Goran Basic

Goran Basic is an associate professor in Sociology and a senior lecturer at Linnaeus University with a diverse educational background, holding a Ph.D. and Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Sociology from Lund University.

His research primarily focuses on fieldwork in Bosnia and Herzegovina, post-war society, and projects in juvenile care, notably explored in his dissertation 'When collaboration becomes a struggle'.

Basic has extensively studied policing practices in the Baltic Sea area, experiences of young people in HVB homes, and narratives of individuals who have lived through war and sought refuge in Sweden.

He is currently involved in various research projects related to university studies, high school interactions with students using substance abuse, care for newly arrived students, war refugees, collaboration in youth care, and definitions of successful police work.

Throughout his career, Basic has held positions in academia, including as a postdoctoral researcher, lecturer, and investigator at Lund University, as well as teaching roles at Halmstad University and Osterlen college.

Moreover, he has practical experience as a former prison officer at the Prison and Probation Service and has engaged in collaborations with stakeholders across multiple sectors.

Basic's work delves into diverse social issues like war experiences, youth care, substance abuse, and collaborative practices, showcasing his multidisciplinary expertise in sociology and pedagogy.