Academic and Career Advisor for the Faculty of Learning and Society

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Malmö University is an innovative, urban, and international institution of higher education that contributes to societal development through the work of engaged and experienced staff. At our university, teachers, researchers, and other professionals with diverse expertise work together to conduct education and research of high quality. All professions and roles are important. You are welcome to apply for a job with us! You can read more about what it's like to work at Malmö University here: https://mau.se/om-oss/jobba-hos-oss/ About the Position We are recruiting an Academic and Career Advisor for the Faculty of Learning and Society, for a permanent position with a 6-month probation period. Content and Responsibilities As an Academic and Career Advisor at the Faculty of Learning and Society, your main responsibilities will be to provide excellent service, support, and guidance to both prospective and current students regarding matters related to studies, working life, and career development. The work focuses primarily on one-on-one academic and career counseling and occasional classroom-based guidance. You will actively support students in choosing their studies, inform about entrance requirements, and highlight the differences between various teacher education programs. You will also participate in welcoming new students to the Faculty of Learning and Society. For current students, the role involves providing guidance and support throughout their studies with the goal of successful completion. This may also include advising on course selection or changes to study arrangements. The position includes staying updated on relevant information and regulations, providing correct information, and planning studies. Our core activities consist of guidance and information provided both digitally and in person through scheduled meetings, email, phone consultations, and drop-in sessions. Work at Malmö University takes place in a dynamic international environment. Both counseling conversations and oral and written communication must therefore be handled in both Swedish and English. Qualifications This position specifically requires: - Education in academic and career guidance - Several years of professional experience in academic and career guidance - Very good proficiency in Swedish and English (spoken and written) - Very good knowledge of admission requirements for higher education - Very good knowledge of counseling methods and a strong interest in counseling conversations Particularly meriting experience for this position: - Experience with academic and career guidance at a university or college Workplace The position is located at Student Center and the unit for Studies and Career. Student Center is part of Malmö University's common operational support and is organized into five units: in addition to the Studies and Career unit, it also includes the International Office, Student Health Services, Pedagogical Support, and the Academic Administration unit. The unit has overall coordinating responsibility for guidance work at Malmö University. The work team of 23 people has assignments within operational support at the faculty and in the common operations. This position focuses on academic and career guidance at the Faculty of Learning and Society. The Faculty, with approximately 7,500 students and 320 employees, is organized into six departments. The Faculty of Learning and Society offers professional education in the fields of school, culture, leisure, and sports. The Faculty runs one of Sweden's largest teacher education programs and offers students the choice of four degrees: preschool teacher, elementary school teacher, upper secondary school teacher, or vocational teacher. The Faculty of Learning and Society is characterized by innovative approaches to curriculum design and collaboration with school principals, municipalities, organizations, and the business sector. The Faculty educates, among others, sports scientists, historians, teachers, special educators, specialist teachers, and academic and career advisors. Master's and doctoral programs, individual courses, continuing education, and commissioned training are some of the Faculty's additional educational offerings. Information Department Head Katarina Fjellström, [email protected] Regarding the recruitment process, Malmö University has made decisions about recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this posting. Application You apply for the position through Malmö University's recruitment system by clicking the "Apply" button. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions below and that it reaches the university no later than 2026-08-20. Your application must be written in Swedish, English, or one of the Scandinavian languages. As an applicant, you are responsible for having your application and attachments translated. Your application must include: - Curriculum vitae - Relevant grades and certificates - A brief statement (maximum 1 page) in which you describe your experience, background, and qualifications related to the position and explain why you are the most suitable candidate Other Information The position is a permanent employment and constitutes full-time work. A probation period may be applied. Malmö University is a workplace and educational institution that strives to have an open and inclusive approach, where equal opportunities and fair conditions add value to our operations. Malmö University applies individual salary setting. Start Date By agreement. Union Representatives OFR: [email protected] Saco-S: [email protected] Seko: [email protected] We look forward to receiving your application!Malmö University is an innovative, urban, and international institution of higher education that contributes to societal development through the work of engaged and experienced staff. At our university, teachers, researchers, and other professionals with diverse expertise work together to conduct education and research of high quality. All professions and roles are important. You are welcome to apply for a job with us! You can read more about what it's like to work at Malmö University here: https://mau.se/om-oss/jobba-hos-oss/ About the Position We are recruiting an Academic and Career…

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Malmö

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21. 7. 2026

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5. 8. 2026

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