Dr. Jan Ingvar Jönsson

Professor

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Biography

Jan-Ingvar Jönsson has been the Vice-Chancellor of Linköping University since July 2020. He previously served as a professor of medical cell biology, a position he has held since 2008. Jönsson's research has focused on the mechanisms controlling blood cell formation, particularly regarding stem cells, since the early 1990s. He has previously worked at Max Planck Institute in Freiburg and Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada. His academic journey includes a doctoral degree in medical sciences from Lund University and a bachelor's degree in biology from the same institution. Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in various research strategies in Sweden, notably as a member of the Swedish Research Council’s Scientific Council for Medicine and Health from 2013 to 2015 and as Secretary General of the council from 2016 to 2020. His work emphasizes the importance of secure and creative research environments that foster collaboration across disciplines. Jönsson is regarded as a strong advocate for innovation in education and teaching methods within higher education, aiming to position Linköping University as a leader in these fields.

Research Interests

Experience

Vice-Chancellor

2020-07-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping

Leading the university's educational and research mission, fostering innovation and collaboration.

Professor of Medical Cell Biology

2008-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping

Conducting research in medical cell biology focused on blood cell formation.

Senior Lecturer

2003-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Linköping University • Linköping

Lecturing and conducting research within the field of medical sciences.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1990-01-01 — 1993-01-01

Hospital for Sick Children • Toronto, Canada

Researching stem cell biology and blood formation processes.

Awards

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Scholarship

1985-01-01
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Electrolux Fellowship

1990-01-01
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Research Award

1998-01-01

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.