Part-time Study Counselor at the Department of Biology and Environmental Science

Study Counselor At the Department of Biology and Environmental Science (BioEnv), educational and research activities span from mountain ecosystems, through forests, land, and waterways, all the way to the sea. In these environments, we work across different biological organizational levels from genes, through individuals and populations, to communities and ecosystems. We work within ecology, evolution, physiology, systematics, and combinations of these fields to understand the significance of natural and human-induced environmental changes. The department operates in two locations: GU's facilities in Natrium at Medicinaregatan 7B in Gothenburg and the Kristineberg Marine Research Station operated by the Marine Infrastructure at the University of Gothenburg. The current position is located in the Natrium facilities. Job Responsibilities The tasks involve study counseling and some administration within undergraduate and advanced education in environmental science and biology. Our undergraduate programs include two bachelor's programs (biology and environmental science with a natural science orientation), several master's programs, and a number of standalone courses. You will work practically with information and guidance for our students, as well as with the department's teachers and study directors. You will be part of a group of study counselors and study administrators. The work also includes responsibility for international students and contacts with institutions in other countries. Much work is done using the university's various study administrative systems such as Ladok, NyA, GUBAS, CANVAS, and Mobility Online. Qualifications You have a study counselor degree or other academic education that the employer deems relevant, such as a degree in biology, environment, or a related field, and at least one year of experience in study counseling. Experience in study counseling within the university or higher education sector is highly meritorious. Previous documented experience in study counseling within environmental science, biology, or another related natural science higher education is meritorious. Experience with the university's study administrative systems such as Ladok, NyA, GUBAS, CANVAS, and Mobility Online is meritorious. You naturally have good computer skills in the Office package and Sharepoint. Additionally, excellent communication skills, ability to collaborate with department staff and students, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to daily work are required. We place great emphasis on personal qualities. Good ability to communicate orally and in writing in Swedish and English is a requirement, as we work in an international environment. Application The application should be written in Swedish and include: • A personal letter describing your experience and how you meet the criteria in the job listing (max one A4 page) • A curriculum vitae (CV) • Copy of diploma • Other documents relevant to the application Employment This is a time-limited position, 100% employment, with placement until further notice at the Department of Biology and Environmental Science. Start date is immediate or by agreement, with an end date of 2026-06-30. The University of Gothenburg offers special benefits, more vacation, and a good pension. We provide great opportunities for professional development based on current and future competency needs. We also offer flexible working hours with potential for remote work. Contact Information and Application Deadline Contact persons and detailed application instructions are provided in the original Swedish job listing. The University actively works to create a work environment with equal conditions and values the qualities that diversity brings to the organization. Application deadline: 2025-11-27