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The Department of Sociology at Stockholm University offers a dynamic research environment with many interdisciplinary collaborations and a strong international research profile. The department was founded in 1954 and currently has approximately 85 employees and 600 students per academic year.

We offer high-quality courses in sociology at the undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels, and in demography at the advanced and doctoral levels. We are particularly distinguished in the fields of demography, family sociology, gender and equality, cultural sociology, political sociology, social policy, social networks, and social stratification. Many of our researchers utilize quantitative methods.

More information about us can be found at: The Department of Sociology (https://www.sociology.su.se)

Responsibilities

The main responsibilities involve teaching sociology at the undergraduate level, with a special focus on seminar instruction, although other forms of teaching may also be considered. In addition to teaching, employees are expected to participate in the department's internal work. The Teaching Assistant acts as a link between students and teachers to provide students with the best possible conditions for their studies.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be available at the department to assist the course coordinator as a seminar leader and to assist with the administration and examination of the courses.

Qualifications

The applicant must be admitted and registered for a program at the undergraduate or advanced level in sociology. It is desirable that the applicant has studied at least two terms in the undergraduate sociology program at Stockholm University. It is meritorious if you are admitted to an advanced-level sociology program, and we prefer that you are at the beginning of your master's studies. Great importance will be attached to personal qualities. Good command of Swedish, both spoken and written, is a requirement.

About the Position

The position is part-time, ranging from 30% to 50% of full-time, and is fixed-term for 6 months with the possibility of extension. Start date according to agreement.

What We Offer

Here you will experience the dynamics of the interaction between higher education and research, making Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and enjoy favorable 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

For further information, please contact Deputy Study Director Anna Carin Haag, tel. +46 8-16 31 87, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Application

You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete and submitted to the university by the final application deadline.

Guidelines for applicants can be found on the website: How to apply for a position (https://www.su.se/en/about-stockholm-university/work-with-us/how-to-apply).

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