Department

The Department of Peace and Conflict Research was founded in 1971 with the aim of conducting research and offering education in the field of peace and conflict studies.

Today, the department is a young, dynamic, and international workplace with approximately 90 employees and around 1000 students from all over the world. Courses are offered within bachelor's and master's programs, and we also have a doctoral program. More about the department's activities can be found at http://www.pcr.uu.se (http://www.pcr.uu.se).

The department is now seeking a Research Administrator

The department is now seeking a Research Administrator for a permanent full-time position (100%), starting in March 2026. A probationary period will apply.

Job Responsibilities

The role is independent, which means significant responsibility for driving the work forward and prioritizing between different tasks. At the same time, you are part of our administrative group, with colleagues in finance, HR, and educational administration.

As a research administrator, you are responsible for communicating the department's research, education, and collaboration activities. Your work focuses on producing content that is clear, accessible, and tailored to both internal and external target groups.

Key responsibilities include creating engaging content about the department and its activities, such as texts, infographics, short videos, and podcasts, as well as publishing this via web platforms, social media, and relevant networks. You are also responsible for the department's website, including publishing and editing content aimed at students, staff, and external stakeholders such as partners and end-users.

You will also work to improve functionality and usability on the department's internal and external websites in collaboration with system developers and central university functions. In close dialogue with the department management, you will help develop a strategy for how research results should be disseminated and contribute to strengthening the department's external profile.

The role involves close collaboration with researchers, teachers, and administrative staff, including writing and editing texts in both English and Swedish. You will also participate in the planning and execution of external events such as workshops, lectures, and defenses.

Other administrative tasks may arise as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements

Since the position is located at a Swedish government agency and the department's working language is English, excellent documented language and stylistic skills in both Swedish and English are required.
University degree in social sciences or humanities.
At least one year of professional experience in independently and successfully disseminating research and education.
Documented academic skills and the ability to understand and work with academic texts in English.
Experience in popularizing research and education.
Experience in managing research projects in DiVA.
Experience in planning and organizing public events as well as photographing at events.
Experience in planning and developing how information is shared within an organization, as well as providing advice and solving problems related to AV equipment.
Experience in editing audio, image, and video, and video recording, as well as leading podcasts in English.
Good understanding of the department's core activities (teaching and research in the field of peace and conflict) and its collaboration with the surrounding society, both nationally and internationally.
Very good knowledge of the web publishing tool SiteVision and experience working with Adobe programs such as InDesign, Premiere Pro, Audition, and Lightroom.

Personal Qualities

To thrive in the role:

You have a strong interest in disseminating research to a broad audience and highlighting the department and its educational programs.
You can quickly grasp complex information and formulate and package messages effectively.
You are a skilled writer.
You take responsibility and both enjoy and manage to work independently.
You are flexible, well-organized, and have good collaborative skills. You are outgoing and socially skilled. You are creative and can find solutions where others see problems, while respecting and understanding the university's graphic guidelines.

Application

Your application should be written in English and include the following:

CV
Cover letter
1–3 relevant work samples (texts) from previous employment.

If you have questions about the position, please contact: HR Coordinator Helena Millroth: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Submit your application by February 18, 2026, with reference UFV-PA 2026/321.

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. In the case of security clearance, a prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved.

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Applications are received in Uppsala University's recruitment system.

Union representatives: Saco-S - [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]), Seko - [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]), ST (OFR/S) - [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])