Teaching Assistant in Histology for the Medical Program Spring 2027

Umeå Universitet · Vollzeit

Umeå universitet, Umeå, Schweden

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 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 campuses make 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, this means conducting research about—and within—a society in transformation. It also means delivering education for regions that need to expand quickly and sustainably. This is where the future is being created. Are you interested in learning more? Read more about Umeå University as a workplace. The Faculty of Medicine is one of the largest faculties at Umeå University and attracts many students with an extensive range of programs in the areas of medicine, dentistry, health, and care. We offer well-developed research infrastructure and an inspiring, dynamic environment with leading research. Our close collaboration with the four regions in the Northern Healthcare Region is something we view as a great mutual asset for developing research and education and for ensuring access to our future healthcare personnel. The Department of Medical and Translational Biology conducts teaching in, among other programs, the Medical Program. We are now seeking 16 teaching assistants to participate in histology instruction within the Medical Program. Duties The main duties consist of teaching and supervising histology demonstrations and practical exercises. Eligibility Employment as a teaching assistant according to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 5. Those eligible for employment as a teaching assistant are students admitted to education at the basic or advanced level at a university or college (HF Chapter 5 §10). Qualifications Applicants must have completed all courses in the Medical Program up to and including the course "Structure and Function of Organ Systems," 46.5 credits. Previous work experience as a histology teaching assistant is meritorious. Terms We are now seeking 16 teaching assistants for Spring Term 2027. The position corresponds to 10% employment for 4 months by agreement with the supervising teacher. The employment is to be conducted in parallel with studies. Salary according to the teaching assistant agreement. Application Applications must be submitted via the e-recruitment system Varbi and must be received no later than October 7, 2026. Your application should include: A brief description of yourself and your motivation for applying for the position. Also indicate if you have previous experience with similar tasks. Attach a current transcript of grades from Studentwebben. For questions, you are welcome to contact: Professor Per-Arne Oldenborg 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 different backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position. To staffing and recruitment companies and to you who are salespeople: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies and sellers of additional job postings. 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 different backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position. To staffing and recruitment companies and to you who are salespeople: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies and sellers of additional job postings.