Teaching assistant in Systems Science

At the Department of Informatics and Media we teach and research in information systems human-computer interaction and media and communication science. The strength of this composition is that we gather expertise networks and researchers from different but at the same time touching areas. Thus we achieve synergy effects while at the same time the differences generate a creative and exciting research environment.Read more about the Department of Informatics and Media.

Duties
The work involves administration in relation to courses within systems science bachelors and masters programmes but also to assist in teaching moments such as labs and lessons. The work also includes grading and supervision.

Requirements
For employment as a teaching assistant it is a requirement that you are admitted as a student at undergraduate or advanced level.A bachelors degree with 90 credits in information systems computer- and systems science or equivalent. You are expected to have good language skills in English both in speech and writing.

The work places great demands on collaborative ability and on being able to independently pursue and complete tasks within given time frames even during temporary work peaks. Emphasis will be placed on personal suitability such as the ability to take initiative and solve problems in a constructive way for the organization.

Additional qualifications
It is meritorious if you have completed courses or experience in pedagogy as well as if you have good language skills in Swedish both in speech and writing. We also see it as meritorious if you are currently studying the first year of the Masters program in Systems Science at Uppsala University and if you have programming experience in Python and are able to work remotely during the summer of 2027.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 12. Scope of employment 10-50%. Starting date 24 august 2026 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

You will be employed for each individual assignment and receive hourly financial compensation. The employment will run during the autumn semester of 2026 and the spring semester of 2027.

Application
The application shall contain a brief description of yourself and a justification as to why you are applying for the position. You should also state if you have any experience with similar work. The application should contain a brief description of your educational ethos how you view education and your view on teaching others. The application must also include a CV and a certificate of studies as well as a study result.

For further information about the position please contact: Christer Stuxberg

Please submit your application by 17 July 2026 UFV-PA 2026/1891.

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