Up to 15 Teaching Assistants in Computer Science

The Department of Information Technology holds a leading position in both research and education at all levels. We are currently Uppsala University's third largest department and have today over 350 employees, of which 120 are teachers and 120 are doctoral students. Approximately 5,000 undergraduate students study one or more courses at the department every year. More information about us can be found on the Department of Information Technology's website. We are now seeking students who wish to work as teaching assistants in period 3 and 4.

Tasks

Participation in teaching for one/some of the courses listed below. Participation in teaching means, for example, participating in laboratories and lessons, grading assignments, answering students' questions, and supervising student projects. Courses marked SVE have Swedish as the language of instruction and those marked ENG have English as the language of instruction. Applications are received in Uppsala University's recruitment system. For specific questions regarding a course, please contact Tjark Weber.

Period 3:

1DL034 Introduction to Machine Learning (ENG) 1DT075 Cryptology (ENG)

Period 3-4:

1DL042 Programmering (SVE)

If you have not been a teaching assistant before, the tasks also include a mandatory introductory day.

Qualification requirements

Employment as a teaching assistant is regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (Högskoleförordningen) Chapter 5. Only those admitted to education at undergraduate or advanced level may be employed as a teaching assistant (HF 5 kap §10). The applicant must demonstrate good academic results, particularly in the area of the course they will be assisting with, as well as very good knowledge of Swedish (only for courses taught in Swedish) and English in speech and writing.

Other desirable/merit-based qualifications

Previous experience from participating in teaching in relevant courses at the university level is particularly meritorious. Experience with relevant IT systems (Studium) is desirable, as well as good knowledge of Uppsala University's organization.

Application procedure

The application must contain a letter where the applicant briefly describes their experience in teaching, language, and knowledge (e.g., transcript of records). The application must further include which courses you are interested in and an estimate of the number of hours you wish to work (per course and period, and the number of hours must sum to 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120). Also attach your transcript of records.

About the employment

The employment is time-limited according to HF 5 kap § 12 until 2027-04-04, 2027-06-20, or by agreement. The extent is 5-50% depending on which period(s) and how many hours you work. Commencement 2027-01-04, 2027-03-08, or by agreement. Location: Uppsala

Information about the employment is provided by: Tjark Weber, tjark.weber@it.uu.se.

Welcome with your application no later than October 26, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/3034.

Uppsala University 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 commitment, make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work within Uppsala University

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The employment may be subject to security screening. In the case of security screening, it is a prerequisite for employment that the applicant is approved.

We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance.

Applications are received in Uppsala University's recruitment system.

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