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Join the Department of Chemistry

At the Department of Chemistry, you will become part of leading research and education at one of Sweden’s largest universities. We offer an international environment where you will work alongside colleagues from across the globe and join a workplace characterised by collaboration, curiosity and knowledge development. Our campus is known for excellence in research and teaching, a culture of innovation and openness, and a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion.

 “I have the whole world in my office – every day, I meet people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.” – Magnus Holmgren, Finance administrator.

Meet our people

Associate professor at the Department of Chemistry
Malin Linder-Nording - Associate professor

Malin at the Department of Chemistry

Doktorand vid Kemiska institutionen
Dmytro Sokol - PhD student

Dmytro at the Department of Chemistry

Staff scientist at Department of Chemistry
Joao Figueira - Staff scientist

Joao Figueira at the Department of Chemistry

Simon Jönsson
Simon Jönsson - Communications officer

Simon Jönsson at the Department of Chemistry

Find your place at the department

Explore the different ways you can contribute and discover the support available to help you succeed.
Lab work
In Research

Develop your research with expert support, advanced infrastructure and broad scientific expertise.

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Technical support

Use your expertise to develop advanced methods, technology and support for research.

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Administrative Support

Use your skills to support research and education in a collaborative, international department.

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For a healthy workplace

At the Department of Chemistry, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, included and valued. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can develop professionally, contribute their ideas and maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life. 

Strategic working groups focus on different aspects of the workplace, including the physical work environment, the organisational and social work environment, equal opportunities and health-promoting social activities. Together, these groups help us build a safe, inclusive and sustainable workplace where people can thrive and do their best work.

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Dual careers

As northern Sweden's largest urban hub, Umeå offers a booming, diverse job market with outstanding dual-career opportunities across tech, healthcare, and the rapidly expanding green industrial sector. Beyond professional growth, the city is widely recognized as an exceptionally safe place to live and grow up. Families here enjoy the rare combination of a dynamic, forward-looking economy and a deeply secure, welcoming environment where children can safely bike to school and thrive.

Learn more about the Dual Career Programme

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Latest update: 2026-10-22