Jönköping University School of Education and Communication (HLK) is one of four faculties at Jönköping University. We conduct education and research in teacher education, media and communication science, global studies, and Human Resources, and offer extensive contract education aimed at professional development and skills enhancement. With us, you will experience a creative environment with excellent opportunities for influence and personal development.
You will become part of a creative and collegial academic environment with excellent opportunities for influence, collaboration, and professional development. We are now seeking two university lecturers in law with a primary focus on our HR program.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
As a university lecturer, you will primarily teach and examine labor law. Depending on your expertise, teaching may also cover related areas such as negotiation and mediation, international labor law, workplace ethics, and the legal and organizational implications of AI for HR work.
Teaching occurs primarily within the HR program and our contract education, but work within other relevant programs may also occur.
Your position will include:
planning, conducting, and developing instruction,
designing and conducting examinations,
serving as course coordinator and examiner,
supervising student work,
contributing to the development of the discipline and programs,
participating in collegial quality and development work,
collaborating with working life and other stakeholders in society.
Other customary administrative and academic tasks may also be included in the position.
Time for professional development is included according to applicable agreements. We offer a stimulating and collegial environment with excellent development opportunities, where educational quality, collaboration, and student learning are in focus.
QUALIFICATIONS
To succeed and thrive in this role, you need strong collaboration skills and the ability to create and develop good relationships with students, colleagues, and stakeholders in the surrounding community. You work independently and systematically, take responsibility for your tasks, and actively contribute to the organization's collective development.
You have a student-centered approach and a genuine interest in teaching and learning. You value diverse perspectives and contribute to an inclusive academic environment.
Personal suitability will be given substantial weight.
To be eligible for employment, you must have:
a law degree,
documented knowledge of labor law,
pedagogical skill or a clear pedagogical philosophy,
the ability to develop instruction, courses, and examinations,
the ability to teach and examine in both Swedish and English
You should also have completed higher education pedagogy training or otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge. If you lack such training at the start of employment, you must be willing to complete higher education pedagogy training during the first two years of employment.
In the assessment, particular weight will be given to subject expertise in labor law and documented pedagogical skill.
It is advantageous if you have:
documented experience teaching at a college or university,
experience with course coordination and examination,
current professional experience in labor law, HR, or related work,
experience with contract education,
competence or teaching experience in negotiation and mediation,
competence in workplace ethics,
knowledge of the legal and organizational implications of AI for HR work.
International competence and professional experience will also be considered.
INFORMATION
These are permanent full-time positions. A probationary period applies.
Start date for employment is planned for January 15, 2027 or by agreement.
These positions are subject to annual working hours for teachers as specified in the university's collective agreement. Individual salary setting applies.
APPLICATION
Welcome to submit your application by October 12.
To enable us to conduct a complete assessment, your application should include:
CV and cover letter,
a description of relevant teaching experience, including a list of courses and teaching components,
a description of your pedagogical philosophy, maximum two pages,
diploma and relevant certificates,
references
You are responsible for ensuring your application is complete and submitted by the application deadline.
Jönköping University strives to be an attractive workplace free from discrimination and offering equal opportunities for all. We value the qualities that gender balance and diversity bring to our operations and welcome applicants with different backgrounds, abilities, and life experience.
Jönköping University is a modern institution of higher education characterized by its internationalization and entrepreneurial spirit. We have well-qualified, innovative, and enterprising colleagues from around the world. We develop new knowledge and share expertise through sustainable collaborations with industry, the public sector, and other academic institutions. We offer an equitable and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. Learn more about us at www.ju.se