Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We are shaping the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based in the Arctic region, we create global societal benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national, and regional companies, public actors, and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has an annual turnover of nearly 2.1 billion SEK. We currently employ 1,900 staff and have 18,700 students.
In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in large projects aimed at creating a more sustainable society both nationally and globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly relevant research projects and the societal transformation that follows. We offer a wide range of educational programs to match the skills in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable companies and communities of the future.
Luleå University of Technology is expanding its research environment in advanced battery technology. Through RECAT – Research Center for Advanced Battery Technology, we are building a unique academic and industrial ecosystem to transform the entire battery value chain, from active materials to cell manufacturing and development.
We are now seeking an Operations Manager to lead and develop RECAT, which also includes contributing to the further development of the entire national innovation system in which RECAT is a part. The Operations Manager's responsibilities include representing RECAT in national programs, developing European collaborations through various European project funding instruments, and, where relevant, developing other international collaborations.
The Operations Manager is also active in initiating and building research and development projects in collaboration with community organizations, the battery industry, other industries, and universities. This involves contacts and dialogue with funders, industry, and academia, primarily at the regional level but also nationally and internationally.
As part of RECAT, you will collaborate with top international universities, leading industry partners, and groundbreaking European initiatives. You will contribute to shaping the next generation of digitized, sustainable battery production and educating future talents at the heart of Europe's green industrial transformation. If you are driven to push the boundaries of science and innovation and to transform research into real solutions, we invite you to join our team in northern Sweden – one of the most dynamic regions for green industrialization worldwide.
Qualifications
For this position, a PhD in a field relevant to RECAT's activities is required. You should have a university-level education and experience in project management or operations management in a related area. To fit the role of Operations Manager, you are expected to be a proactive leader with the ability to inspire and develop others. You are curious, strategic, and motivating – with the ability to analyze risks and opportunities. You should find it easy to collaborate effectively with individuals from industry, universities, funders, and authorities. You communicate fluently in both Swedish and English, in both spoken and written forms.
Scope and Location
We are seeking an Operations Manager for a permanent full-time position based in Luleå.
Additional Information
For questions about the position, please contact Operations Manager Pär-Erik Martinsson at 0920-493637 or
[email protected], or Head of Department Niklas Lehto at 0920-492085 or
[email protected].
Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer at 0920-492037 or
[email protected], or OFR-S Marika Vesterberg at 0920-491721 or
[email protected].
Application
We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, attaching a personal letter, CV/resume, and diploma. Please label your application with the reference number below. Applications and diplomas must be written in Swedish or English.
Application deadline: December 8, 2025
Reference number: 4757-2025