications are therefore to be documented accordingly and in compliance with Örebro University’s template for teaching portfolios, relating clearly to the values set out in Örebro University’s educational philosophy.
The applicant’s teaching expertise will be assessed in terms of the width and scope of various methods and teaching modes applied at the bachelor’s, master’s and/or doctoral levels, including experience of individual supervision at different levels, in addition to the supervision of doctoral students.
Moreover, the ability to develop, plan, execute and evaluate modes of teaching and examination, and to contribute to educational development, such as preparing teaching materials, textbooks and/or steering documents relating to teaching will be assessed, as will the ability to maintain a scientific approach in teaching.
Collaborative skills
The ability to interact with the surrounding society is an important part of a professor’s role, and it requires a good understanding of various societal processes and the impact of university activities on them.
The applicant’s collaborative skills will be assessed in terms of the width and scope of the cooperation and/or collaboration undertaken, internationally as well as nationally, within academia and with the wider community. Previous experience of collaborating with statistical agencies is considered an advantage.
Leadership skills
A successful candidate is expected to take a leadership role with a collaborative spirit, be ready to support and inspire colleagues, foster synergies, and contribute to a vibrant and growing research environment.
The applicants’ leadership and administrative skills will be assessed in terms of the scope and width of their qualifications and experience from leadership roles and/or academic assignments within education and research.
Suitability
Suitability refers to the applicant having the personal qualities required to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities at hand, to cooperate with other members of staff, and to drive the development of the operations in question. Applicants are also expected to have the ability to make research-ethical considerations and to follow good research practice.
Other assessment criteria
As the position may involve administrative duties and teaching at both bachelor’s level and advanced level, a good command of both Swedish and English is a merit.
Information
These positions are permanent and full-time. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
For more information about the position, contact Erik Löfmarck (Head of School) at +46 19 30 10 29 or email: erik.lofmarck@oru.se.
At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach.
Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterised by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations.
Örebro University aims to improve the gender balance among professors and especially encourages female candidates to apply.
Application
The application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure. For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included:
- Covering letter, outlining how you believe you can contribute to the continued development of Örebro University
- CV with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience
- Teaching portfolio (as instructed in Örebro University's guidelines)
- Research portfolio
- Publication list
- Relevant scientific publications (maximum of 10 and in full-text format)
- Copies of relevant course/degree certificates and references verifying eligibility and criteria met
Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian and Danish can be reviewed. More information for applicants will be found on our career site: https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/applicants-and-external-experts/
The application deadline is February 1, 2027. We look forward to receiving your application!
After the application deadline, no supplements can be made electronically. If you have scientific publications that cannot be attached electronically to the application, please refer to these in your application and contact hr@oru.se.
As we have already made our choices in terms of external collaboration partners and marketing efforts for this recruitment process, we decline any contact with recruitment agencies and advertisers.
As directed by the National Archives of Sweden (Riksarkivet), we are required to deposit one file copy of the application documents, excluding publications, for a period of two years after the appointment decision has gained legal force.
