Up to 20 Teaching Assistants in Computer Engineering
The Department of Information Technology holds a leading position in both research and education at all levels. Today, we are Uppsala University's third largest department and have over 350 employees, including 120 teachers and 120 doctoral students. Approximately 5,000 undergraduate students take one or more courses at the department every year. You can find more information about us on the Department of Information Technology's website. We are now seeking students who wish to work as teaching assistants in periods 3 and 4.
Tasks Participation in teaching for one or more of the courses listed below. Participation in teaching means, for example, participating in laboratory sessions and lectures, grading assignments, answering students' questions, and supervising student projects. Applications are received through Uppsala University's recruitment system. For specific questions regarding a course, please contact Pontus Ekberg.
Period 3: 1DT106 Programmering av inbyggda system (ENG) 1DT194 Trådlös kommunikation och nätverksbaserade inbyggda system (ENG) 1DT115 Informationsteknik och energilagring (ENG)
Period 3 and 4: 1DT003 Datorsystem med projektarbete (ENG eller SVE) 1DT096 Operativsystem och processorienterad programmering (ENG eller SVE) 1DT024 Avancerad datorarkitektur (ENG)
Period 4: 1DT108 Programmering av inbyggda system, projekt (ENG) 1DT195 Trådlös kommunikation och nätverksbaserade inbyggda system, projekt (ENG)
If you have not been a teaching assistant before, the tasks may include a mandatory introductory day.
Qualification Requirements To be employed as a teaching assistant, it is a requirement that you are admitted to a program at undergraduate or advanced level. Employment as a teaching assistant is regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 5. The applicant must demonstrate good academic results, particularly within the area of the course they will be assisting with, as well as very good knowledge of English in speech and writing.
Other Desirable/Meritorious 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). Furthermore, the application must state which courses the applicant is interested in and an estimate of the number of hours they wish to work (per course and period, where 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, until April 4, 2027, or June 20, 2027, depending on the period, according to HF Chapter 5 § 12. The extent is between 3% and 50%. Commencement January 4, 2027, or March 8, 2027, or by agreement. Location: Uppsala.
Information about the employment is provided by: Pontus Ekberg, pontus.ekberg@it.uu.se.
Welcome with your application no later than Monday, October 26, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/3112.
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.
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The employment may be subject to a security clearance. In the case of a security clearance, it is a prerequisite for employment that the applicant is approved.
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Contact person
Listed by the employer in the job posting — for questions and your application.
- Pontus Ekbergpontus.ekberg@it.uu.se