Postdoctoral Researcher in Sustainability Science: Social Justice and Extreme Climate Events
Poste de Chercheur Postdoctoral en Sciences de la Durabilité à Lund University
Une Opportunité dans la Recherche Climatique
Entreprise : Lunds universitet
Localisation : Lund, Skåne, Suède
Type de contrat : Emploi temporaire à temps plein (2 ans)
Salaire : À confirmer
Description du Poste
Lunds universitet, fondée en 1666 et parmi les meilleures universités mondiales, recherche un Postdoctoral Researcher in Sustainability Science centré sur les enjeux de la justice sociale liés aux événements climatiques extrêmes. Ce poste est lié au Centre pour des Études sur la Durabilité de Lund (LUCSUS) et au Centre d’Excellence suédois sur les impacts des extrêmes climatiques (CLIMES).
L’accent est mis sur l’étude des dimensions sociales des événements climatiques extrêmes, notamment dans les communautés côtières et urbaines, tout en examinant la perte et les dommages causés par ces événements. Le candidat retenu devra analyser comment les questions de pouvoir, de responsabilité et de mobilisation s’entrelacent avec les événements climatiques.
Responsabilités et Objectifs de Recherche
Focus de Recherche (90% du temps)
Le chercheur postdoctoral réalisera des activités de recherche collaborative, intégrant à la fois des méthodes empiriques et des études documentaires. Les tâches incluront :
- Revue de la littérature interdisciplinaires sur la vulnérabilité sociale et la mobilisation juridique.
- Co-développement de scénarios climatiques explorant les futurs imaginaires de justice et d’adaptation.
- Analyse des réponses légales et communautaires aux pertes et dommages climatiques.
Le candidat devra également explorer comment les valeurs sociétales influencent les chemins d’adaptation et les perceptions de responsabilité climatique.
Qualifications Requises
Le candidat idéal possédera les qualifications suivantes :
- Un doctorat en sciences de la durabilité, géographie, écologie politique ou un domaine connexe.
- Un bilan de publications démontrant des compétences en écriture académique.
- Expérience en collaboration interdisciplinaire.
- Compétences en méthodologies interdisciplinaires, y compris des méthodes de narration, analyse intersectionnelle, et recherche participative.
Engagement Administratif et Formation
Engagement Administratif (10% du temps)
Le poste inclut également des responsabilités telles que la coordination de projets, la préparation de rapports et la communication sur les avancées du projet via des canaux numériques.
Le candidat aurait également l’opportunité de contribuer à des activités d’enseignement, particulièrement sur les dimensions sociétales du changement climatique.
Profil du Candidat
Compétences Souhaitées
Le candidat idéal possédera des compétences supplémentaires telles que :
- Expérience dans des méthodes de recherche qualitatives et éthographiques.
- Familiarité avec les théories de la vulnérabilité et de l’intersectionnalité.
- Compétences en communication écrite populaire, inclues sur des plateformes de médias sociaux.
Les candidatures doivent être soumises via le système de recrutement Varbi, avec l’indication de références académiques.
Pourquoi Postuler ?
Ce poste offre l’occasion d’intégrer une équipe de recherche multidisciplinaire, tout en contribuant à la compréhension et à l’atténuation des impacts sociaux des extrêmes climatiques en Suède. Nous encourageons tous les chercheurs intéressés à postuler et à apporter leurs perspectives uniques sur les défis climatiques contemporains.
Pour postuler : Postulez dès maintenant avant le 28 juillet 2025.
📅 Date de publication de l’offre : Thu, 29 May 2025 05:09:24 GMT
🏢 Entreprise : Lunds universitet
📍 Lieu : Lund, Skåne
💼 Intitulé du poste : Postdoctoral Researcher in Sustainability Science: Social Justice and Extreme Climate Events
💶 Rémunération proposée :
📝 Description du poste : Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.About the RoleWe invite applications for a two-year postdoctoral position at the Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies (LUCSUS), Sweden. The post doc will be affiliated with the Swedish Centre for Impacts of Climate Extremes (CLIMES), a national Centre of Excellence involving Lund University, Uppsala University, and RISE. CLIMES is dedicated to interdisciplinary research on the wide-ranging impacts of climate extremes, supporting international collaboration, policy engagement, and knowledge co-production.This position focuses on the social justice dimensions of extreme climate events, with a particular emphasis on coastal communities and urban populations facing intensifying extreme and slow onset events. The successful candidate will contribute to LUCSUS’s research on loss and damage, examining how slow-onset and extreme events intersect with questions of power, responsibility, and mobilisation.We are especially interested in applicants with experience or interest in:Storylines and political imaginaries of adaptation and justice; Systematic reviews of research on vulnerability, legal mobilisation, and environmental justice; Socio-legal approaches to climate impacts, including public responses, legal claims, and policy accountability mechanisms.The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to novel methodological development that links lived experiences with legal, infrastructural and political framings of loss and damage. The geographic focus is Sweden (especially coastal and urban regions), but comparative or global perspectives are welcomed.The successful candidate will be supervised by Professor Emily Boyd and collaborate closely with researchers at Lund University, Uppsala University, and RISE Stockholm.Position InstructionsResearch Focus (90% time)The main research tasks for the position will be linked closely to the broader project objectives. The successful candidate will carry out collaborative and interdisciplinary research that involves desk-based and empirical methods as well as engagement with actors and users of our science and case study work related to ongoing projects in Sweden. This includes reviewing interdisciplinary literature on social vulnerability, legal mobilisation, and loss and damage – with special attention to coastal impacts (e.g. sea level rise, erosion, retreat) and heatwaves (e.g. urban inequality, public health impacts, housing). Co-developing climate storylines that explore future imaginaries of justice, adaptation, and policy response – grounded in empirical research with immobile, structurally excluded, and other diverse communities, including those traditionally perceived as less vulnerable, such as affluent or privileged populations who may face unexpected vulnerabilities. Contributing to Swedish case studies on how legal, institutional, and community responses shape the experience and recognition of climate loss – including socio-legal mobilisation and local advocacy. And exploring how societal and cultural values (e.g. around nature, place, health, or ageing) influence adaptation pathways and perceptions of climate responsibility.Specifically background qualifications include:We seek a researcher with strong theoretical and empirical expertise in the complex social dimensions of climate extremes, focusing on coastal and inland regions experiencing ecological and land loss. The successful candidate will demonstrate deep knowledge of climate and environmental justice theories, including frameworks of recognition, representation, and redistribution, alongside a nuanced understanding of the diverse and intersectional societal drivers of environmental change and vulnerability. This includes recognising that vulnerability to climate extremes affects not only marginalised and immobile populations but can also encompass affluent or privileged groups who may be more vulnerable than commonly assumed due to social, psychological, or place-based factors. Methodologically, the candidate should be proficient in interdisciplinary approaches such as narrative/storytelling methods, intersectional analysis, and participatory research, and committed to collaborative engagement with both academic and non-academic stakeholders. The role requires theoretical competence to critically engage with socio-legal mobilisation frameworks and to investigate how diverse communities negotiate, resist, and adapt to heatwaves and other climate extremes, contributing to transformative sustainability pathways grounded in justice across all dimensions.Administrative and Service Focus (10% time)The main administrative responsibilities include project coordination and reporting, contributing to coordinating workshops, funders reports and producing outreach materials for stakeholders. The postdoctoral researcher will also engage in science communication activities, such as maintaining regular updates on project progress via the website and social media channels.The successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to teaching, especially on societal dimensions of climate change.The ideal candidate will have the following specific qualifications:A PhD in sustainability science, geography, political ecology, or a related field. A demonstrated publication record and proven academic writing skills, including leading the preparation of well-argued, clearly written scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication. Evidence of successful interdisciplinary collaboration. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary, inclusive, and international research team. Experience conducting fieldwork with an awareness of research ethics and working collaboratively with stakeholders and research teams in remote communities. Enthusiasm for teaching and student engagement. Language skills in English and SwedishDesired Qualifications
The following will strengthen a candidate’s profile:Experience with qualitative, ethnographic, or participatory research methods, as well as policy engagement and workshop facilitation. Familiarity with relevant theories and concepts, such as vulnerability, intersectionality, imaginaries, and storylines. Experience managing research teams, including supervision of students or research assistants. Skills in popular science writing and communication, including blogs and social media.The Postdoctoral researcher is a 2 year position.Welcome with your application!All applications for this position must go through our recruitment system, Varbi. We do not accept applications by email.We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to the LUCSUS–CLIMES project, focusing on the social impacts of climate extremes in Sweden, particularly through the lens of coastal loss, heatwaves, socio-legal mobilisation, storylines, and intersectional approaches to vulnerability. We welcome proposals that critically engage with these themes and demonstrate both methodological awareness and alignment with the project’s broader objectives.Application ComponentsA complete application consists of:Cover Page (max. 1 page):
A short motivation outlining your interest in the position and how it aligns with your future career goals. Include your name and contact information. CV:
Detailing your academic and professional background, including relevant research, interdisciplinary experience, and public communication. List of Publications:
Please separate peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and popular science or outreach publications. Research Proposal (max. 1000 words, Times New Roman 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing, 2.5 cm margins):
The proposal should demonstrate how your research aligns with the goals of LUCSUS–CLIMES and contribute to understanding and addressing the social dimensions of climate extremes. The proposal must include: Project title (max. 20 words) Abstract (max. 150 words) Research questions or hypotheses Relevance to LUCSUS–CLIMES key themes Research plan and methods (including feasibility) Expected outcomes and significanceWe encourage proposals that integrate interdisciplinary methods such as storytelling, intersectional analysis, socio-legal engagement, and/or stakeholder collaboration.Please include names and contact information for three academic or professional references who can speak to your professional and teamwork abilities. At least one should be a former or current research supervisor.The Faculty of Social Sciences at Lund University is one of the leading education and research institutions in Sweden and operates both in Lund and Helsingborg.We kindly decline all sales and marketing contacts. Anställningsform: tidsbegränsad anställning | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100% | Ort: Lund | Län: Skåne län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: PA2025/1823 | Kontakt: Emily Boyd, Professor , Emily Boyd, Professor , Natalie Nyman, HR-partner , Natalie Nyman, HR-partner , | Facklig företrädare: OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli 046-2229362, OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli 046-2229362, SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet kansli@saco-s.lu.se, SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet kansli@saco-s.lu.se, SEKO: Seko Civil 046-2229366, SEKO: Seko Civil 046-2229366, | Publicerat: 2025-05-27 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2025-07-28
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