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 permanent position.

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 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 include:

• Drive and administer recruitment processes
• Be responsible for the onboarding of new employees
• Provide support in rehabilitation cases
• Advise on labor law issues
• Support in workplace environment work
• Handle 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 assessed by the employer as equivalent
• Excellent ability to express yourself verbally and in 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 in meetings with various professional groups.

Meritorious

It is advantageous if you have:

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

Employment Type

Permanent (a probationary period may apply)

Scope

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 equal 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 position may be subject to security clearance. A prerequisite for employment during security clearance is that the applicant is approved.

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]