Project Administrator (temporary position, 6 months)

The role is a full-time temporary position for six months with the chance of extension, starting as soon as possible. About the department The Department of Medical Engineering is part of the Department of Materials Science at Ångströmlaboratoriet. We conduct fundamental research in the development and evaluation of new materials in interaction with biological systems to understand the underlying principles. For us, studying the impact of materials on biological processes is just as important as the impact of biological processes on materials. Our ambition is to create a dynamic teaching and research environment that is internationally recognized for its excellent ability to combine fundamental research with clinical applications.  Tasks: The purpose of this position is primarily to be an administrative support function. Your tasks will be to organize, structure, and develop work routines within the department and the two research groups. Both simple and more advanced administrative tasks occur. Typical tasks include: Providing support and service to the department's employees Organization of meetings (both for smaller groups and larger scientific symposiums) Taking meeting minutes Updating websites and social media with the latest research results and scientific events Making travel arrangements Preparing and reporting project and group budgets with the support of the institution's economists Assisting with financial and scientific reporting to the university as well as national and international research funders. Administration regarding recruitments

Qualifications: University degree or equivalent competence as assessed by the employer to be equivalent. Documented experience working within larger projects in the public or private sector Documented experience of working with collaboration and outward-facing communication Experience in financial administration and/or proficiency in graphic design Good knowledge of English, both spoken and written.

Meritorious/desirable otherwise: Experience in a similar role within a university or college Doctorate in engineering, natural sciences, or medicine Interest in financial administration and in using Excel as a tool Documented experience of scientific and financial reporting Documented experience of working with collaboration and outward-facing communication Education in project administration/coordination and leadership Interest in research and science

We place great emphasis on your personal qualities, and you must be self-driven and proactive, with the ability to cooperate and communicate with people in different subjects and with different roles. We believe that you like helping your colleagues and take pride in offering good support services. It is important that you are pedagogical, structured, have a good eye for detail, and can work effectively both individually and in a group. To thrive in this role, you must be unpretentious and not be afraid of new challenges and different types of tasks. Since the number and scope of tasks will vary over time, it is necessary that you are flexible in character and able to allocate your time appropriately between several different tasks of varying size in parallel, and have the ability to prioritize to deliver within set timeframes. Instructions for application: Your application should include: 1) A short letter describing yourself and why you are interested in this position 2) CV (max. 2 pages) 3) Name and contact details (address, email address, and telephone number) for at least two references You also have the opportunity to attach up to 3 relevant documents, e.g., self-authored reports or communication material that you have produced.   The application can preferably be written in English. We will read application documents continuously and call for interviews. About the employment: Temporary position. Extent: 100%. Commencement: According to agreement. Location: Uppsala To read more about the salary range and how Uppsala universitet sets salaries, as well as other working conditions, read more here Information about the employment is provided by professor Maria Tenje, (maria.tenje@angstrom.uu.se) or professor Cecilia Persson (cecilia.persson@angstrom.uu.se) Welcome with your application no later than October 7, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/2666 Uppsala universitet is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,500 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and engagement, make Uppsala universitet one of the country's most exciting workplaces. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala universitet https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ The employment may be subject to security clearance. In the case of security clearance, the applicant's approval is a prerequisite for employment. We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance. Applications are received in Uppsala universitet's recruitment system. Trade union representatives: Saco-S - saco-s@uu.se, Seko - seko@uadm.uu.se, ST (OFR/S) - ofr@uu.se

Open to all We focus on your competence, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or the workplace to your needs.