University Lecturer in Plant Physiology
Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology is part of Umeå Plant Science Centre (http://www.upsc.se). Umeå Plant Science Centre is one of Europe's strongest research centers in experimental plant research. Within UPSC, approximately 200 people work, including 30 research leaders. Our main activity is academic research in experimental plant biology, with the goal of understanding all aspects of plants in relation to the environment they live in. Read more about the department at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/organisation/institutioner/skoglig-genetik-vaxtfysiologi/. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/. Subject Description The subject of employment is plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees. Duties The holder shall be responsible for developing research within the subject's focus area in collaboration with other researchers at the faculty and university. The holder shall also contribute to pedagogical development within the subject. The research shall encompass both fundamental and applied questions relevant to the subject area and utilize the research infrastructure connected to UPSC. Genomics and 'omics technologies' shall be central to the research. This means that the holder shall: act in accordance with SLU's vision, goals, and values contribute to the strategic development of the department, faculty, and SLU develop and lead internationally outstanding research in plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees publish scientific articles in international peer-reviewed journals seeK external research funding at national and international levels supervise doctoral candidates and be a mentor for postdoctoral researchers develop, lead, and participate in teaching at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral education levels collaborate with researchers within the department, faculty, and other parts of SLU, as well as nationally and internationally cooperate with and further develop networks with the surrounding society regionally, nationally, and internationally communicate research results perform administrative tasks within the department, faculty, and university, which includes responsibility for budget and personnel The department has a bilingual work environment. The holder of the position will be able to perform most of their duties in English. As a government agency, the university has Swedish as its main language according to language law requirements. At SLU, non-Swedish speaking staff are expected to have such knowledge of Swedish within four years of employment that they can access information in Swedish. The department will support the holder in achieving this. Eligibility Requirements The applicant shall meet the following eligibility requirements: have completed a doctoral degree in a subject relevant to the position be scientifically skilled in genomics and RNA biology be pedagogically skilled have demonstrated leadership ability have good knowledge of English Assessment Criteria As assessment criteria for employment, the degree of skill required as an eligibility requirement for employment shall primarily apply. When assessing scientific skill, the following are considered: research efforts completed and ongoing research within the subject previous experience in genomics and RNA biology future visions for research within the subject ability to independently initiate and conduct outstanding research within the subject ability to obtain external research funding in competition ability to supervise and examine doctoral candidates and be a mentor for postdoctoral researchers When assessing pedagogical skill, the ability to: plan, implement, and evaluate own teaching at all levels supervise and examine students at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral education levels convey and implement one's pedagogical vision integrate current research and a scientific approach in pedagogical work Further considerations include: ability to develop and lead operations and personnel within academia leadership vision collaboration ability ability to cooperate with external stakeholders and the surrounding society communicate research results and development work The position is offered to the person who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is deemed to have the best conditions to carry out and develop the current duties and contribute to a positive development of the operations. Application Deadline: 2026-08-19 Location: Umeå Extent: 100% Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: By agreement Application: It is desirable that your application is written in English, as the applications will be assessed by experts both in Sweden and abroad. For guidance on your application, please refer to SLU's Employment Regulations for Teachers at SLU and General Assessment Criteria for the Employment of Teachers, which you can find at https://internt.slu.se/stod-service/admin-stod/hr-fragor/rekrytering-till_alla_ovriga_anstallningar/anstallning-av-larare/ Welcome to submit your application via the application button below. Trade Union Representatives: 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 campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, experimental fields, and educational sites throughout the country. SLU has over 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral candidates, and a turnover of over 4.5 billion SEK. The university is investing in attractive environments on its campus areas. We work towards an equal and inclusive work environment where open dialogue between people with different experiences forms the basis for scientific rigor, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and perspectives to apply for this position.
Visiting University Lecturer in Pedagogical Work with a Focus on Textile Craft
The Department of Aesthetic Subjects at Umeå University's Faculty of Humanities conducts education and research in the aesthetic subjects of visual art, music, and craft. At the Department of Aesthetic Subjects, just over 40 friendly colleagues work together, united in their commitment to aesthetic subjects. This makes the workplace a creative environment where people with different creative interests meet: wood and textiles, fashion design, image and form, photography, graphic design, sound, music, and music production. For more information, please visit the department's website: https://www.umu.se/institutionen-for-estetiska-amnen/ The Department of Aesthetic Subjects is now recruiting a visiting university lecturer in pedagogical work with a focus on textile craft. Description of Work Tasks The position includes teaching in courses in textile craft and craft didactics, as well as supervision and examination of degree projects, and if applicable, visits to work-integrated learning in teacher education. Teaching in fashion design may also be included. Teaching is at basic and advanced level and takes place both on campus and in internet-based courses. The position includes 80% teaching/administration and 20% professional development. Professional development time is typically used for research. In addition to teaching and research, the position includes teaching-related administration as well as staff, subject, and planning meetings. Eligibility Requirements for Appointment as University Lecturer To be eligible for appointment as a university lecturer, one must have demonstrated pedagogical skill and have completed a doctorate in the educational science field with a focus on textile craft (for example, pedagogical work, didactics), or have equivalent scientific competence, or have some other professional skill that is significant considering the subject content of the position and the work tasks to be included in the employment. Good proficiency in Swedish, both spoken and written, and the ability to teach in this language is required for the position. For information on eligibility requirements for the position, selection criteria, and evaluation between eligibility requirements, read more here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/vikarierande-universitetslektor-i-pedagogiskt-arbete-med-inriktning-mot-textilslojd_946558/ Application Applications must be submitted via the e-recruitment system Varbi and received no later than 2026-08-25. All documents must be submitted electronically. Information on which documents must be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' instructions for applications: https://www.umu.se/contentassets/50940fbdac714459ad8b6a4406596619/humanistiska-fakultetens-anvisningar-for-ansokningar-om-anstallning-och-befordran_okt-25-.pdf Eligibility and assessment criteria can be found in the employment regulations for teachers at Umeå University: https://www.umu.se/globalassets/fristaende-webbar/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet-fs-1.1--1022-25.pdf Note that digital copies of publications must be attached to the application. For this position, no project plan should be submitted. Other Information The position is a temporary position, 100% with start date 2027-02-16 or by agreement, but at the latest until 2027-08-16. The place of work is Umeå. To carry out teaching, participate in seminars and meetings, and fulfill other work tasks included in the position, a high level of physical presence in the environment is required. Umeå University is a state authority, which means that employees receive special benefits. Read more about this here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/formaner/ Further information about the position is provided by: Stina Wikberg, Head of Department, 090-786 58 66, or [email protected], or Anneli Taflin, HR Coordinator, 090-786 89 31, [email protected] Welcome with your application!
Assistant Professor in Any Subject with Clinical Service
Position Responsibilities The position involves scientific and pedagogical qualifications, combined with clinical service as a pharmacist, occupational therapist, midwife, biomedical analyst, physiotherapist, speech-language pathologist, pharmacy technician, radiologic technologist, hospital physicist, nurse, specialist physician, resident physician (ST-läkare), resident dentist (ST-tandläkare), dental hygienist, dentist, or dental technician at Region Västerbotten. The position is aimed at early-career researchers and is designed to provide an assistant professor with the opportunity to develop independence as a researcher and gain both scientific and pedagogical qualifications to meet the requirements for promotion to the position of associate professor with combined employment. Depending on your clinical profession and, where applicable, education level, the assistant professor position involves either clinical service of up to 13 hours per week or clinical service amounting to 50 percent of full-time work as a resident physician or resident dentist. At least 80 percent of remaining time, beyond clinical service, shall be devoted to scientific qualifications and the remaining time shall be devoted to pedagogical qualifications. Teaching will be conducted partly through internet-based distance methods. Teaching is conducted in Swedish and English. Administrative tasks may be included. The duty station is Umeå, but work in other locations may occur. Qualification Requirements Applicable to all applicants: To be qualified for employment as an assistant professor, you must have completed a doctoral degree or possess equivalent scientific competence. To be eligible for employment, the applicant must have documented ability to lecture/teach in English. In addition, necessary language skills in Swedish, Danish, or Norwegian are required (as defined by the National Board of Health and Welfare). Since the position is combined with clinical service in a relevant healthcare profession, Swedish licensure and, where applicable, a specialist certificate in the profession are required for employment. For resident physicians and resident dentists: Since the position is combined with specialist training (ST) as a physician or dentist, Swedish medical or dental licensure is required, and for dentists, two years of documented experience in general dentistry practice is also required. For other applicants: Since the position is combined with clinical service in your profession, Swedish licensure as a pharmacist, occupational therapist, midwife, biomedical analyst, physiotherapist, speech-language pathologist, physician, pharmacy technician, radiologic technologist, hospital physicist, nurse, dental hygienist, dentist, or dental technician is required for employment. For physicians, a specialist certificate in the relevant specialty is also required. The same applies to dentists with specialist competence. Assessment Criteria For assessment criteria, please see the full advertisement on our website. More About the Position A plan for pedagogical and scientific development will be established in connection with employment. One pedagogical and two scientific mentors will be appointed to support implementation of the plans. Promotion criteria for the position will be determined upon taking office. The position will organizationally belong to a department at the Faculty of Medicine. Department placement will be determined in consultation with you based on where your research fits best; please indicate any preferences for department placement in your application. The position includes a start package with funding equivalent to a doctoral student position, plus operating funds of 100,000 kr per year for six years. Different conditions apply depending on your clinical profession regarding what we can offer. Read more below under the relevant section. For resident physicians and resident dentists: Umeå University is the employer for the assistant professor position combined with specialist training. The clinical service as a resident physician or resident dentist is performed in Region Västerbotten's operations at 50 percent of full-time. The position is full-time and permanent. The assistant professor has the right to, upon request, be considered for promotion to associate professor, which after obtaining a specialist certificate is combined with employment as a specialist physician or dentist. The qualification period for the assistant professor combined with employment as a resident physician or resident dentist is nine years (resident physician), eight years (resident dentist in oral surgery), or six years (other resident dentists) from taking office. An application for promotion must be submitted six months before the qualification period ends. If the assistant professor is not promoted after consideration, the employment is handled in accordance with applicable rules for transition. For those seeking employment combined with clinical service of up to 13 hours per week: The assistant professor position is a fixed-term appointment, according to Chapter 4, Section 12a of the Higher Education Ordinance, for six years at full-time. The position at Umeå University is combined with clinical service at Region Västerbotten in the applicant's primary profession, involving clinical duties amounting to up to 13 hours per week. The assistant professor has the right to be considered for promotion to associate professor combined with employment in their clinical profession. An application for consideration for promotion must be submitted six months before the fixed-term appointment expires. If an assistant professor is not promoted after consideration, the fixed-term appointment is terminated. Application The application deadline is 2026-10-01. Instructions for application and a list of documents to be attached to your application can be found here. You apply through our e-recruitment system, which you can access via the application button below. When your application is received, you will receive a confirmation email. We welcome your application!
Professor of Media and Communication Science
Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest universities with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a wide range of high-quality education and world-leading research in several scientific fields. It was here that the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene scissors was made, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close at hand. Our integrated campus makes it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, fostering a dynamic and open culture. The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, this means conducting research about – and within – a society in transition. It also means delivering education for regions that need to expand rapidly and sustainably. This is simply where the future is being created. Are you interested in learning more? Read more about Umeå University as a workplace. The Department of Culture and Media Studies is part of Umeå University's Faculty of Humanities and has approximately 70 employees. A unique combination of subject areas makes the department a creative environment at the intersection of art, culture, literature, and media. The department conducts internationally recognized research of high quality. For more information, visit: https://www.umu.se/kultmed We are now seeking a Professor of Media and Communication Science with a start date according to agreement. Description and Responsibilities The position includes research, teaching, supervision, seminar leadership, collaboration, and administrative work. The appointment includes 30% faculty-funded research on a continuing basis. The professor is expected to initiate research projects and actively seek research funding, preferably in collaboration with other researchers, and generally contribute to the further development of the subject and department. Qualifications for Appointment as Professor To be qualified for appointment as a professor in Media and Communication Science, an applicant must have demonstrated both scientific and pedagogical proficiency within the field of Media and Communication Science (4 chap. 3 § Higher Education Ordinance). Required language proficiency in Swedish or another Scandinavian language, as well as good knowledge of English to conduct teaching at all educational levels, is a requirement for the position. Qualification and assessment criteria can be found in the employment regulations for teachers at Umeå University. https://www.umu.se/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet2/ For information on Assessment Criteria and Weighing of Assessment Criteria, see https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/professor-i-medie--och-kommunikationsvetenskap_907937/ Application Applications must be submitted through the recruitment system Varbi and must be received no later than August 31, 2026. Information about which documents must be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' application guidelines: https://www.umu.se/humanistisk-fakultet/om-institutionen/tva-dokument/ All documents must be submitted electronically. The Faculty of Humanities offers the opportunity to apply for faculty-funded research time in internal competition. Additional Information The appointment is on a continuing basis with a start date according to agreement. The place of work is Umeå. High presence at the workplace is a requirement for satisfactorily performing the duties included in the position. Umeå University is a state agency, which means that employees receive special benefits. Read more about this here: Benefits (umu.se). Further information about the position is provided by Head of Department Sofia Pulls, 090-7865797, [email protected] or HR Coordinator [email protected] We welcome your application! Umeå University aims to offer an equal and equitable environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives forms the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences for this position. To staffing and recruitment companies and to sales representatives: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job postings.
Assistant Professor in Elective Subject at the Faculty of Medicine
Umeå University aims to provide the next generation of research leaders with the best conditions to build groundbreaking research through the Umeå University Northern Star Fellows initiative. In a university-wide initiative, we are offering 10 early-career researchers the opportunity to develop long-term research activities over six years and qualify for promotion to professor. All vacancies within this initiative can be found at: https://www.umu.se/northern-star/northern-star-fellows/ Learn more about the Umeå University Northern Star Programme, a completely new excellence program designed to strengthen quality and international competitiveness in research. https://www.umu.se/northern-star/ As part of the Umeå University Northern Star Programme, the Faculty of Medicine is advertising up to three positions as Assistant Professor in an elective subject within the faculty's research areas and educational programs. The positions will be filled based on the applicant who, in competition, is assessed to have the best qualifications in science and pedagogy as well as the potential to develop successful research regardless of subject area. The position includes a start-up package with funding equivalent to a doctoral position as well as operating funds for your research. Applications are welcome until October 1! Job Responsibilities The position is aimed at early-career researchers, and the purpose of the appointment is to give an Assistant Professor the opportunity to develop their independence as a researcher and qualify both scientifically and pedagogically within their subject area in order to meet the requirements for a professor position. The position as Assistant Professor is primarily, at least 80 percent, focused on scientific qualifications. The remaining time should be primarily focused on pedagogical qualifications. Teaching may partially be conducted using internet-based methods at a distance. Teaching is conducted in Swedish and English. Administrative tasks may be included. The duty station is Umeå, but work at other locations may occur. Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for employment as an Assistant Professor, you must have completed a doctoral degree or have equivalent scientific competence. To be eligible for employment, the applicant must have documented ability to teach/instruct in English. Those who do not have the ability to teach in Swedish are expected to acquire this ability during the employment period. Evaluation Criteria Since the position is aimed at early-career researchers, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance Section 4 Chapter 4a, preference should be given to those who have completed a doctoral degree or reached equivalent competence no more than seven years before the time of application for the Assistant Professor position, according to the Higher Education Ordinance Section 4 Chapter 4a and decisions made at Umeå University. However, those who completed their doctoral degree or reached equivalent competence earlier may also be considered if there are special circumstances. Special circumstances refer to leave due to illness, parental leave, or other similar situations, Higher Education Ordinance Section 4 Chapter 4a. Further evaluation criteria for appointment as Assistant Professor are: Scientific competence, pedagogical competence, and administrative competence. A general evaluation criterion for teachers at Umeå University is good collaboration skills, as well as the competence and suitability otherwise needed to perform the work tasks well. Weighting of Evaluation Criteria When filling the position, the weighting of qualifications will be as follows: Scientific competence (3), pedagogical competence (2), administrative competence (1). Description of Evaluation Criteria When assessing scientific competence, particular weight will be given to originality, independence, and potential to develop an independent successful research line within your subject area. Postdoctoral research conducted outside the university where you completed your doctorate is highly meriting. When assessing pedagogical competence, consideration will be given to planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching, as well as supervision and examination. Administrative competence can be demonstrated through experience in undergraduate education planning, skill in developing and leading others, and administrative skills, etc. For this position, it is particularly meriting if the applicant has had their main employment outside Sweden during the three years prior to application. More About the Position The position as Assistant Professor is a fixed-term appointment in accordance with Section 4 Chapter 12a of the Higher Education Ordinance for six years on a full-time basis with the right to be considered for promotion to professor. An application for promotion consideration must be submitted six months before the fixed-term appointment ends. If an Assistant Professor is not promoted after consideration, the fixed-term appointment will end. A plan for pedagogical and scientific development will be established in connection with the appointment. One pedagogical and two scientific mentors will be appointed to support the implementation of the plans. Promotion criteria for the position will be established upon appointment. The position will organizationally belong to a department within the Faculty of Medicine. Department placement will be made in consultation with you based on where your research fits best; please indicate your preference for department placement in your application. The position includes a start-up package with funding equivalent to a doctoral position as well as operating funds of 100,000 kr per year for six years. Application The final application deadline is October 1, 2026. Instructions for application and a list of documents to be submitted with your application can be found here. You apply via our e-recruitment system, which you can access via the application button below. When your application is received, you will receive a confirmation email. We welcome your application!
Assistant Professor in Molecular Ecology
Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of Wildlife, Fish and Environment The Department of Wildlife, Fish and Environment offers a creative and stimulating work environment with approximately 100 employees and conducts internationally recognized research, education, and environmental monitoring in the following subject areas: restoration ecology, aquatic ecology, molecular ecology, and zoo ecology. The department has a significant proportion of international staff and well-established national and international collaborations that offer opportunities for meaningful exchanges. Read more about the department at https://www.slu.se/institutioner/vilt-fisk-miljo/. Read more about what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/. Subject Description The subject of employment is molecular ecology with a focus on population genetics. Research focuses on ungulates and carnivores in boreal forest ecosystems. Job Responsibilities The Assistant Professor shall develop an independent research profile within the subject area. The department will provide opportunities for the position holder to qualify for promotion to Associate Professor and Professor within the subject of employment. Research is expected to be conducted in close collaboration with researchers within the department and elsewhere at SLU, as well as through national and international collaboration. Additionally, the position holder shall: · work in accordance with SLU's vision, goals, and values · initiate the establishment of an independent research group within the subject area · seek external funding competitively and publish scientific articles · participate in graduate education as a co-supervisor · conduct research-based teaching at all levels of the education cycle · continue pedagogical professional development and are expected to meet the requirements for promotion to Professor at the end of the probationary appointment · collaborate and communicate with relevant stakeholders in the surrounding community Qualifications To be eligible for employment as an Assistant Professor, an applicant must hold a doctoral degree or have equivalent scientific competence. Primarily, candidates who obtained this qualification within the last seven years before the application deadline should be considered. However, candidates who obtained a doctoral degree or equivalent competence earlier may also be considered if there are special grounds. Special grounds include leave due to illness, parental leave, or other similar circumstances. The Assistant Professor must hold a doctoral degree in a subject relevant to the position or have equivalent scientific competence. Excellent ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is required. Documented ability equivalent to SeQF Level 4 to communicate in Swedish, both orally and in writing, is required. Evaluation Criteria The degree of competence required for eligibility for employment shall be the primary evaluation criterion. When considering applications for the position of Assistant Professor, particular weight shall be given to qualitative indicators of the applicant's scientific competence within the subject of employment. Furthermore, the applicant's ability to develop an independent research line within the current research area and to meet the requirements for promotion to Professor during the probationary appointment will be assessed. Additional considerations include: · ability to manage and analyze large and complex datasets · competence in integrating genetic, demographic, and behavioral data to understand evolutionary and ecological processes in vertebrate model systems · experience developing statistical and genetic tools for basic research questions, theory development, and hypothesis testing · experience collaborating with the public and regulatory agencies The position will be offered to the candidate who, following a comprehensive qualitative assessment, is deemed to have the best qualifications to carry out and develop the current work tasks and contribute to positive development of the activities. Application Deadline: 2026-08-27 Location: Umeå Full-time Equivalent: 100% Employment Type: The employment is fixed-term in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance. An appointment as Assistant Professor is a probationary appointment that constitutes the first step in an academic career at SLU. An Assistant Professor has the right to apply for promotion to Professor during their employment based on criteria established in connection with the announcement of the Assistant Professor position. Start Date: By agreement. Application: Applications written in English are preferred, as applications will be reviewed by experts both in Sweden and abroad. For guidance on your application, see SLU's Employment Regulations for Teaching Staff at SLU and General Evaluation Criteria for Hiring Teaching Staff at https://internt.slu.se/stod-service/admin-stod/hr-fragor/rekrytering-till_alla_ovriga_anstallningar/anstallning-av-larare/ Welcome to submit your application using the application button below. Trade Union Representatives: https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/
University Lecturer in Museology
Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest institutions of higher education with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a diverse range of high-quality programs and world-leading research in several scientific fields, and it is where the groundbreaking discovery of the gene scissors CRISPR-Cas9 was made, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close by. Our cohesive campus makes it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, which fosters a dynamic and open culture. The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, this means conducting research about – and within – a society in transition. It also means delivering education for regions that need to expand rapidly and sustainably. This is simply where the future is being created. Are you interested in learning more? Read more about Umeå University as a workplace. The Department of Culture and Media Studies is part of Umeå University's Faculty of Humanities and has approximately 70 employees. A unique combination of subject areas makes the department a creative environment at the intersection of art, culture, literature, and media. The department conducts internationally recognized high-quality research. For more information, please visit: https://www.umu.se/kultmed The Department of Culture and Media Studies is now recruiting a University Lecturer in Museology. The position is full-time with start in January 2027 or by agreement. Description of Duties The duties include teaching, seminar leadership, thesis supervision, and examination. Teaching includes both campus-based courses, such as Industry Education for Museums and Cultural Heritage, and online courses. The role may also include subject-specific administrative responsibility and teaching in the Master's Program in Applied Cultural Studies. Regular course and program administration is included, as well as course development work. The position also includes professional development time equivalent to 20% of working hours. Qualifications To be eligible for appointment as a University Lecturer, one must have demonstrated pedagogical skill and either hold a doctoral degree in Museology, possess equivalent scientific competence, or have other professional expertise that is relevant given the subject content and duties of the position. One is also eligible if holding a doctoral degree in a subject closely related to Museology, provided the applicant can demonstrate equivalent museological competence. Good proficiency in Swedish (or another Scandinavian language) and English, as well as the ability to teach in these languages, are required for the position. For information on Assessment Criteria and Weighing of Assessment Criteria, see https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/universitetslektor-i-museologi_928393/ Application Applications must be submitted via the e-recruitment system Varbi and must be received by August 31. The eligibility and assessment criteria can be found in the Employment Regulations for Teachers at Umeå University: https://www.umu.se/globalassets/fristaende-webbar/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet-fs-1.1--1022-25.pdf Information on which documents should be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' guidelines for applications: https://www.umu.se/contentassets/50940fbdac714459ad8b6a4406596619/humanistiska-fakultetens-anvisningar-for-ansokningar-om-anstallning-och-befordran_okt-25-.pdf Note that digital copies of publications must be attached to the application. Other Information The position is permanent and comprises 100% with start in January 2027 or by agreement. Work location is Umeå. High presence at the workplace is a requirement to satisfactorily perform the duties included in the position. At the Faculty of Humanities, there is an opportunity to apply for faculty-funded research time in internal competition. Umeå University is a state authority, which means that employees receive special benefits. Read more about this here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/formaner/ Further information about the position is provided by University Lecturer Karin S Lindelöf, 090-786 90 65, [email protected], or HR Coordinator Anette Humby, 090-786 79 56, [email protected] Welcome with your application! Umeå University wishes to offer an equal and equitable environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives forms the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position. To staffing and recruitment companies and to those selling additional job advertisements: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements.
University Lecturer in Literature Studies
Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest institutions of higher education with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a variety of high-quality educational programs and world-leading research within several scientific fields, and it is here that the groundbreaking discovery of the gene scissors CRISPR-Cas9 was made, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close by. Our cohesive campus makes it easy to meet, collaborate and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture. The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, it is about conducting research about – and in the midst of – a society in transition. But also about delivering education for regions that need to expand quickly and sustainably. Simply put, this is where the future is created. Are you interested in learning more? Read more about Umeå University as a workplace. The Department of Culture and Media Studies is part of Umeå University's Faculty of Humanities and has approximately 70 employees. A unique combination of subject areas makes the department a creative environment at the intersection of art, culture, literature and media. The department conducts internationally recognized research of high quality. For more information, please visit: https://www.umu.se/kultmed The Department of Culture and Media Studies is advertising a position as a substitute university lecturer in literature studies. The position is full-time starting January 1, 2027. Job Duties The job duties include teaching, supervision, examination and professional development. The position mainly concerns teaching and supervision at undergraduate and advanced levels in literature studies and creative writing. In addition, teaching within the framework of teacher training may also be included. Teaching takes place both on campus and online. The job duties also include teaching-related administration as well as personnel, subject and planning meetings. Professional development time is included and corresponds to 20% of working time. Qualifications for Employment as University Lecturer To be eligible for employment as a university lecturer, one must have demonstrated pedagogical aptitude and have obtained a doctorate in literature studies, or have equivalent scientific competence, or have some other professional skill that is significant in relation to the subject content of the position and the work tasks involved in the employment. Good language skills in Swedish (or another Scandinavian language) and English, as well as the ability to teach in these languages, are required for the position. For information on assessment criteria and balancing of assessment criteria, see https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/universitetslektor-i-litteraturvetenskap_944341/ Application Applications must be made via the e-recruitment system Varbi and must be received no later than August 31, 2026. The eligibility and assessment criteria can be found in the employment regulations for teachers at Umeå University: https://www.umu.se/globalassets/fristaende-webbar/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet-fs-1.1--1022-25.pdf Information about which documents should be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' guidelines for applications: https://www.umu.se/contentassets/50940fbdac714459ad8b6a4406596619/humanistiska-fakultetens-anvisningar-for-ansokningar-om-anstallning-och-befordran_okt-25-.pdf Note that digital copies of publications must be attached to the application. For this position, no project plan should be submitted. Other Information The position is a full-time substitute position between January 1, 2027 and January 31, 2028. The place of work is Umeå. High presence in the workplace is a requirement to satisfactorily perform the job duties involved in the position. Umeå University is a state authority, which means that employees receive special benefits. Read more about this here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/formaner/ Further information about the position is provided by University Lecturer Karin S Lindelöf, 090-7869065, [email protected], or HR Coordinator Anette Humby, 090-786 79 56, [email protected] Welcome with your application! Umeå University wishes to offer an equal and equitable environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives forms the basis for learning, creativity and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current position. To staffing and recruitment companies and to you as a sales person: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements.
Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Plant Physiology
Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology is part of the Umeå Plant Science Centre (www.upsc.se). The Umeå Plant Science Centre is one of Europe's strongest research environments in experimental plant science. Approximately 200 people work within UPSC, including 30 research group leaders. Our core activity is academic research in experimental plant biology, with the goal of understanding all aspects of plants in relation to the environments in which they live Read more about the department at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/forest-genetics-plant-physiology/ Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/. Subject Area The subject area for the position is plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees. Duties The employee is responsible for developing research in the subject area of genomics together with researchers within the faculty and other parts of SLU. The employee shall also contribute to the pedagogical development in the subject area. The research shall encompass both fundamental and applied questions relevant to the subject area and make use of the research infrastructure associated with UPSC. Genomics and so-called omics technologies shall be central to the research. This means that the employee shall: act in accordance with the vision, goals and values of SLU contribute to the strategic development of the department and the faculty develop and lead internationally successful research in the subject of plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees publish scientific articles in international journals with peer review apply for external funding in competition at national and international levels supervise doctoral students and mentor postdoctoral researchers lead, develop and participate in teaching and supervision of students at first, second and third cycle levels collaborate with researchers within the department, faculty and other parts of SLU, as well as nationally and internationally collaborate and develop regional, national and international networks with society at large disseminate research findings fulfil administrative tasks within the department, the faculty and the university, including responsibility for budget and staff Swedish and English are used in parallel at the department. The senior lecturer should be able to perform most of their tasks in English. However, as a public authority, the university has Swedish as its main language according to the requirements of the Language Act. Non-Swedish-speaking staff members are expected to, within four years of first being employed, have sufficient knowledge of Swedish to understand information in Swedish. The department will support the holder of the position to achieve this. Qualifications The applicant must: have completed a doctoral degree in a subject area relevant for the position be scientifically skilled within genomics and RNA biology be pedagogically skilled have demonstrated leadership skills have good knowledge of English Assessment Criteria The assessment criteria for employment shall primarily apply to the degree of such skill, which is a requirement for eligibility for employment. The assessment of scientific skills will consider: completed research activities and ongoing research within the subject area earlier experience in genomics and RNA biology future research vision within the subject area ability to independently initiate, lead and develop innovative research within the subject area ability to attract external funding in competition ability to supervise and examine at doctoral level and mentor postdoctoral researchers The assessment of pedagogical skills will consider the ability to: plan, conduct and evaluate your own teaching at basic and advanced levels, including doctoral level supervise and examine undergraduate, master level and graduate students convey and implement your pedagogical vision integrate up-to-date research and scientific approaches into teaching The assessment will also consider: ability to develop and manage academic units and staff vision for leadership ability to communicate and collaborate ability to collaborate with external stakeholders and the surrounding society dissemination of information on research and development projects The position will be offered to the candidate who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is assessed to be most suitable to carry out and develop the above-mentioned duties and to contribute to the positive development of the organization. Application Deadline: 2026-08-19 Place of Work: Umeå Extent: 100% Form of Employment: Permanent employment Starting Date: By agreement. Application: It is desirable that the application is written in English, as the applications will be assessed by experts both in Sweden and abroad. For guidance on your application, there is SLU's appointment procedure for teachers at SLU and General assessment criteria for the appointment of teachers, which you can find at https://internt.slu.se/stod-service/admin-stod/hr-fragor/rekrytering-till_alla_ovriga_anstallningar/anstallning-av-larare/. Please apply by clicking the apply button below. Academic Union Representatives: https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/ Working at SLU: This position offers the vibrant research climate at SLU. The benefits of the position include Swedish family health care provisions, parenting support including generous paid leave of absence policies that allow both parents to care for newborns and toddlers. Additionally, Sweden has a well-established preschool structure as well as an educational system that provides tuition-free education through university studies. Find out more facts and stories about Sweden at https://www.sweden.se/. The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development of sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala; however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.
University Lecturer in Ethnology
Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest institutions of higher education with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a diverse range of high-quality educational programs and conducts world-leading research in several scientific fields. It was here that the groundbreaking discovery of the gene scissors CRISPR-Cas9 was made, a discovery that was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close by. Our cohesive campus makes it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, fostering a dynamic and open culture. The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, it is about conducting research about – and within – a society undergoing transformation. But also about delivering education for regions that need to expand rapidly and sustainably. This is simply where the future is being created. Are you interested in learning more? Read more about Umeå University as a workplace. The Department of Culture and Media Studies is part of Umeå University's Faculty of Humanities and has approximately 70 employees. A unique combination of subject areas makes the department a creative environment at the intersection of art, culture, literature, and media. The department conducts internationally recognized high-quality research. For more information, please visit: https://www.umu.se/kultmed The Department of Culture and Media Studies is announcing a position as University Lecturer in Ethnology. The position is full-time with a start date in January 2027 or by agreement. Description of Duties Duties include teaching ethnology at undergraduate and advanced levels, educational administration, and professional development time equivalent to 20%. Teaching may include independent online courses in ethnology, on-campus teaching in independent courses and programs, courses in English for exchange students, as well as teaching within the Teacher College's educational science core. In addition to independent and collaborative work on course and program development, the position may also involve subject-specific administrative responsibilities. Qualifications To be eligible for appointment as a University Lecturer, you must have demonstrated pedagogical competence and have completed a doctoral degree in ethnology, or have equivalent scientific competence or other professional expertise that is relevant to the subject matter and duties of the position. You are also eligible if you have completed a doctoral degree in a subject closely related to ethnology, provided that you can demonstrate equivalent ethnological competence. Good language skills in Swedish (or another Scandinavian language) and English, along with the ability to teach in these languages, are required for the position. For information on Assessment Criteria and Weighing of Assessment Criteria, see https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/universitetslektor-i-etnologi_928521/ Application Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system Varbi and received by August 31, 2026. Qualification and assessment criteria are found in the Employment Regulations for Teachers at Umeå University: https://www.umu.se/globalassets/fristaende-webbar/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet-fs-1.1--1022-25.pdf Information about which documents should be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' guidelines for applications: https://www.umu.se/contentassets/50940fbdac714459ad8b6a4406596619/humanistiska-fakultetens-anvisningar-for-ansokningar-om-anstallning-och-befordran_okt-25-.pdf Please note that digital copies of publications must be attached to the application. No project plan is required for this position. Other Information The position is permanent and comprises 100% with start date in January 2027 or by agreement. Work location is Umeå. High presence at the workplace is a requirement to satisfactorily perform the duties included in the position. At the Faculty of Humanities, there is an opportunity to apply for faculty-funded research time in internal competition. Umeå University is a state authority, which means that employees receive special benefits. Read more about this here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/formaner/ Further information about the position is provided by University Lecturer Johan Jarlbrink, 090-786 55 67, [email protected], or HR Coordinator Anette Humby, 090-786 79 56, [email protected] Welcome with your application! Umeå University wants to offer an equal and inclusive environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives forms the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position. 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At least two Assistant University Lecturers at the Faculty of Social Sciences
Umeå University wants to provide the next generation of research leaders with the best conditions to build groundbreaking research through the Umeå University Northern Star Fellows initiative. In a university-wide effort, we are giving 10 early-career researchers the opportunity to develop a long-term research activity over six years and qualify for promotion to University Lecturer. All announcements within this initiative can be found at: https://www.umu.se/northern-star/northern-star-fellows/ Read more about Umeå University Northern Star Programme, an entirely new excellence program to strengthen quality and international competitiveness in research. https://www.umu.se/northern-star/ About the workplace The Faculty of Social Sciences at Umeå University consists of 17 departments and units where we conduct research and education of high international quality with a focus on current and future challenges facing society. The Faculty's researchers contribute to knowledge development in areas such as democracy and peace, welfare, education, health, growth, environment and sustainability, gender, digitalization, and AI's societal impact. Through strong research environments and interdisciplinary perspectives, the Faculty develops deeper understanding of social structures, societal changes, and conditions for a sustainable future. The position offers the opportunity to develop an independent research profile in an environment where scientific quality, international relevance, and societal significance are at the center. Subject focus Subject area relevant to the Faculty of Social Sciences. Departments and units are listed here: https://www.umu.se/samhallsvetenskaplig-fakultet/forskning/forskargrupper/ Main responsibilities The purpose of the employment is to develop your independence as a researcher and qualify both scientifically and pedagogically to meet the requirements for promotion to University Lecturer. Work tasks include actively contributing to the continued development of the research environment within your field of research and seeking external research funding for your research activities. Teaching at undergraduate and advanced levels and supervision of doctoral students are also included. The employment is limited to six years, full-time, and consists of at least 70 percent own research and the remaining time devoted to pedagogical or other qualification. The place of work is Umeå, and we expect a high level of presence and active participation in the department's activities. Eligibility requirements A person is eligible for employment as an Assistant University Lecturer if they have completed a doctoral degree or have equivalent scientific competence. Primarily, a person who has completed a doctoral degree or acquired equivalent competence no more than seven years before the time of application for employment as an Assistant University Lecturer should be considered. However, a person who has completed a doctoral degree or acquired equivalent competence earlier may also be considered if there are special circumstances. Special circumstances refer to leave due to illness, parental leave, or other similar circumstances, 4 ch 4a § Higher Education Ordinance. The doctoral degree or equivalent scientific competence must have been completed within a subject area relevant to the Faculty. Very good knowledge of English in both speech and writing is a requirement for the position. Assessment criteria and the balance between them The degree of such skill as is required for eligibility for employment as an Assistant University Lecturer serves as the assessment criterion for the employment. In evaluating candidates, the degree of scientific skill shall be decisive. Furthermore, the degree of pedagogical and other skill shall be considered in the evaluation. In assessing scientific skill, particular weight shall be placed on the ability to independently conduct and publish research of high quality within your field of research and contributions to the international scientific community. Particular weight shall also be placed on experience in leading research and successfully obtaining research funding in competition with others. Great weight shall be placed on the quality of publications where the applicant has been the main author. In assessing pedagogical skill, particular weight shall be placed on experience in teaching and supervision. In assessing other skill, particular weight shall be placed on international mobility, for example research visits, experience from a postdoctoral stay, or employment at another institution than the one where the applicant completed their doctorate. Great weight shall be placed on established collaborations within and outside academia. A general requirement for all teacher categories is both good cooperation skills and the competence and suitability otherwise needed to perform work tasks well. Other information about the employment The employment includes a resource package to build your own research group. This includes funding for one doctoral student as well as operating funds. Applicants who do not speak Swedish at the time of employment are expected to learn basic Swedish within three years from the first day of employment. Application Please follow the instructions carefully. All application documents must consist of the following documents and be written in English: Personal letter Application form Copies of relevant diplomas Copies of cited scientific works Copies of specifically cited pedagogical works Eligibility requirements and assessment criteria can be found in the Employment Regulations for Teachers at Umeå University, which you can find here: https://www.umu.se/globalassets/fristaende-webbar/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet-fs-1.1--1022-25.pdf The Faculty of Social Sciences' instructions for applying for and expert evaluation of employment as an Assistant University Lecturer can be found here: https://www.umu.se/globalassets/anvisning-vid-ansokan-om-och-sakkunnigbedomning-av-anstallning-som-bitr-universitetslektor-7-ar.pdf In the recruitment process, interviews, trial lectures, and reference checks may be relevant. See the full announcement here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/ We look forward to your application!
Professor of Literary Studies
Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest institutions of higher education with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a wide range of high-quality educational programs and world-leading research in several scientific fields, and it was here that the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene scissors was made, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close at hand. Our cohesive campus makes it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, which fosters a dynamic and open culture. The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, it is about conducting research about – and within – a society in transformation. But also about delivering education for regions that need to expand rapidly and sustainably. This is simply where the future is being created. Are you interested in learning more? Read more about Umeå University as a workplace. The Department of Culture and Media Studies is part of Umeå University's Faculty of Humanities and has approximately 70 employees. A unique combination of subject areas makes the department a creative environment at the intersection of art, culture, literature, and media. The department conducts internationally recognized research of high quality. For more information, please visit: https://www.umu.se/kultmed We are now seeking a Professor of Literary Studies with a starting date to be agreed upon. Description and Responsibilities The position includes research, teaching, supervision, seminar leadership, collaboration, and administrative work. The employment also includes 30% faculty-funded research. The professor is expected to initiate research projects and actively seek research funding, preferably in collaboration with other researchers, and to broadly contribute to the continued development of the subject area and the department. Qualifications for Employment as Professor To be eligible for employment as a Professor of Literary Studies, a person must have demonstrated both scientific and pedagogical competence within the field of literary studies (Chapter 4, Section 3 of the Higher Education Ordinance). Very good language skills in Swedish and English, as well as the ability to teach at all educational levels in these languages, are required for the position. For information on Assessment Criteria and Weighting of Assessment Criteria, see: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/professor-i-litteraturvetenskap_934796/ Application Applications must be submitted via the recruitment system Varbi and must be received by September 30, 2026. The eligibility and assessment criteria can be found in the regulations for teachers at Umeå University. https://www.umu.se/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet2/ Information about which documents must be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' application guidelines: https://www.umu.se/humanistisk-fakultet/om-institutionen/tva-dokument/ All documents must be submitted in electronic form. At the Faculty of Humanities, there is the possibility to apply for faculty-funded research time in internal competition. Other Information The employment is on a permanent basis with a starting date to be agreed upon. The place of work is Umeå. High presence in the workplace is a requirement to satisfactorily perform the duties included in the employment. Umeå University is a state authority, which means that employees receive special benefits. Read more about this here: Benefits. Further information about the position is provided by Head of Department Karin S Lindelöf, 090-7869065, [email protected] or HR Coordinator [email protected] We welcome your application! Umeå University wishes to offer an equal and equitable environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives forms the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position. To staffing and recruitment companies and to you who are sales representatives: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements.
Professor in Pedagogical Studies with Focus on Aesthetic Subjects
The Department of Aesthetic Subjects at Umeå University's Faculty of Humanities conducts education and research in the aesthetic subjects of visual art, music, and craft. The department is home to over 40 dedicated colleagues united in their commitment to aesthetic subjects. This makes the workplace a creative environment where people with different creative interests meet: wood and textiles, fashion design, visual art and form, photography, graphic design, sound, music, and music production. For more information, please visit the department's website: Department of Aesthetic Subjects The Department of Aesthetic Subjects is now seeking a Professor in Pedagogical Studies with Focus on Aesthetic Subjects. Aesthetic subjects in this context refer to visual art, music, and craft. Job Description The position includes research, teaching at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels. The professor is expected to initiate new research, apply for external research funding, and work to develop the department's research environment and doctoral education. This includes developing well-functioning research collaborations with internal and external colleagues within aesthetic subjects and providing support for junior researchers at the department. Supervision, collaboration, and administrative work, as well as personnel, subject, and planning meetings are also part of the position. During the first three years of employment, 50% of the position is dedicated to research. Part of the research time is financed by the Teacher Education School, and the hired person is expected to conduct research relevant to teacher education and school instruction in aesthetic subjects. After the first three years of employment, 30% is dedicated to faculty-financed research time. For the portion of the position financed through educational appropriations, professional development time (20% of the education-financed portion of the position) is provided, which is normally used for research and work on research applications. Qualifications for Appointment as Professor A person is eligible for appointment as a professor if they have demonstrated both scientific and pedagogical excellence in pedagogical studies with focus on aesthetic subjects (Chapter 4, Section 3 of the Higher Education Ordinance). Scientific excellence refers to independent research contributions, ability to plan and lead research, and ability to communicate research to the surrounding society. Pedagogical excellence refers to documented experience in planning, implementing, examination, and evaluation of teaching, as well as a reflective approach to students' learning and one's own role as a teacher. Good language skills in Swedish (or another Scandinavian language) and English, as well as the ability to teach in these languages, are required for the position. For information on Assessment Criteria, please see the announcement at: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/ Weighting of Assessment Criteria Particular weight shall be given to scientific and pedagogical excellence. Equal care shall be given to the assessment of pedagogical excellence and scientific excellence. When weighing these two assessment criteria, scientific excellence shall be given the greatest weight. The content of the position and the needs of the operation provide further justification for the weighting of assessment criteria below. When assessing scientific excellence, particular weight shall be placed on: - Research excellence within the field of pedagogical studies with focus on the aesthetic subjects of visual art, music, and craft. Scientific excellence across a broad range of this field is particularly meritorious. - Ability to successfully lead research groups or research networks. When assessing scientific excellence, considerable weight shall be placed on: - Ability to successfully obtain external research funding. - Collaboration with the surrounding society. When assessing pedagogical excellence, particular weight shall be placed on: - Pedagogical excellence within the field of pedagogical studies with focus on the aesthetic subjects of visual art, music, and craft. When assessing pedagogical excellence, considerable weight shall be placed on: - Breadth of subject expertise within aesthetic subjects as well as scientific methods and theories. - Breadth of experience in teaching at all levels within teacher education. - Ability to successfully supervise within doctoral education. Contributing to the development of the research environment and doctoral education within pedagogical studies, as well as planning and implementing teaching, requires close collaboration with colleagues. Considerable weight shall therefore be placed on good collaboration skills. Furthermore, weight shall be placed on administrative excellence, experience in development work and management assignments, and any other competence and suitability needed to perform the work tasks well. Qualifications and assessment criteria are found in the Employment Regulations for Teachers at Umeå University: https://www.umu.se/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet2/ Application Applications must be submitted via the e-recruitment system Varbi and must be received no later than September 15, 2026. All documents must be submitted in electronic form. Information about which documents should be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' application guidelines: https://www.umu.se/humanistisk-fakultet/tva-dokument/ Other Information The position is permanent, at 100%, starting by agreement. The place of work is Umeå and high physical presence in the environment is a requirement. At the Faculty of Humanities, there is an opportunity to apply for faculty-financed research time in internal competition. Umeå University is a state agency, which means that employees receive special benefits; read more about it here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/formaner/ Further information about the position is provided by: Stina Wikberg, Head of Department, 090-786 58 66, or [email protected] or Anneli Taflin, HR Coordinator, 090-786 89 31, [email protected] We welcome your application!
Occupational Hygienist, Dermatology and STD Clinic NUS, Umeå
Region Västerbotten works to ensure that good health and sustainable development strengthen each other. We take responsibility for equitable welfare and ensure that research and innovation deliver results. We are seeking an occupational hygienist for the Dermatology and STD Clinic at Norrlands University Hospital. The clinic is responsible for specialized care in dermatology and sexually transmitted diseases throughout Västerbotten and also has regional healthcare responsibility for a number of diagnostic groups, including more advanced occupational and environmental dermatology investigations. As a university clinic, we also have other specialist clinics in areas such as vulvar diseases, genital dermatology, tumors, dermatological surgery, and laser treatments. Operations are located at Norrlands University Hospital, but we also have telemedicine clinics in Lycksele and Skellefteå where light therapy is available. The clinic conducts research and education in close collaboration with Umeå University. As a staff member at the Dermatology and STD Clinic, you are part of a work group consisting of various professional groups and specialties. Together we create a pleasant and developmental work environment. Approximately 40 people work at the clinic. 1 position(s). WORK TASKS As an occupational hygienist with us, you contribute knowledge and dedication that makes people feel secure. You will play an important role in our investigations of work and environment-related skin conditions. These mainly involve determining the causes of the patient's symptoms and identifying any contact allergies using patch testing. You will work independently but in close collaboration with doctors and nurses in the team, as well as other staff at the clinic. Work tasks include exposure investigations through patient interviews on-site or via telephone/digital means. Through contact with companies and online research, you gather information about product content and subsequently make testing proposals, procure test substances, and prepare test preparations. You will also occasionally participate in patch test readings, perform patch tests, and develop patient information for contact allergens. You will evaluate the testing activities and be involved in the continuous development work at the unit. You also have an advisory role in the region's procurement of diabetes aids, gloves, ostomy bags, and similar items. Since occupational and environmental dermatology is a small branch within dermatology, development and research often take place in collaboration with other university clinics in the country, which is also part of the collegial network. QUALIFICATIONS We are seeking someone with a university or college degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or pharmacy. If you have work experience in this field, we consider it a merit. Knowledge or experience in research, toxicology, and/or occupational health issues is a merit. As a person, you enjoy having varied work tasks where you constantly learn new things and work both independently and in teams. You are thorough, flexible, persistent, driven, and curious about learning new things. Since the work involves significant patient contact, it is important that you enjoy working with people. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability. Employment form: Permanent employment. Duration, start date: By agreement. Working hours: Daytime. Read more about our benefits for employees on our website https://www.regionvasterbotten.se/nar-du-jobbar-hos-oss/formaner We strive for equal gender distribution and view diversity as a strength, and therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds. Interviews take place continuously during the application period. In preparation for the recruitment process, we have made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore respectfully decline contact from media sales representatives, recruitment websites, and similar. If you have a protected identity and wish to apply, please contact the recruiting manager and then submit your application materials by mail.
Two Assistant University Lecturers at the Faculty of Humanities
Umeå University aims to provide the next generation of research leaders with the best conditions to build groundbreaking research through the Umeå University Northern Star Fellows initiative. In a university-wide effort, we are offering 10 early-career researchers the opportunity to develop long-term research activities over six years and qualify for promotion to University Lecturer. All vacancies within this initiative can be found at: https://www.umu.se/northern-star/northern-star-fellows/. Learn more about the Umeå University Northern Star Programme, an entirely new excellence program to strengthen quality and international competitiveness in research here: https://www.umu.se/northern-star/. The Faculty of Humanities at Umeå University is announcing two positions as Assistant University Lecturer, offering researchers the opportunity to develop long-term research activities over six years and qualify for promotion to University Lecturer. The vacancy is open across all subjects at the Faculty of Humanities where scientific research is conducted. Of the two positions, at most one may be assigned to the same subject area at the faculty. More about the faculty's research can be found here: https://www.umu.se/humanistisk-fakultet/forskning/forskargrupper/. Main Responsibilities The purpose of the position is to provide the appointee with the opportunity to develop independence as a researcher and to qualify both scientifically and pedagogically to meet the requirements for promotion to University Lecturer. The duties include actively contributing to the development of the research environment within your research area and seeking external research funding for your research activities and research environment. Teaching at undergraduate and advanced levels, as well as supervision of doctoral students, is also included. Beyond teaching and research, the position includes teaching-related administration as well as personnel, subject, and planning meetings. The appointment is time-limited to six years on a full-time basis and consists of at least 70% independent research and at least 20% pedagogical qualification. Applicants who do not speak Swedish at the time of employment are expected to learn Swedish within six years from the first day of employment. Eligibility Requirements for Appointment as Assistant University Lecturer Eligible for appointment as Assistant University Lecturer is someone who has completed a doctoral degree within a research field relevant to the Faculty of Humanities or who possesses equivalent scientific competence. Primarily, candidates should have completed a doctoral degree or achieved equivalent competence no more than seven years before the application deadline for the Assistant University Lecturer position. However, those who completed a doctoral degree or achieved equivalent competence earlier may also be considered if there are special circumstances. Special circumstances refer to leave due to illness, parental leave, or other similar conditions, Chapter 4, Section 4a of the Higher Education Ordinance. Very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written, is a requirement for the position. For more information about the position, please see the full vacancy notice here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/. The eligibility and assessment criteria are found in the Employment Regulations for Teachers at Umeå University: https://www.umu.se/regelverk/personal-lika-villkor-och-arbetsmiljo/anstallningsordning-for-larare-vid-umea-universitet2/. Application Applications must be written in English and submitted through the e-recruitment system Varbi by October 1, 2026. All documents must be submitted in electronic form. Information about which documents should be attached to the application can be found in the Faculty of Humanities' instructions for applications for employment and promotion: https://www.umu.se/humanistisk-fakultet/tva-dokument/ Other Information The appointment is time-limited for six years at 100% and the start date is July 1, 2027. The position includes a resource package to build your own research group. This includes funding for one doctoral student and 100,000 kronor per year in operational funds. The place of work is Umeå and high physical presence in the environment is a requirement. Umeå University is a state authority, which means that employees receive special benefits; read more about it here: https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/formaner/. Further information about the position is provided by Philip Buckland, Vice Dean, 090-786 52 92, [email protected] or Carina Rönnqvist, Research Coordinator, 090-786 76 10, [email protected]. We welcome your application!
Probation Officer for Probation Services Umeå
About the Swedish Prison and Probation Service The Swedish Prison and Probation Service is growing – we are building new facilities, renovating, and expanding, and we are now seeking additional staff members. Our most important goal is to reduce recidivism – to break the cycle of crime. If we succeed, society becomes safer and more secure for everyone. We are the authority responsible for prisons, probation services, remand facilities, and client transportation. Probation Services Northern Norrland encompasses the counties of Västernorrland, Västerbotten, and Norrbotten and has staffed offices in Luleå, Gällivare, Umeå, and Sundsvall. We are now seeking probation officers for Team 1 and Team 2. In Team 1, you work primarily with various processes, including pre-sentence investigations, electronic monitoring, detention matters, community service, and supervision organization. In Team 2, you work primarily with supervision and long-term client work. The role involves collaboration with other authorities. Travel is required in both positions, and in Team 2, more frequent travel to our branch office in Skellefteå may occur. Interviews are expected to be conducted in week 35. Job Description Probation Services activities should be perceived as clear and predictable. This is achieved, among other things, by carrying out work in the manner we have determined and described. Probation Services' dual mandate—to both control and support clients—is important regardless of which role you hold within probation work. In its work, Probation Services must collaborate with other actors to ensure clients receive the support they need. As a probation officer, you are responsible for conditionally released clients and clients sentenced to protective supervision who are under supervision. Probation Services is also responsible for electronic monitoring, known as electronic tags, and community service. Work within Probation Services also includes investigative work, conducting risk and needs assessments, and developing plans for sentence execution. The work tasks also include conducting pre-sentence investigations and providing statements to the court and recommending appropriate sanctions. As a probation officer, you actively participate in intervention work directed toward clients, including structured case officer conversations based on CBT, motivating participation in program activities, and assisting in release preparation for clients in custody. The probation officer is responsible for ensuring the client executes their sentence/completes their supervision and coordinates all measures in the client's sentence execution plan. The work of a probation officer consists of two equally important parts: both support and control. If a client fails to comply with their supervision, you as a probation officer must be able to address non-compliance in accordance with regulations. You need to be able to manage the complexity of working with both the support and control functions, which can be challenging. Qualifications We are looking for someone who is secure, stable, and has good self-awareness. You have a good understanding of how people acquire knowledge and adapt your way of conveying messages to the recipient's circumstances. In your professional practice, you have good judgment, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to work independently. We see that you understand your role and consider the benefit of the entire organization in your actions and decisions. You must also have a physical condition that enables you to act physically if the situation requires it. For us, it is important that you share the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's core values of a humane view of humanity, respect for the individual, and belief in people's willingness and ability to develop. You are also aware of and understand how background, culture, and group affiliation affect both you and others. Furthermore, through your approach, you are expected to contribute to ensuring that everyone is treated equally. We place great importance on personal suitability. We are looking for someone who has: An academic degree (minimum bachelor's level) in behavioral science, law, social work, criminology, or other social science discipline. Good proficiency in using the Swedish language both spoken and written. A class B driver's license, as travel is required in the work. It is also advantageous to have: Well-documented work experience in social care, psychiatry, and/or correctional services. Experience with case management in public sector work involving authority execution. Experience with investigative work and preparing materials for decision-making. Experience with collaboration among multiple actors in public sector activities. Language skills beyond Swedish. Other Information The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to eliminate the personal statement and replaced it with selection questions relevant to the position. Your answers to the selection questions and your CV will be the basis for determining whether you are qualified to proceed in the process. To be considered for employment with the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security and confidentiality awareness, and compliance with applicable laws. This means you must uphold democratic values and the state values that apply to the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's activities. Certain positions are classified as sensitive, and a security vetting with record checking will be conducted before an employment decision is made. For certain security-classified positions, Swedish citizenship is required. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about security vetting here: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/sakerhetsprovning-vid-rekrytering/ The position may involve civil contingency placement with the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. Learn more about civil contingency placement here: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/krigsplacering/ Individual salary determination is applied. Probationary employment may be applied. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service strives for balanced gender distribution and increased diversity. To submit your application, click the application link in the job posting. Questions about how to apply and upload your CV should be directed to Varbi. Questions about specific jobs are answered by the contact person specified in the job posting. We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment firms and sales representatives of recruitment listings. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has procurement agreements in place.
Project Manager in Mechanics to Rejlers!
We are Home of the Learning Minds, a place where learning and development drive us forward and shape our vision of a sustainable and innovative future. With the power of technology and our employees' expertise, we create solutions that meet tomorrow's challenges and help society transition to a more sustainable world. We see ourselves as a catalyst for change, a partner for our customers who want to reduce their carbon footprint, streamline their processes, and build tomorrow's society. Are you an experienced mechanical engineer who wants to combine technology, customer contact, and leadership? Do you want to be part of developing future industrial solutions while getting the opportunity to lead projects and share your expertise? Then the role of senior Project Manager at Rejlers could be your next step. Job Information Professionals Nord is seeking, in collaboration with Rejlers, a project manager in mechanics. This position is a direct recruitment, which means the recruitment process is conducted through Professionals Nord and you will be employed directly by Rejlers. Rejlers is in a strong growth phase and continues to strengthen its position in Swedish industry. In this role, you will be part of an experienced team working with everything from product development and mechanical design to production tools and production-related solutions for some of Sweden's leading industrial companies. This recruitment process is handled by Professionals Nord, and Rejlers' request is that all questions regarding the position be directed to [email protected] You are offered A varied role where you combine project management with your own design work and follow projects from idea to finished, delivered tools. The opportunity to work closely with well-known industrial customers in manufacturing industry and contribute to technical solutions that make a real difference. A knowledge-driven organization where you get the opportunity to influence, share your experience, and support both customers and colleagues in their development. An experienced team with high technical competence, strong cohesion, and a culture characterized by long-term thinking, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration. Job Responsibilities As a project manager, you will be a key person in the team and responsible for driving technical projects from idea to completed delivery. The role combines leadership and customer responsibility with practical design work, which means you both get to work strategically and be involved in technical development within, for example, the defense industry. You will be based in the Örnsköldsvik or Umeå office and work closely with both customers and colleagues. Your responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate mechanics projects with responsibility for quality, schedule, and delivery Work with mechanical design and technical problem-solving in manufacturing industry Be the customer's technical contact person and build long-term collaborations Lead and support engineers in smaller project teams Participate in the development of production tools and production-related solutions Be involved throughout the project chain – from concept development and design to completed delivery and implementation We are looking for someone who Has several years of experience in mechanical design and wants to take greater responsibility in projects where technology, customer dialogue, and leadership meet. We would like you to have: 4+ years of experience in mechanical design within manufacturing industry. Relevant university or civil engineering education, or equivalent work experience Experience with CAD tools such as Catia and/or SolidWorks Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written It is meriting if you have experience from consulting or have worked close to production and production development. We believe that your personal qualities are crucial to how well you will thrive in the role at Rejlers. You are a person who takes responsibility for both projects and relationships and who is motivated by creating value for customers and colleagues. You thrive in collaborations where knowledge exchange is in focus and like to share your experiences with less experienced colleagues. Furthermore, you are curious and solution-oriented, with a genuine interest in technology and the desire to drive development forward in a sustainable and long-term way. START: By agreement SCOPE: Full-time LOCATION: Örnsköldsvik/Umeå SELECTION: Takes place in August CONTACT: Emelie Steen Due to the vacation period, the selection will begin in August and the continued recruitment process will proceed thereafter. Apply for the position below by filling in your information and attaching documents. Feel free to log in to "My Pages" after confirming your account, where you can create your candidate profile which increases your chances of landing your dream job! We review the selections on an ongoing basis and may therefore have moved forward with candidates before the ad closes. Unfortunately, we do not accept applications via email, but if you have any questions about the position, feel free to contact us at [email protected] #Rejlers #design #projectmanagement #mechanics
Department Head, Hearing Center NHHC, Umeå
Region Västerbotten works to ensure that good health and sustainable development strengthen each other. We take responsibility for equitable welfare and for research and innovation to produce results. The Neuro-Head-Neck Center (NHHC) consists of approximately 650 employees and is located at Norrlands University Hospital in Umeå. The center provides care related to investigation, treatment, and rehabilitation of diseases and injuries of the nervous system, brain, ears, nose, throat, and jaw surgery. The center is a county clinic where highly specialized care is provided for patients from the entire northern healthcare region, and also conducts research, education, and development. The Hearing Center is part of the Neuro-Head-Neck Center in Västerbotten with facilities in Umeå, Skellefteå, and Lycksele. We are a county clinic and operate from a county perspective where combined resources are used in an optimal way for the entire county. The department has a Cochlear Implant Team, a pediatric team, and a tinnitus team. At the Hearing Center, hearing aid rehabilitation is provided for both children and adults. Furthermore, the Hearing Center provides consultation services to, among others, the Ear Clinic, which includes hearing tests, balance and vertigo investigations. The department also includes technical hearing care where we provide service for hearing aid devices. We are now looking for a department head who wants to develop and drive the Hearing Center forward together with us! As a manager in Region Västerbotten, you have an important mission for both employees and residents in the county. To strengthen you in your leadership, you are offered support and guidance in line with our evidence-based leadership philosophy. This can range from clear frameworks and smart tools to development at the group and individual levels. With good conditions for your leadership, you can motivate, develop, and create security for others. 1 position(s). JOB DUTIES As a department head with us, you see the whole picture and potential and courageously move us forward. You report directly to the Assistant Operations Manager and work in close collaboration with the Medical Director and other department heads in the management group. The Hearing Center is a county clinic with good cohesion and cooperation between different professions, including you as department head. Since we are a county clinic with employees located in different parts of the county, travel is included in the position. With us, you are offered interesting, varied, and challenging work where your main task is to plan, lead, and develop the operations. To support you in this, you have a stable work group with driven and engaged employees. There is a lot happening in the hearing care field with a high development pace. This provides good opportunities to be part of developing and influencing the work forward. As a manager in Region Västerbotten, you act as a role model, work to create shared visions and unleash agency in your department. You challenge and develop as well as encourage and highlight your employees. You take responsibility for your department based on your authority and represent the employer by leading and developing toward established goals for the Region's benefit. Leaders in Region Västerbotten receive training in economics and personnel matters and are given the opportunity for advanced leadership training as well as mentoring/coaching. The management position in Region Västerbotten is a fixed-term assignment. The assignment is combined with a permanent employment within your area of expertise. QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for someone with previous experience in a management and/or leadership role. You have higher education or equivalent competence acquired through education or experience. You have good computer skills and speak Swedish well, both orally and in writing. It is advantageous if you have previous experience as an employee or manager in healthcare or care and support services. It is also advantageous to have knowledge of hearing care and the Hearing Center's operations. You are an engaged and confident leader with strong initiative. You take responsibility, drive matters forward, and see opportunities for development both in daily work and in the long term. With a clear vision for the future, you can translate ideas into concrete plans that strengthen the department. You are open and communicative, create participation through dialogue, and build trust in the organization. At the same time, you are diplomatic and express yourself in a smooth and responsive manner with a good understanding of how your leadership and communication affect others. You challenge, encourage, and create conditions for your employees to develop and thrive, but you also have the ability to make necessary prioritizations. Employment type: Permanent employment. Duration: Permanent. Work hours: Daytime. Read more about our benefits for you as an employee on the website https://www.regionvasterbotten.se/nar-du-jobbar-hos-oss/formaner We strive for an even gender distribution and see diversity as a strength, and therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds. In preparing the recruitment process, we have taken a position on recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore strongly decline contact from media sales, recruitment websites, and similar. If you have a protected identity and wish to apply, you contact the recruiting manager and then submit your application documents by mail.
Coordinator with Focus on Contract Compliance
Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest institutions of higher education with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a wide range of high-quality education programs and conducts world-leading research within several scientific fields. It was here that the groundbreaking discovery of the gene scissors CRISPR-Cas9 was made, a discovery that was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close by. Our cohesive campus makes it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, which fosters a dynamic and open culture. The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, this means conducting research about – and in the midst of – a society in transformation. It also means delivering education for regions that need to expand rapidly and sustainably. This is simply where the future is being created. Are you interested in learning more? Read more about Umeå University as an employer. Description The Finance Unit is one of eleven units within University Administration and serves as the university's central resource for the financial administration process. The Finance Unit has 28 employees working within four operational areas: Accounting and consulting services, Accounts receivable, Systems, and Procurement and purchasing. For the Procurement and Purchasing operational area, we are now seeking an additional e-commerce coordinator with a focus on contract compliance. The operational area has nine employees with positions including procurement specialists, e-commerce coordinators (with focus on system operations), system administrators, and travel coordinators. Are you analytical, structured, and enjoy combining systems, data, and operational support? Do you want to work in a role where you truly make a difference in how purchasing and contracts function in practice? We are now seeking a coordinator who wants to be part of developing a modern, efficient, and sustainable operation in procurement and purchasing through contract compliance and adherence. Responsibilities You will have a central role in developing and coordinating our e-commerce work with a particular focus on contract compliance, adherence, operational support combined with system administration. The role involves coordinating and developing the university's e-commerce work and providing qualified support to the organization on matters related to purchasing, ordering workflows, and contracts. The work has a clear emphasis on monitoring contracts, promoting contract compliance, and ensuring adherence to agreed-upon procedures, regulations, and contracts. The assignment also includes identifying discrepancies, analyzing causes, and contributing to corrective actions in dialogue with relevant functions and suppliers. The role also involves conducting analyses of purchasing and ordering patterns, preparing documentation for monitoring and management, and contributing statistics and analysis in connection with procurement, implementation, and contract monitoring. Further, the role is responsible for system administration tasks related to the Raindance financial system and the e-procurement system, such as user management, access rights, structures, support, and training initiatives. The role entails coordinating responsibility for contract compliance and adherence, as well as close collaboration with the e-commerce coordinator. In addition, administrative support is a central and recurring part of the work tasks. Qualifications We are looking for someone with: An academic degree. Documented experience in financial administration work. Documented experience in contract management. Documented experience working with financial systems. Documented experience working with e-commerce systems. Ability to analyze and present data clearly. Very good proficiency in Swedish and English. Personal Skills Great weight will be placed on personal skills. As a person, you are structured and thorough, have strong analytical abilities, take initiative, and have a good eye for detail which you can integrate into a holistic perspective. An important part of the work involves collaboration and cooperation with other people both internally and externally, as well as building trustworthy relationships. It is therefore important that you have the ability to collaborate and communicate in a clear, pedagogical, and humble manner. We consider it a merit if you have: Knowledge and experience with the Public Procurement Act (LOU), Experience working with the Raindance financial system, Experience working with the electronic procurement support system e-Avrop, Experience working at a university or college. Terms of Employment The position is a permanent employment with a start date of October 1, 2026 or by agreement. Further information regarding the work tasks is provided by the Operations Manager for Procurement and Purchasing, Malin Nyman, 090-786 66 86. Questions regarding the recruitment process are answered by HR Specialist Tatja Anundsson, 090-786 70 30. Application Your application should be submitted through Umeå University's recruitment system Varbi and must be received by Umeå University by 2026-08-17. In this recruitment, you apply with your CV only. In the application form, you will answer questions about why you are applying for the advertised position and provide information about your competence and experience related to the position. We welcome your application! Umeå University wishes to offer an equal and inclusive environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives forms the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position. To staffing and recruitment companies and to you as a sales representative: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job postings.
Occupational Therapist, Home Health and Care Services
We're excited that you're interested in working as an occupational therapist with us in Home Health and Care Services! Home Health and Care Services (HSIH) consists of occupational therapists, physical therapists/physiotherapists, nurses, and nursing assistants. In our great team, we have 23 occupational therapists, 14 physical therapists/physiotherapists, and 3 rehabilitation coordinators who work closely together. You'll become part of a work group with strong camaraderie and job satisfaction. We excel at motivating and supporting each other. Our target population is patients 18 years and older who need health and care services in their ordinary homes in Umeå Municipality. During fall 2026, we will strengthen HSIH by adding several occupational therapists and physical therapists. This is to enhance teamwork within HSIH and enable us to work with more preventive interventions through a rehabilitative and person-centered approach. New employees will be integrated into regular operations and will participate in developing our current methods. Your responsibilities As an occupational therapist, you'll work to create conditions that enable individuals to remain in their homes and live as independently as possible. Your work includes assessments of patients' functional abilities and living environments. Writing assessments, prescribing assistive devices, and training home care staff are common tasks. About you We're seeking a licensed occupational therapist. Previous experience in home health care, teamwork, or specialized fields such as neurology, orthopedics, or psychiatry is a merit, but we also welcome candidates with other work experience. The position requires a valid driver's license and excellent Swedish language skills, both spoken and written. You are a positive and engaged colleague who wants to help develop our services. As a person, you have strong collaboration skills and enjoy working in teams while taking responsibility for your own contributions. You believe that professional and friendly communication, perhaps with a touch of humor, is a valuable tool for building good relationships with patients and colleagues. Personal suitability will be a significant factor in our recruitment. Heavy lifting occurs regularly, and you are expected to use assistive lifting devices in your work. Since smoking and animals may be present in the workplace, you should not have allergies to these. Would you like to be part of shaping the future of rehabilitation in home environments? Would you like a job where your contribution makes a real difference for others? We warmly welcome your application! Before an employment offer, we will ask you to provide a criminal record extract and will verify your license in HOSP. This will be done as a final step in the recruitment process. About Umeå Municipality Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 valued employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to ensure Umeå grows with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Working with us, you'll be part of socially important assignments where you contribute to keeping Umeå safe, secure, and enjoyable. Umeå is Northern Sweden's largest city with a rich range of experiences and opportunities. We are a community and culture-focused city that offers a richer life outside of work as well. You can learn more about what it's like to live and work in Umeå here: Flytta - Umeå kommun We're growing and perhaps we need you? Want more? We offer good terms, excellent benefits, and great opportunities for lifelong learning, plus meaningful work for all those living and working here. We look forward to hearing from you.