Overview
Lund University's Sociology of Law department is recruiting a two-year postdoctoral researcher for a WASP-HS project on digitalisation and automation in the Swedish welfare state.
Complete research opportunity details
The research examines how digitalisation, artificial intelligence and automated decision-making shape governance, vulnerability, exclusion and access to welfare. The postdoc will conduct empirical research, publish findings and participate in the WASP-HS research environment. Benefits stated by the source include: Full-time two-year postdoctoral appointment; Salary under Lund University terms; Funding for fieldwork and international conferences; Mentoring, publication and career-development support.
Eligibility requirements
PhD completed or near completion in sociology of law, law, science and technology studies, political science, public administration, sociology or a related field. Relevant empirical-research competence is required. The source requires strong Swedish and English language proficiency.
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Verification notes
Verified on Lund University's official Varbi recruitment page on 2026-09-07 UTC. Reference PA2026/2189. The source states 2026-09-30 as the last application date without an exact closing time; no clock time was inferred.
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