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The Department of Social Work at Stockholm University offers a social science education with social work as the main area of focus. The education focuses on understanding social processes and the ability to develop analyses of social problems. We provide teaching at undergraduate and advanced levels. Our programs lead to a Master of Arts in Social Work, a Social Work degree (socionom), and a Master's degree in Social Work. We have approximately 110 employees and 1,200 students per academic year.

More information about us can be found at: Department of Social Work (#)

Responsibilities

The position includes research, teaching, and supervision at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels, as well as administrative duties.

Qualifications

Eligible candidates are those who have completed a doctoral degree in social work or related social science fields. You must also have experience teaching in the field of social work.

General eligibility requirements include demonstrating pedagogical skill, as well as the ability to collaborate and contribute to inclusive communication. Emphasis is also placed on administrative competence, familiarity with learning platforms in an academic environment, and good proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Meritorious qualifications include a university pedagogy course of at least 15 higher education credits or equivalent knowledge acquired through other means.

Evaluation Criteria

Emphasis is placed on academic merits and pedagogical skill. Administrative competence, experience working in LADOK, as well as Stockholm University's learning platform Canvas and examination tool Inspera, are also valued. Since teaching at the department is conducted in teams, teamwork skills and personal suitability are also considered important.

About the Position

The position is full-time but can be discussed. It is fixed-term for 12 months. Start date: August 1, 2026, or as agreed. We are recruiting for 1–2 positions.

What We Offer

Here you will experience the dynamic interplay between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and enjoy favorable employment conditions. The university is located in the National Urban Park with good connections to the city center.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination, offering equal rights and opportunities for everyone.

Contact

Information about the position can be obtained from Study Director Hugo Stranz, tel. +46 8-674 76 46, [email protected], or Administrative Study Director Annika Jemteborn, tel. +46 8-674 73 78, [email protected]. Questions regarding the recruitment process can be directed to HR Officer Anna Szyinska, tel. +46 8-674 73 74, [email protected].

Application

You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete in accordance with the university's guidelines and that it is submitted to the university no later than the final application deadline.

The university's employment regulations, general guidelines, and application template in English can be found on the webpage: Applying for a Position (#).

Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of truth.