Temporary Educational Coordinator

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The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is an integrated department between Gothenburg University and Chalmers University of Technology, located at the Johanneberg and Lindholmen campuses in Gothenburg. Its activities encompass high-quality research, education, and utilization in areas such as AI & machine learning, software & hardware engineering, computer science, security, network & systems. The organization consists of just over 300 employees with a high international composition. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering has a significant educational mission consisting of several bachelor's and master's programs at both Gothenburg University and Chalmers University of Technology.

Further information about the department can be found at: Chalmers CSE (http://www.chalmers.se/en/institutions/cse/Pages/default.aspx)

Job Responsibilities

In the role of Educational Coordinator, your task will be to coordinate the department's undergraduate administration according to current routines and set goals. You will work closely with, among others, the Assistant Administrative Manager, Vice Dean for Undergraduate Education, program coordinators, and study directors at the department. The undergraduate operations are constantly evolving, so you will work proactively with the department's as well as Gothenburg University's and Chalmers University of Technology's processes based on the academic year.

Your role also includes supporting the educational administration staff with tasks and routines, as well as participating in the introduction and training of new employees in the group. Since the operations are integrated, you will be active within both Gothenburg University and Chalmers University of Technology and at both the Johanneberg and Lindholmen campuses. Part of the tasks also includes providing management support to the Vice Dean for Undergraduate Education regarding arrangements and decision-making materials. Your assignment also includes being the archive coordinator for the undergraduate operations. It may also be relevant to work operationally within educational administration for some part of the operations.

The tasks may vary as needed.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a relevant university or college degree with an appropriate focus. You are well versed in current rules and routines within the study administration area and have substantial work experience in administration, preferably from the university and higher education sector.

We would also like you to have experience in work or project management and in leading development work.

The work places high demands on computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft 365. Knowledge of systems such as Ladok, Canvas, NyA, Gudok, Retendo, and other education-related systems used by Gothenburg University and Chalmers University of Technology is an advantage.

The role requires you to have the ability to independently plan and drive your work. As a person, you are unpretentious, solution-oriented, service-minded, professional, and have high integrity. The work is characterized by recurring peaks and requires a good ability to plan and prioritize tasks within given time frames. You need to be meticulous and have a structured working method. At the same time, we would like you to have a flexible, open, and curious attitude as the operations are constantly evolving. In your work, you will have contacts both internally and externally, which requires good collaboration skills, service orientation, and the ability to express yourself well in speech and writing. Being able to communicate in both English and Swedish is essential as we operate in an international environment.

Great importance will be placed on personal suitability and collaboration ability.

Employment

The employment is a temporary position in the form of a full-time substitute until 2027-02-28. The start date for the employment will be agreed upon.

Other

We can offer varied and stimulating tasks in a dynamic workplace with an international character. There are good opportunities for personal development and favorable working conditions. The organization actively works for a pleasant working environment where employees are given the opportunity for participation.

Contact Information for the Position

Contact information for the position: Jenny Andersson Vaughan, Assistant Administrative Manager, 031-772 65 31, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Union Organizations

Union representatives at Gothenburg University can be found here: Union Representatives (https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/work-with-us/help-for-applicants)

Application

You apply for the position via Gothenburg University's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and that it is received by the university no later than the application deadline.

The application must be received by: 2026-02-02

The university actively works for a work environment with equal conditions and values the qualities that diversity brings to the organization.

The university applies individual salary setting.

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