Vacant job

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked as one of the world's leading universities. It has around 47,000 students and more than 8,800 employees in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain, and improve our world and the conditions of people.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Gender equality, equal opportunities, and diversity are fundamental principles for all parts of our operations.

The International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) at Lund University was established in 1994 and has since developed international and genuine interdisciplinary education and research focused on accelerating the transition to sustainability.

IIIEE aims to connect research results with their application and actively collaborates with companies, authorities, and organizations locally, nationally, and globally. At IIIEE, the activities are focused on: policy instruments, business models, sustainable consumption, and urban development. For more information, see: www.iiiee.lu.se (http://www.iiiee.lu.se)

The International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics is now seeking a Project Assistant for employment for 4-6 months.

Job Responsibilities

If you are a relatively recent master's graduate, we believe this is the job for you! The work involves providing support in teaching, research, and communication. Part of the job consists of assisting in the work of translating research results and teaching materials into course materials for online courses (so-called MOOCs). Some of the work involves working on the design of (educational) videos, recorded interviews, and text-based materials for both MOOCs and the institute's website and social media. The work also includes producing podcasts and supporting the institute's fundraising activities. The position may also include other tasks such as assisting researchers in projects, for example, with data collection. The tasks will be conducted in both English and Swedish.

The position includes, among other things:

• Assisting in the development of MOOCs
• Producing videos, recording interviews
• Creating text materials for MOOCs, websites, research projects, etc.
• Driving the podcast work
• Assisting in fundraising efforts
• Helping to produce informational materials for EU stakeholders
• Assisting in communicating research, e.g., for the web or social media
• Helping to prepare and conduct workshops and various events
• Being ready to support researchers and teachers in various tasks

Requirements

• Education: Hold a master's degree in a relevant field, preferably in sustainability and environmental studies.
• Experience in developing MOOCs
• Experience in producing radio
• Excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
• Excellent command of Swedish, both spoken and written.
• Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication.
• Experience in organizing workshops and other events
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other colleagues and teams
• Proven ability to work in an interdisciplinary and international environment
• Assessed ability for independent work

Other merits

• Experience working in Canvas
• Other relevant experiences for the assignment, e.g., previous experience in planning and executing events

Great emphasis will be placed on good collaboration skills, drive, independence, and overall suitability needed to perform the tasks well. The work pace is occasionally high, which requires flexibility and the ability to prioritize. Consideration will also be given to how the applicant, through their experience and competence, is assessed to complement and strengthen ongoing administration, education, and research within the department and contribute to its future development.

Conditions

Temporary full-time employment for 4-6 months, starting as soon as possible and by agreement.

Application Instructions

The application should include a personal letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a CV, diploma or equivalent, and any other documents you wish to submit (self-authored reports, copies of grades, references, recommendation letters, etc.).

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