Geological Sciences Education Coordinator

The Department of Geological Sciences (IGV) is part of the Faculty of Science at Stockholm University. It comprises around 80 staff members including teachers researchers doctoral students and technical/administrative staff. We conduct internationally recognised research and education in geology geochemistry and marine geosciences. The department combines classical geological disciplines with modern analytical and interdisciplinary approaches and maintains strong links with the Bolin Centre for Climate Research and the Baltic Sea Centre.

More information about us please visit: The Department of Geological Sciences.

We are seeking a service-oriented Education Coordinator to support the delivery and administration of geoscience education. The role encompasses distance education and administration digital learning environments international educational exchange collaborations (including Erasmus) and maintenance and development of digital courses within the department.

The position is an educational administration and coordination role rather than a research or academic teaching position. The role provides practical and administrative support to teachers study directors and administrative staff while contributing to the quality and development of education and student support at IGV. Erasmus programme coordination constitutes a key responsibility and includes operational responsibility for the departments exchange activities. A good understanding of geoscience is essential for effective support to students and staff. Research time is not part of the position.

The position includes responsibility for and coordination of the following areas as required during the yearly cycle:

• Teaching support and student support for distance courses at the Department of Geological Sciences including providing formative feedback on digital learning platforms (e.g. Canvas Moodle or other web-based teaching tools).
• Administrative and technical support to teaching staff: managing course schedules in the scheduling system managing and supporting students in the universitys administrative system (currently LADOK) and setting up course sites on digital learning platforms.
• Erasmus programme operational coordination including administration (e.g. mobility online LADOK) and management of incoming and outgoing exchange students development of exchange agreements with international institutions practical guidance to students related to course options and mobility within international exchanges.
• Providing administrative support for distance program examinations and digital assessment workflows.
• Optional/situational support during geological field excursions including driving support if required related to teaching excursions and field courses.
• These duties may evolve over time in response to departmental needs and your skills and experience.

The role requires close collaboration with teaching staff program coordinators administrative personnel and international partners in relation to bachelor and master programs.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Geoscience or a closely related Earth Science discipline at the time of appointment.
• Experience of university teaching teaching support educational administration or student support.
• Experience working with digital learning platforms and web-based education tools (e.g. Canvas Moodle or equivalent).
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work closely with students and staff.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative working and educational environment.
• Good competance in Swedish language and high proficiency in English and Geoscience terminology.

Meritorious qualifications

• Master degree in Geosciences or a closely related Earth Science discipline
• Experience in Erasmus or international exchange administration
• Experience in digital examinations and online assessment workflows
• Familiarity with TimeEdit or similar scheduling systems
• Familiarity with Canvas/Moodle and related educational technologies
• Experience or demonstrated interest in using AI-supported tools and digital innovations to enhance teaching student interaction and the efficiency of educational support.
• Knowledge of administrative and educational routines at Stockholm University
• A driving licence is considered a merit as the role may include limited participation in field excursions.

In the recruitment process we will place great emphasis on personal qualities. Particular emphasis will be placed on the candidates ability to combine knowledge of geosciences with strong skills in educational coordination administration and working with people.

We are looking for a constructive driven organised and development-oriented individual who is motivated to build up and further develop our educational activities embrace new technologies and contribute to an excellent student experience in a dynamic university environment.

The successful candidate should also:

• Have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills be service-minded solution-oriented and motivated to support high-quality teaching learning and internationalisation activities
• Be motivated by improving educational delivery and student experience
• Be able to coordinate and further develop Erasmus and other student exchange activities working independently while maintaining close collaboration with local academic staff and partner institutions
• Be confident in using administrative systems digital platforms and educational technologies
• Be able to prioritise coordinate and manage multiple tasks in a complex academic environment including periods of high workload
• Be comfortable working within established administrative frameworks while identifying opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency
• Show curiosity initiative and willingness to develop new approaches that enhance educational delivery distance learning and student support.

Particular emphasis will be placed on the candidates ability to combine geoscience knowledge with strong educational coordination administrative and interpersonal skills.

This is a full-time indefinite-term employment with a six-month probationary period. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date as agreement.

With us you will experience the dynamic interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international environment and get favourable conditions. The university is located in the National City Park with good transport links to the city.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Further information about the position can be obtained from Head of Department Professor Helen Coxall .

Apply for the position at Stockholm Universitys recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete and that it is submitted before the deadline.

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.

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