Administrative Director

Department of Molecular Sciences We are seeking an experienced administrative director with strong commitment and interest in our operations and a desire to work in an academic environment. About the role As administrative director, you will have an important function supporting the department's head and leadership in matters concerning strategic planning and monitoring of operations, primarily in areas related to finance and personnel. You will be part of the department's management council. You will be responsible for personnel and operations of the administrative support function, which currently consists of 5 people. The team provides support and services in finance, HR, infrastructure, archiving, and other administrative matters to both leadership and staff. The role of administrative director also involves being a link between the department, the faculty office, and SLU's central administrative services. Your background Key responsibilities: - Provide decision support to the head and subject-responsible/unit managers - Prepare matters related to financial planning, organization, personnel, infrastructure, procurement, and operations planning - Develop the department's common administrative processes and working methods - Actively participate in and ensure budget and financial statement work, results monitoring, and operations analysis - Lead the department's administrative staff - Create conditions for support services to continue functioning in a qualitative, efficient, and functional manner - Conduct employee and salary meetings for the department's administrative support - Play an active role in recruitment and personnel development at the department - Participate in the department's management council - Be responsible for the department's rehabilitation matters and monitoring in the Adato system tool - When needed, perform other administrative tasks Qualifications: You must have: - An academic degree that the employer deems appropriate for the position, such as in finance or economics - Several years of professional experience from similar work areas - Documented several years of experience in management with personnel responsibility - Very good skills in written and spoken Swedish and English - Good knowledge of the Office suite As a person, you have the ability to see issues and solutions from a holistic perspective. You understand the connection between administrative support and the needs of academic operations and work in a strategic and analytical manner. The role of administrative director requires that you have a genuine interest in leading and developing people and operations. You are responsive and have the ability to create a good and positive work climate and good work environment, and you have a service and collaboration-oriented working approach. About us The Department of Molecular Sciences conducts research and education in numerous areas related to chemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, and food science. We are approximately 100 people divided into numerous organizational divisions and units, where a subject professor is responsible for each unit's finance and personnel. The Department of Molecular Sciences is part of BioCentrum-Ultuna, Uppsala, and belongs to the Faculty of Natural Resources and Agricultural Sciences (NJ) at SLU. Learn more about our benefits and what it's like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ Placement: Ultuna, Uppsala Employment type: Permanent position with a 6-month probationary period. Scope: 75%-100%, according to candidate's preference. Start date: December 1, 2026, or by agreement. Application: Welcome to submit your application via the application button below no later than 2026-09-18. Trade union contacts: https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in developing sustainable life, founded on science and education. Through our focus on the interactions between humans, animals, and ecosystems and responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Main locations are Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, experimental farms, and educational sites throughout the country. SLU has over 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students, and a turnover of over 4.5 billion kronor. The university is investing in attractive environments on its campus areas. We work for an equal and inclusive work environment where open dialogue between people with different experiences forms the foundation for scientific rigor, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and perspectives to apply for this position.

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