Project Coordinator

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 49 000 students and 6 400 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

At the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences (BioEnv) we have teaching and research activities that stretch from the alpine ecosystem, through forests, cultivated land and streams, all the way into the marine environment. In these environments we study different levels of biological organisation from genes, individuals and populations, to communities and ecosystems. We work within ecology, evolution, physiology, systematics and combinations of these fields in order to understand the impact of natural and anthropogenic changes of the environment.

The department is placed at three different localities: in GU:s facilities in Gothenburg Botanical Garden, at Medicinarberget 18A in Gothenburg and at Kristineberg Marine Research Station. The current position is placed at the Gothenburg Botanical garden.

Project description
The Gothenburg Global Biodiversity Centre (GGBC) was launched on January 1st, 2017 and is hosted by the Department of Biological and Environmental Science (http://bioenv.gu.se). The Centre has two main goals: to further develop biodiversity research, and to bridge the gap between scientists, the public and industry through various outreach activities.

The Centre represents a long-term collaboration among the following institutions at the University of Gothenburg: the Department of Marine Sciences, the Department of Biological and Environmental Science, the Department of Geosciences, Herbarium GB, and the Centre for Sea and Society. Moreover, the following organisations are also partners: Gothenburg Botanical Garden, Department of Technology Management and Economics, Chalmers University of Technology, Havets Hus, Maritime Museum and Aquarium, Nordens Ark, Gothenburg Natural History Museum, Universeum Science Centre, Västkuststiftelsen and Slottsskogens djurpark.

Job assignments
We are seeking a project coordinator to further the development of the Centre. The work includes, among other things, carrying out communication responsibilities for the centre, organising conferences and meetings, following up on project executions, compiling reports and newsletters, updating the homepage, and discussing strategic priorities. You will participate and contribute in the strategic development of goals, contents and follow-up of tasks.

You will work closely with the GGBC's steering board, leadership, and the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences' administrative staff. You will contribute to strengthen and improve relations within the GGBC and with external organisations (private and public) within the field.

Eligibility
Any person who holds a master's degree in the relevant subject area is qualified to be employed as a Project Coordinator. Relevant subject areas are environmental science, biology, sustainability, scientific communication or a related field. Master's degree must be ready before the final application date.

Qualifications
The required qualifications are:


• A master's degree in biology, environmental science, sustainability, science communication or related field
• Experience with project coordination for your own and / or other's projects
• Experience with professional web publishing and social media, including experience with Drupal (or similar) web editing software
• Experience in event planning, outreach activities and organizing scientific workshops and conferences
• Good organisation skills, ability to multi-task while working efficiently, and ability to plan with medium and long-term visions in mind
• Experience in translating shorter scientific texts (Swedish/English)
• Experience in compiling information and writing formal documents, for example annual reports, and reports related to strategy and future planning
• Experience in coordinating European-level projects and funding
• Very good communication skills are needed both in spoken and written English and Swedish
• The candidate must be independently driven, and also must work well in teams.
• Many of the tasks will be carried out with diverse groups of people, therefor a strong social competence is required. Personal qualities such as social, communication and collaborative skills are of great importance

Furthermore, the following qualifications are desirable:


• A broad knowledge of biodiversity research and issues surrounding biodiversity loss and management
• A general knowledge of sustainability initiatives and biodiversity-relevant organisations, both in Sweden and globally
• Familiarity with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs' Global Goals)
• Familiarity with other GU centres

Employment
This is a fixed-term employment for 5 months, 100%, starting as soon as possible or upon agreement.

For further information and how to apply
In order to apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system https://www.gu.se/english/about_the_university/job-opportunities/vacancies-details/?id=5854. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline. The selection of candidates is made on the basis of the qualifications registered in the application.


In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.