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Linköping University

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About Linköping University

Linköping University (LiU) is a research-oriented university in Sweden known for its interdisciplinary approach and strong integration between technology, medicine, and social sciences. Established in 1975, the university has developed a modern research profile with close collaboration between academia, healthcare, and industry.

With campuses in Linköping and Norrköping, LiU plays an important role in Sweden’s innovation landscape and participates actively in national and European research programmes. The university is particularly recognised for combining applied research with interdisciplinary academic environments.

Research and Academic Focus

Linköping University conducts research across engineering, computer science, medicine, natural sciences, educational sciences, and social sciences. The university is especially known for research in materials science, biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, health technology, and interdisciplinary systems research.

Interdisciplinary research centres focus on digitalisation, medical technologies, sustainability, advanced materials, and human-centred systems. Collaboration between engineering and medical research is a defining feature of LiU’s academic profile.

PhD and Postdoctoral Opportunities

PhD candidates at Linköping University are employed as doctoral researchers with full employment benefits. Doctoral education is conducted in English across many disciplines and organised within research groups and graduate schools.

Postdoctoral and faculty positions are regularly available in areas such as:

  • Artificial intelligence and computer science
  • Biomedical engineering and medical technology
  • Materials science and applied physics
  • Educational sciences and interdisciplinary research
  • Systems engineering and sustainability research

Researchers interested in related academic fields may explore opportunities in:

Academic Careers in Sweden

With its strong interdisciplinary orientation and applied research focus, Linköping University attracts researchers seeking academic careers in innovation-driven and collaborative research environments in Sweden.