Substitute Course Assistant in Game Design and Graphic

Department of Game design is located at Uppsala University, Campus Gotland, an international campus in central Visby, a World Heritage city. Here, the best of both worlds may be found: the broad range and influence in education and research of a full-scale university, along with the unique study environment of a small-scale campus.

The Department of Game Design is part of the Faculty of Arts at Uppsala University. Its teaching and research alike are highly advanced. The Department has some 450 full-time students, roughly half of whom are from outside Sweden, and about 45 employees in various job categories. It offers teaching in game design and development at basic and advanced level, with graphics, project management and programming as minors. All education takes place in English.

To strengthen the Department's education in Game Design and Graphic, we are now looking for a Substitute, Course assistant in Game Design, specialising in Graphic, at the Department of Game Design at Uppsala University - Campus Gotland.

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Duties

Provide support to students and teachers in courses focusing on 2D graphics for games and Motion Capture. These courses are offered within the framework of the Bachelor's Programme in Game Design and Graphics. The position holder is also expected to participate in the department’s administrative work and contribute to creating a positive learning environment for students. Active participation in the department’s activities requires regular physical presence at the workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Game Design with a specialization in Graphics, or other education deemed equivalent by the employer. Administrative skills, a sense of responsibility, and strong collaboration abilities. Experience in mentoring and teaching at a Swedish university. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability, such as being proactive and having excellent teamwork skills. You must be able to work independently and complete your tasks within given timeframes. The ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written, is a requirement.

Desirable/meritorious in other respects

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position 50 % in 3 month, starting date 14 January or as agreed. Placement: Visby

For further information about the position, please contact: Olle Jansson, Head ofthe Department E-mail olle.jansson@speldesign.uu.se

Please submit your application by 8 January 2026, UFV-PA 2025/3993

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