Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 41,500 students and about 4,600 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.
The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.
We seek one project assistant to work with aquatic biogeochemical research in the Department of Ecology, Environment and Geoscience, with placement in Umeå. This is a fixed term position at 100% for seven months, from January 11 2027, or according to agreement. The application deadline is 2026-12-03.
Job Duties
The project assistant will participate in various research activities in the lab and in the field. Work tasks will, for example, include:
Sampling stream water for chemistry and physical variables.
Build gas flux chambers for aquatic systems.
Calibrate and maintain water chemistry sensors to use in the field.
Qualifications
We are seeking a candidate with at least a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field. Documented knowledge of electronics, environmental sensors, and programming with microcontrollers such as Arduino is a requirement. Applicants must also have documented experience working at field sites and hold a valid category B driver’s license.
A significant portion of the work will be conducted in the laboratory and workshop in the department, so familiarity to lab usage and guidelines is a merit.
Application You apply via our recruitment tool, Varbi (in Swedish or English). The application must contain:
CV and cover letter
Copies of grades and certificates
Names and contact details of two reference persons.
The application deadline is 2026-12-03
For questions regarding employment, please contact Gerard Rocher-Ros, Gerard.rocher.ros@umu.se, Department of Ecology, Environment and Geoscience, Umeå University
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