Position as Assistant at the Department of Information Technology

The Department of Information Technology holds a leading position in both research and education at all levels.

We are currently Uppsala University's third largest department with over 350 employees, including 120 teachers and 120 doctoral students. Approximately 5000 undergraduate students take one or more courses at the department each year. More information about us can be found at https://www.it.uu.se/ (https://www.it.uu.se/)

We are now seeking up to 2 assistants to guide the Introduction to Computers course at Campus Gotland.

Job Responsibilities

Participation in teaching within the framework of the Introduction to Computers course, which is part of several program introductory courses in the autumn of 2025. Participation in teaching includes, for example, guidance in computer labs, answering students' questions, and grading assignments. Applications are accepted in Uppsala University's recruitment system. If you have specific questions regarding a course, please contact Karl Marklund.

• Guide for Introduction to Computers, 30 hours, period 1 autumn 2025. More information and requirements can be found here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OBLt9_gLUojDShOFFTdBFT6vGaJHz-1uXxP4totgVm4/edit?usp=sharing).

Please note that all guidance is planned to be conducted on campus.

Qualifications

To be employed as an assistant, it is required that you are admitted to education at the undergraduate or advanced level. Employment as an assistant is regulated by the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 5. The applicant must demonstrate good academic results, particularly in the area of the course they will assist with, as well as very good knowledge of Swedish (only for courses taught in Swedish) and English in both spoken and written form.

Desirable/meritorious qualifications

Previous experience of participation in teaching relevant courses at the university level is particularly meritorious. Experience with relevant IT systems (Studium) is desirable, as well as good knowledge of Uppsala University's organization. Strongly meritorious is previous experience as a guide in the Introduction to Computers course.

Strongly meritorious is also:

• having completed most of the first year of their study program.
• being interested in constructively helping others understand what they perceive as unclear or difficult.
• having good communication skills in Swedish, both spoken and written.
• being punctual regarding guidance and grading submitted assignments.

Application Procedure

The application should include a letter stating which campus you are studying at (Uppsala or Gotland), the applicant's previous experience in teaching, language, and knowledge (e.g., study certificates). The application should also indicate how the applicant meets the requirements for the guide position. A registration certificate should also be attached to the application.

About the Employment

The employment is temporary according to HF Chapter 5 § 12, until November 16, 2025. The extent is 6%. Start date is August 18, 2025, or as agreed. Place of employment: Visby.

Inquiries about the employment can be made to: Karl Marklund, karl.marklund@it.uu.se (mailto:karl.marklund@it.uu.se)

Welcome with your application no later than May 5, 2025, 2025/1143.

Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,600 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University here (https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/).

The employment may be subject to security clearance. A prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved during the security clearance.

We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance.

Applications are accepted in Uppsala University's recruitment system.