Temporary Position at SVA

Workplace: Swedish National Veterinary Institute (SVA), Uppsala

Type of Employment: Temporary, Full-time

Benefits: Collective agreement, Pension plan, 28–35 days of vacation, Wellness allowance

Application Deadline: 2026-01-13

Apply here (https://sva.varbi.com/se/what:job/jobID:886632/)

Dangerous animal diseases can have serious consequences, from suffering in animals and humans to economic losses and disruptions in food supply. The Swedish National Veterinary Institute, SVA, is an expert authority that strengthens Sweden's ability to combat animal diseases that pose threats to critical societal functions through diagnostics, research, and advice. Healthy animals – safe people. As a leader and employee at SVA, you contribute to a sustainable society and can be a positive force for animal health and welfare. SVA is a preparedness authority and is part of Sweden's total defense.

At the vaccine preparedness unit, we manage vaccines for farm animals. We have a governmental assignment to maintain effective vaccine preparedness. We purchase, store, and distribute vaccines. Our primary task is to provide vaccines for farm animals, as well as sampling materials and various substrate products. We are part of SVA's department for animal health and antibiotic issues.

Job Responsibilities

• Handling incoming orders
• Registering orders
• Inventory management
• Some administration

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a high school education and a few years of work experience as an administrator. We seek someone with an interest in governmental work and preferably an interest in animals. For the position, it is required to express oneself fluently in Swedish, both spoken and written. Since we also have international contacts, you also need to communicate in English.

Great importance is placed on personal suitability for the tasks, such as responsibility, customer awareness, quality consciousness, and a careful and systematic working method. You enjoy working both independently and in a team.

Meritorious

Documented training in GDP (Good Distribution Practice) and/or experience in the pharmaceutical sector.

Conditions

The employment is a temporary position until 2026-10-31.

Other - Good to Know

Through diagnostics, research, and expert knowledge, SVA contributes to good animal health and reduced transmission of diseases between animals and humans. With the memory of the COVID-19 pandemic, we know that animal diseases can become a threat to society and severely impact Sweden's food supply, health, and economy. As a preparedness authority, SVA is part of the Food Supply and Drinking Water sector.

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Tests and work samples may occur during the recruitment process.

The authority may conduct background checks in connection with the recruitment.

If you are a Swedish citizen and permanently employed at SVA, you will be placed in a war position within the authority.

For certain positions, a security review with a background check may be conducted according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585) before a hiring decision is made. In some cases, Swedish citizenship is required.

In preparation for the recruitment work, SVA has taken a conscious active position on recruitment channels and marketing. Therefore, we do not wish to be contacted by ad sellers or recruitment companies.

Grow and develop at SVA – welcome with your application!