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About Uppsala University

Uppsala University is Sweden’s oldest university, founded in 1477, and one of the country’s leading research-intensive institutions. With a long academic tradition and strong international profile, the university plays a central role in Sweden’s higher education and research system.

Located primarily in Uppsala, with additional activities in Visby, the university is closely connected to national research infrastructures, university hospitals, and international research collaborations. Uppsala University participates actively in European research programmes and global academic networks.

Research and Academic Focus

Uppsala University conducts research across natural sciences, medicine, pharmacy, engineering sciences, social sciences, law, theology, and humanities. The university is particularly recognised for research in evolutionary biology, immunology, energy research, materials science, peace and conflict studies, and pharmaceutical sciences.

Interdisciplinary research environments address global challenges including sustainable energy systems, health innovation, climate change, and societal development. The university maintains strong cooperation with research institutes, healthcare institutions, and public agencies.

PhD and Postdoctoral Opportunities

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

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

  • Life sciences and medicine
  • Energy and materials research
  • Pharmaceutical sciences
  • Social sciences and international studies
  • Humanities and interdisciplinary research

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Academic Careers in Uppsala

With its long academic tradition and strong research profile, Uppsala University attracts researchers seeking academic careers in internationally connected and research-intensive environments across Sweden and Europe.