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Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national, and regional companies, public actors, and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has an annual turnover of over 2.3 billion SEK. We have more than 1,800 employees and nearly 21,600 students.

The Division of System and Space Technology conducts education and research in space-related fields and participates in the European University Alliance project UNIVERSEH 2.0 (European Space University for Earth and Humanity) https://universeh.eu/ (https://universeh.eu/).

UNIVERSEH 2.0 aims to further develop and strengthen the alliance's role as the leading European university alliance focused on space. The project offers a multilingual, interdisciplinary, innovative, and inclusive learning environment for students, researchers, and external stakeholders. A central objective is to bring together academia and various actors within the space sector to meet the changing needs of the global job market in the space field. Within the project, several activities and events are carried out to promote collaboration between universities, industry, and society. These activities are important for addressing emerging societal challenges, developing future-oriented competencies, and contributing to sustainable growth in the space sector.

Responsibilities

You will be part of a dynamic and international team within UNIVERSEH 2.0 and work on activities related to Work Package 7 (WP7) – Service to Society. The work package focuses on collaboration between universities, the space industry, public actors, the surrounding society, and student space organizations.

The responsibilities include, among other things, planning, coordinating, and implementing activities and events. You will contribute to contacts with companies and organizations within the space sector, support collaborations with student-driven space organizations, and participate in various activities within Work Package 7.

The role also involves participating in project meetings, contributing to the follow-up and reporting of activities, and supporting the implementation of the project's goals and deliverables within the work package.

Qualifications and Experience

You must be enrolled in a master's program in space-related subjects and have completed at least two semesters of study, including at least one semester at the campus in Kiruna. You must be able to demonstrate good academic results in the space field. Very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written, is required.

For the position, it is important that you have good communication and collaboration skills, are receptive, and have a solution- and result-oriented approach to work. You are stress-resistant, can handle multiple parallel tasks, and have the ability to prioritize even under time pressure.

Furthermore, you have the ability to see the big picture, formulate clear goals, and translate them into concrete and measurable activities. You work in a structured and methodical manner and have good skills in managing deadlines, resources, and risks.

Conditions

Employment as a teaching assistant is regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 5. Only those admitted to undergraduate or advanced level education may be employed as teaching assistants (HEO Chapter 5 §10).

Hourly Wage/Compensation

For all assignments, you will receive an hourly wage as well as valuable work experience for your CV. The hourly wage depends on the complexity of the task:

Level 1: 156 SEK/hour (equivalent to approx. 25,700 SEK/month for full-time work).

Level 2: 171 SEK/hour (equivalent to approx. 28,200 SEK/month for full-time work).

Information

The position is 40% of full-time, i.e., on average 2 days per week for 5 months, from August 17, 2026, to January 31, 2027, or as agreed. The workplace is in Kiruna.

The workload may vary over time and as agreed, but the goal is to distribute it in a way that is compatible with studies at the university.

For further information, you are welcome to contact Victoria Barabash, 0980–67532 [email protected]

Union Representatives:

SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Application

We prefer that you apply for the position via the button below, attaching a cover letter, CV/resume, and copies of verified degree certificates. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and degree certificates must be written in Swedish or English.

Last date for application: August 10, 2026

Reference number: 3770–2026