Two Amanuensis positions to the Life Science program (10%) – Department of Chemistry and Department of Molecular Biology

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The Life Science bachelor program at Umeå University is based at both the Department of Molecular Biology and the Department of Chemistry. We now have two open amanuensis positions at 10% of full time, one will be positioned at the Department of Molecular Biology and the other at the Department of Chemistry.

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Work tasks

The work as an amanuensis means that you are employed by Umeå University and that you work with tasks related to the Life Science program at the Department of Chemistry or Department of Molecular Biology. This can include joint program activities such as study visits, invite speakers for inspiration seminars, and social activities but also outreach activities such as presenting the program to school classes, participating in outreach events, and making sure the home page is updated. The work also includes communication and responsibility for the joint program Canvas site and active participation in program council meetings.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate that meet the following criteria:

• you are registered as an active student at the Life Science program at Umeå University
• you have completed at least 45 credits in the study program and are up to date with your current studies
• you have good social skills and a great interest in working to improve and develop the Life Science program. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.
• you have a good ability to work independently as well as in groups.

Application

Your application should contain a personal letter that states which position you are applying for (Department of Chemistry or Department of Molecular Biology) and a motivation for why you are applying for the job. You should also include a CV, a copy of the relevant diploma and other relevant certificates/grades.

Applications must be submitted via our e-recruitment system no later than September 25th 2026.

Terms of employment

The employment is 10% of full time during 12 months. The employment will start 2026-10-01, or as otherwise agreed.

Information

For more information please contact program directors Erik Chorell, erik.chorell@umu.se or Teresa Frisan, teresa.frisan@umu.se.

Umeå University strives to offer an equal environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity and development. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current employment. We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising help.

Anställningsform: tidsbegränsad anställning | Anställningens omfattning: deltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 2 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 10% | Ort: Umeå | Län: Västerbottens län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: AN 2026/1015 | Kontakt: Erik Chorell 090-7869329, Erik Chorell 090-7869329, Teresa Frisan 0907865000, Teresa Frisan 0907865000, | Facklig företrädare: SEKO - , SEKO - , SACO -S , SACO -S , OFR ST 090-7865431, OFR ST 090-7865431, | Publicerat: 2026-09-02 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-09-25