University Lecturer in Social Work

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 as a university lecturer primarily involves teaching in the social work program.

The lecturer position includes work with teaching, such as lectures, seminars, and laboratory work, both on campus and remotely, course examinations, etc. Additionally, it includes course planning, course development, and administrative tasks, such as scheduling, course coordination, grading reporting, etc.

Qualifications

To be appointed as a university lecturer, the candidate 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 as a university lecturer in social work is someone who has obtained a bachelor's degree with social work as the main subject or has equivalent competence in the relevant subject area.

For this position in social work, in addition to the above, a social work degree of 7 semesters, equivalent to 210 credits in the current credit system, and a Master's in social work after the bachelor's degree, as well as certified psycho-social supervisor 45 credits at advanced level, and higher education pedagogical training of 15 credits are required.

Other Requirements

The candidate must have demonstrated pedagogical skills.

The job requires good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written. You should also be able to perform administrative and pedagogical tasks.

Experience working with the learning platforms Moodle/Canvas is an advantage.

Personal Qualities

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

Assessment Criteria

The assessment criteria for the appointment of a university lecturer are the degree of such skills required for eligibility for the position. The evaluation of pedagogical skills should receive equal attention as the evaluation of other eligibility criteria.

Documented experience of teaching at the academic level in social work is an advantage.

Applicants will be assessed based on pedagogical skills, work and teaching experience, and personal qualities. Great emphasis will be placed on pedagogical skills.

Processing

The preparation of the appointment proceeds according to 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 temporary appointment of 20% of full-time for six months starting from 2025-08-25 or by agreement.

Location: Östersund

Information

For further information, please contact Head of Department Ulrika Danielsson, ulrika.danielsson@miun.se (mailto:ulrika.danielsson@miun.se), 010-142 84 90 or Study Director Jonny Bergman, jonny.bergman@miun.se (mailto:jonny.bergman@miun.se), 010-142 80 93.

Application

Application documents should be in Swedish or English.

The application should include a verified CV, a description of documented scientific and pedagogical activities, including a description of scientific and pedagogical activities relevant to the position, as well as a personal letter.

Welcome with your application via our recruitment system no later than 2025-05-02.

Mid Sweden University, 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 Mid Sweden University, 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 supplementation during parental leave and illness. You also receive generous vacation days.

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