Library Assistant at Luleå University of Technology

Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global societal benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national, and regional companies, public actors, and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of nearly 2.1 billion SEK per year. We currently have 1,900 employees and 18,700 students.

In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in large projects aimed at creating a more sustainable society both nationally and globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly relevant research projects and the societal transformation that follows. We have a wide range of educational programs to match the demanded competencies. We hope you want to help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.

We are now looking for a librarian at Luleå University of Technology!

The university library's mission is to support research and education by providing scientific information resources, making the university's research results visible and disseminating them, and being a support for student learning.

You will be part of the library's learning support where you assist students' media and information literacy by offering and leading workshops and through mentoring. You will be part of the library's staffing where we can attract with specially adapted facilities for pedagogical development.

In addition, other tasks may arise depending on your skills and experience.

What we offer you

• Development opportunities: Developing in your work is important both for you as an individual and for the organization. Therefore, the university strives to offer you good opportunities for professional development.
• Quality of life: We believe that your ability to manage your own time helps you piece together your life puzzle and also helps us become a better university. We offer flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely part of the time.
• Health: We promote a sustainable and healthy work life and offer you the opportunity to train during work hours, two hours per week. During work hours, you also have the opportunity to use the nearby gym, Stil, almost for free.
• Security: We want you to have proper protection during your working hours with us, and as an employee, you are covered by several different insurances.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in library and information science or equivalent
• Good IT skills
• Ability to speak in front of groups
• Ability to participate in and drive pedagogical activities in the library
• Very good ability to express yourself in Swedish and English in speech and writing, with a pedagogical and clear communication style

Meritorious:

• Experience in similar tasks
• Experience in pedagogy and learning in libraries
• Experience in program activities in libraries

We place great emphasis on personal suitability and are looking for someone who is engaged and takes responsibility for their tasks, their learning, and who achieves results. We value your good hospitality and your ability to motivate. You have the courage to work independently and are also a helpful team player who contributes to the development of the work group.

Scope and location

We are looking for a librarian for a permanent full-time position based in Luleå. A probationary period may be applied.

Additional information

If you have questions about the position, please contact Erica Forsgren, group manager, 0920 - 491097, [email protected].

Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037, [email protected]
OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-491721 [email protected]

Application

We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, attaching a personal letter and CV/resume and degree certificate. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Applications and degree certificates must be written in Swedish or English.

Application deadline: December 7, 2025
Reference number: 6018-2025