The Faculty of Law at Uppsala University is the oldest law faculty in the Nordic countries, established when the university was founded in 1477.
Here, there is an extensive and well-regarded undergraduate and graduate education. The faculty houses the Department of Law, where approximately 200 individuals are employed.
**Job Responsibilities**
The course primarily concerns fundamental civil law and public law. Your main task will be to provide written feedback on submitted assignments to help course participants understand the law and legal methodology. Additionally, some teaching-related administration may be required. All teaching will be conducted remotely, and you will work within Uppsala University's learning platform, Studium. You will also participate in teacher meetings alongside the course coordinator and, if applicable, other assistants, either in person or remotely. Please note that you must not be on an exchange semester abroad.
**Qualifications**
As an applicant, you must be an active student in the law program at Uppsala University. You should have a solid understanding of the legal areas covered by the course as well as legal methodology. Proficiency in computer skills and a good command of Swedish are required. Since the role involves daily interactions with both students and staff, it is important that you possess a strong sense of service and responsibility, as well as good organizational skills. You should have strong initiative and planning abilities, as well as a willingness and capability to collaborate with various staff groups. You must not be on an exchange semester abroad.
**Terms of Employment**
Employment as a teaching assistant is regulated by Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance. Only those who are admitted to undergraduate or advanced level education may be employed as teaching assistants (HF Chapter 5, Section 10).
**Desirable/Additional Qualifications**
We would prefer that you have completed terms 1–4 and term 6 of the law program, thereby demonstrating good knowledge of the subject areas covered in the course. Previous experience in similar tasks and advanced knowledge in the legal areas relevant to the course will also be considered advantageous.
**About the Employment**
The position is temporary as per HF Chapter 5, Section 12. The scope is 20%. Start date is January 29, 2026, or as agreed upon, with the possibility of extension if the course continues to be offered to the same extent. Location: Uppsala.
For inquiries regarding the position, please contact: Åsa Elmerot, email:
[email protected].
We welcome your application by January 9, 2026. UFV-PA 2025/3533.
Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international standing. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most valuable asset is our 7,600 employees and 53,000 students, who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of the most exciting workplaces in the country.
Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University: https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/
The employment may be subject to security screening. A prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved during the security assessment.
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