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Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest higher education institutions, with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a wide variety of high-quality education and world-leading research in several scientific fields, including the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editor, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, fostering a dynamic and open culture.

The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, this involves conducting research on – and within – a society in transition. It also means delivering education for regions that need to expand rapidly and sustainably. Simply put, this is where the future is being created.

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The Faculty of Medicine is one of the largest faculties at Umeå University and attracts many students with a comprehensive range of education in the fields of medicine, dentistry, health, and care. We offer a well-developed research infrastructure and an inspiring, dynamic environment with leading research. Our close collaboration with the four regions of the Northern Healthcare Region is seen as a great mutual asset for developing research and education and securing the supply of future healthcare personnel.

Description

The Department of Nursing, which has around a hundred employees, offers education for nurses and radiographers, specialist training for nurses, midwifery, master's, and doctoral programs, as well as research in three main subjects: nursing, radiography, and sexual and reproductive health.

We are currently seeking a temporary University Lecturer on a full-time basis (100%) for two years in the field of sexual and reproductive health.

Responsibilities

The position includes practical and theoretical teaching, student supervision, and the implementation and assessment of examinations within undergraduate and advanced level education. The teaching is primarily conducted within the midwifery program but may also take place within the department's other programs and courses. Additionally, the role involves participating in the development of new courses and administrative tasks. Teaching will partly be conducted using distance pedagogy.

Qualifications

To be eligible for appointment as a lecturer in sexual and reproductive health, one must be a licensed midwife who has completed a master's degree in sexual and reproductive health or possess equivalent competence. Experience in maternal healthcare and contraceptive counseling is meritorious.

Knowledge and experience in skills training and practical teaching are meritorious.

To be eligible for the position, the applicant should have documented ability to teach in Swedish and English.

As a person, you are service-oriented, take initiative, are meticulous, and can work independently. You are outgoing and have good ability to collaborate with students, colleagues, and groups both within and outside the university. Furthermore, we appreciate that you are driven and solution-oriented. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Evaluation Criteria for the Position

The evaluation criteria for the appointment of teachers at the university shall be the degree of such skill that is a requirement for eligibility for the position, i.e., for this position: pedagogical skill, administrative skill, and clinical skill. The assessment of pedagogical skill and clinical skill shall receive special attention in this appointment. In addition, the degree of skill to contribute to program and course development applies.

A general evaluation criterion for teachers at Umeå University is both good collaboration skills, as well as the competence and suitability otherwise needed to perform the duties well.

In assessing pedagogical skill, account will be taken of documented experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating teaching, as well as supervision and examination in sexual and reproductive health or equivalent. Administrative skill can be demonstrated through the ability to lead and develop operations and personnel, as well as through the ability to collaborate. Clinical skill is demonstrated through current clinical experience and documented good clinical competence.

Other Information

The workplace is Umeå, but work at other locations may occur. The position is a two-year temporary contract with a start date as agreed. We view positively the maintenance of clinical professional activity during the employment period, and a clinical connection of 20% may be possible within the framework of the employment.

Application

The application must be submitted via the e-recruitment system Varbi and include the following documents:

• Personal letter including contact details
• CV/Resume
• Copy of degree certificate and license
• Contact details for at least two references, including one manager

We welcome your application!

Umeå University aims to offer an equal and equitable environment where open conversations between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current position.

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