University Lecturer in Psychology

The Department of Psychology and Social Work operates at Campus Östersund. We conduct research and education in social work and the fundamental areas of psychology.

Job Responsibilities

The position of university lecturer in psychology primarily involves teaching in our courses focusing on neuropsychology, assessment methodology, research methods, and philosophy of science in the psychology program, as well as independent courses.

Courses in other programs may also be included in the job responsibilities. The tasks include teaching, course development, and administration. The lecturer position involves teaching, for example, in the form of lectures, seminars, and laboratory work, both on campus and remotely, as well as examination of courses, etc. Additionally, course planning, course development, and administrative tasks such as scheduling, course coordination, and grading reporting are also included.

Qualifications

The person to be employed as a university lecturer must meet the eligibility requirements described in this link (https://www.miun.se/medarbetare/styrdokument/ny-styrning-planering-och-uppfoljning/Personal/Anstalla-personal/?item=311447).

Eligible for the position of university lecturer in psychology is someone who has obtained a Master's degree with psychology as the main subject, or has equivalent competence in the subject area the position pertains to.

The employed lecturer must, if this is lacking at the time of hiring, have completed higher education pedagogical training equivalent to 15 higher education credits or at least 10 weeks of full-time studies within two years from the time of employment.

In addition to the general eligibility for employment as a lecturer as stated in Mittuniversitetet's employment regulations, a psychology degree and Swedish psychologist license are required for this position.

Other Requirements

The person to be employed as a university lecturer must have demonstrated pedagogical skill through verified certificates.

The person to be employed as a university lecturer must have completed higher education pedagogical training or acquired equivalent knowledge in another way.

The position requires good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written.

Great importance is placed on personal qualities. We are looking for someone who is attentive and has good collaboration skills, while being structured and able to independently plan and carry out their work responsibly.

Assessment Criteria

The assessment criteria for the employment of a university lecturer include the degree of skill required for eligibility for the position. The evaluation of pedagogical skill should receive equal attention as the evaluation of other eligibility-related conditions.

Documented experience of teaching at the academic level in neuropsychology, assessment methodology, qualitative research methods, and philosophy of science is meritorious. Experience in clinical work is also meritorious.

Previous experience working with learning platforms is meritorious. Furthermore, good knowledge of English in both spoken and written forms is meritorious, as course literature often appears in English and some teaching may take place in English.

Applicants will be assessed based on pedagogical skill, work and teaching experience, as well as personal qualities.

Processing

The preparation of the employment proceeds in accordance with this link (https://www.miun.se/medarbetare/styrdokument/ny-styrning-planering-och-uppfoljning/Personal/Anstalla-personal/?item=311447).

Employment and Start Date

The position is a permanent full-time employment with a start date of 2025-07-01 or by agreement.

Location: Östersund

Information

For further information, please contact Deputy Head Anna Bjärtå, anna.bjarta@miun.se (mailto:anna.bjarta@miun.se), 010-142 81 63 or Study Director Lena Werner, lena.werner@miun.se (mailto:lena.werner@miun.se), 010-142 87 77.

Application

Application documents should be in Swedish or English.

The application should include a verified CV, certificates of pedagogical experience, pedagogical skill, two references with a professional relationship, one of which should be a former/current supervisor, a description of previous activities and pedagogical work relevant to the position, and a personal letter.

Welcome with your application via our recruitment system no later than 2025-04-14.

Mittuniversitetet, with campuses in both Sundsvall and Östersund, is an institution close to students, colleagues, and the surrounding community. At the same time, we are located near the sea, forests, and mountains, which creates conditions for a fantastic quality of life. New knowledge is created here through internationally successful research and education that contributes to societal development. In this way, we contribute to a sustainable future and a better world.

As an employee at Mittuniversitetet, you should be able to combine work with leisure and have a good balance in life. We offer, among other things, flexible working hours, support for wellness activities, salary supplements during parental leave and illness. You also receive generous vacation days.

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