Malmö University is an innovative, urban and international institute of higher education, located in the centre of Malmö. We have around 1,800 employees and 24,000 students. Our research and education are characterised by the role we believe a university should play in an open society — to contribute to sustainability and equality in a scientifically grounded way with external partners and stakeholders. Identifying and addressing the challenges of the future are of highest priority. Our researchers and students work collaboratively to create, share and spread knowledge in order to understand, explain and develop society — both locally and globally.
Faculty
At the Faculty of Culture and Society, we carry out research and teaching in many of the leading issues of today – for example, regarding global politics, new media and sustainable urban development – within the fields of humanities, social sciences and design. We foster a creative, dynamic and cross-border academic environment, characterised by a high degree of internationalisation and collaboration with others, both within and outside academia. We are located in the centre of Malmö, but our perspectives cover the whole world. We are organised into three departments: Urban Studies, Global Political Studies and the School of Arts and Communication. Read more about the Faculty of Culture and Society here.
Department
The Department of Global Political Studies is a multidisciplinary research and educational environment with Bachelor programs in European Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, International Migration and Ethnic Relations (IMER), Diversity Studies, International Relations, Human Rights, and Political Science. Read more here.
Close to GPS is the Malmö Institute for Studies of Migration, Diversity and Welfare (MIM). MIM was established in 2007 and is an international research centre with a multidisciplinary profile and a strong international presence in the research field of migration. Within the center and its extensive network, researchers develop, explore and exchange knowledge of international migration and ethnic diversity. Currently MIM includes about 40 researches including IMER PhD which are enrolled at the Department of Global Political studies. Read more here.
Work duties
City for Everybody – Building Responsible Action for Inclusive Local Communities (CIFER) is an EU funded two-year project which aims to address the institutional and personal levels of racial discrimination and contribute to the implementation of the EU Anti-racism Action Plan.
The tasks to be undertaken by the research assistant will include:
- Maintaining regular contacts with the principal project coordinator and the consortium members
- Literature review and analysis of existing anti-discrimination measures, policies and practice in Malmö
- Conducting focus groups and interviews in Malmö in different languages such as Arabic, English and Swedish
- Responsible for the project report including state of the art and good practices from Malmö
This will all be undertaken in coordination and under the supervision of the project members.
Qualifications
In order to qualify for this specific position, the applicant must have:
- Master’s degree with focus on migration studies, refugee studies or Middle Eastern studies
- At least two years of experience in working as part of a consortium for EU funded project
- Experience of interviewing and conducting focus group with refugees and other BIPOC communities
- Experience of writing a report for EU funded projects
- Proficiency in Swedish, English and Arabic, written and spoken.
- Ability to conduct and lead independent work
The following are meritorious for the position:
- Experience of translation and transcription for academic research
- Non-academic work experience related to working with vulnerable populations and experience of handing sensitive data (candidates who have experience working with refugee would be preferred)
- Experience working on issues related to integration or belonging with migrants
- Established long-term relationship and experiences of collaboration with civil society organizations
In addition to formal competence, the University’s employees must also possess the personal skills and capacities necessary to perform their duties well, and to represent the University in the best possible way. To apply for the position, you should be able to work well with others.
Further information
For questions about the project, please contact the project members Sayaka Osanami Törngren, sayaka.torngren@mau.se or Nahikari Irastorza, nahikari.irastorza@mau.se
Magnus Ericson, Head of Department, GPS, magnus.ericson@mau.se
Pieter Bevelander, Föreståndare för MIM, pieter.belevander@mau.se
For practical questions regarding the employment and recruitment process, please contact HR Specialist Elin Tegnestedt, elin.tegnestedt@mau.se
In our recruitment work, Malmö University has taken a stand regarding recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this advertisement.
Application
You apply for this position via Malmö University's recruitment system by clicking on the "Apply" button. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is completed in accordance with the job advertisement, and that it is submitted to the University no later than January 23st 2023. The application must be written in Swedish, English or any of the Nordic languages. As an applicant, you are responsible for the application and its appendices being translated.
The application must include:
- Personal qualifications portfolio
- Copies of relevant degrees and certificates
- A cover letter, on a maximum of 2 pages, where you describe your experience, background and competence related to the applied position that makes you the most suitable candidate
- Contact information to two references
Miscellaneous
This is a temporary part-time position of 60 % for 8 months.
Malmö University is a workplace and higher education institution that is characterised by an open and inclusive approach, where gender equality and equal terms add value to our activities.
Malmö University applies individual salary setting.
Start date
April 1st 2023, or at the earliest convenience by agreement.
Union representatives
SACO-S Rebecka Johansson, rebecka.johansson@mau.se
OFR Martin Reissner, martin.reissner@mau.se
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
You apply no later than 23/01/2023 by clicking the apply button.
