Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.
The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.
Umeå School of Architecture is hiring a Teaching Assistant for the spring semester of 2025. The position is part-time and temporary, starting in January. The application deadline is 20 November, 2024.
Job description
The position entails supporting a 3D-printing design project at UMA's BioForm Lab. This experimental project is part of research focused on using biobased waste to develop more sustainable building materials. As a teaching assistant, your responsibilities will include:
Sketching and drawing
3D model using Rhinoceros 3D and Grasshopper software
3D print prototypes with WASP 3D printer and Prusa 3D printer
Create illustrations and graphics with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Edit images with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
Create and edit short videos with Adobe Premiere
Other tasks and duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
To be eligible for the position you must be enrolled as an architecture student at Umeå School of Architecture, Umeå university and have completed at least 120 ECTS credits in the field.
You should have knowledge of architectural visual representation and modelling in both 2D and 3D, and preferably an interest in 3D printing technology. Previous experience with 3D printing is considered an advantage.
As a person, you are creative, solution-oriented, and goal-driven. You work well in a group setting, but you can also take own initiative and work independently.
Terms of Employment
The position will be 10 % of full-time for 6 months, starting on 15 January 2025, or as agreed. Working hours are flexible and will be agreed upon in with the research leader based on the student’s schedule.
Application
Applications are submitted via Umeå University's recruitment tool Varbi no later than 20 November 2024. The application should include.
Short CV (PDF file, maximum 1 page)
Portfolio with selection of visual work (PDF file, maximum 10 pages, and maximum file size 10 mb)
At the application stage, you will have the chance to answer questions about why you are applying for the advertised position and provide information about your skills and experience linked to the advertised position. The selection of applicants is made based on the applicant's competence, knowledge and merits.
More information
For more information, please contact Research leader Julio Diarte Almada, julio.diarte@umu.se or HR-coordinator Hanna Häggblom, hanna.haggblom@umu.se.
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