HR Generalist at the Department of Ecology and Genetics

The Department of Ecology and Genetics is an international and dynamic environment with over 110 employees.

Here, research and teaching are conducted at the intersection of ecology, evolution, and genomics.

The department's administration works closely with the operations and consists of an administrative manager, three economists, and two HR generalists. We are now looking for an HR generalist for a fixed-term position until September 30, 2026.

With us, you will have a broad and independent role where you contribute with qualified HR support.

Responsibilities

As an HR generalist, you will work closely with the operations and provide advice and support to managers and employees across the entire HR area. The work is varied and involves both operational and coordinating tasks.

Examples of tasks:

• Drive and administer recruitment processes
• Be responsible for the onboarding of new employees
• Provide support in rehabilitation cases
• Advice on labor law issues
• Support in workplace environment work
• Handle the termination of employment
• Ensure compliance with laws, agreements, and internal guidelines
• Ongoing HR administration within the framework of the department's mission

You will work both independently and in close collaboration with others in the department's administration.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• University or college education in human resources or equivalent competence that the employer assesses as equivalent
• Very good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English
• Good ability to work both independently and in a team
• Good knowledge of MS Office

Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability. To thrive and succeed in the role, you are structured, meticulous, and self-assured. You have good communication skills and build trust when interacting with different professional groups.

Meritorious

It is an advantage if you have:

• Experience in qualified HR work, preferably within higher education
• Experience with personnel administrative systems such as Primula and Varbi or other systems used at Uppsala University

Employment Information

Employment type: Fixed-term employment until September 30, 2026

Extent: 100%

Location: Uppsala

Start date: As soon as possible or by agreement

Salary: Individual salary setting applies

For inquiries about the position, please contact:
Anna-Lena Klerks, tel 018-471 2700 or email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Uppsala University values the qualities that a balanced gender distribution and diversity bring to the organization. We therefore welcome applicants of all genders and with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and life experiences.

Welcome with your application by March 1, 2026.

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. A prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved during the security clearance.

We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance.

Applications are received in Uppsala University's recruitment system.

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