Professor in Mechanics of Composite Structures

Mid Sweden University has approximately 15000 students and campus locations in Härnösand, Sundsvall and Östersund.Mid Sweden University has, among other things, research and education in close connection to development of processes and products of interest for the forest industry as well as at the interface to information and communication technology. Mid Sweden University Fibre Science and Communication Network Professor in Mechanics of Composite Structures Campus Sundsvall Ref.no.MIUN 2007/1841 Mid Sweden University and Fibre Science and Communication Network (FSCN) announces a position as professor in Mechanics of Composite Structures at Campus Sundsvall Subject description: Persons eligible for employment as Professor in Mechanics of Composite Structures are those who have a strong scientific background in mechanics of composite/sandwich structures and structural design.The main focus of the research for this position will be on mechanics and design aspects of multiply-paper boards as well as corrugated boards used for industrial and consumer packaging.Qualifications: The desired qualifications for the position are: a strong scientific background in composite materials and structural mechanics (experience with mechanics of packaging paper and board is an asset); experience in developing research programs, raising outside funds, and successfully executing research projects with desired results; and experience in teaching and developing courses on both undergraduate and graduate levels.A well-established, international contact network is also desired.Administrative skills and other qualifications of relevance for the position will be considered.Demonstrated leadership ability and management experience, as well as ability to co-operate and communicate with the surrounding community are also essential.Equality: Mid Sweden University wishes to promote equality and the balance between sexes.Since the majority of professors within the faculty are men, women are encouraged to apply for the position.Handling; The handling of the position is regulated by the Ordinance of Higher Education, chapter 4, and is carried out according to the Mid Sweden University's rules for employment, http://www.miun.se/MHTemplates/MHPage____1007.aspx.The successful applicant will be appointed to the position according to mutually agreed conditions.The applications (in 4 copies) should arrive in the following address, no later than March 17, 2008: Registrator, Mid Sweden University, Holmgatan 10, SE - 851 71 Sundsvall, Sweden.Marked with Ref.No.2007/1841.