Research Assistant Design To Hdk-Valand

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 58 000 students and 6800 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

The Artistic Faculty consists of the departments HDK-Valand – Academy of Art and Design and  Academy of Music and Drama. As a combined faculty of art and learning, we are an independent, visionary and critical force in the necessary work to create a more sustainable and open society.

HDK-Valand is currently seeking a Research Assistant to work with administration and communication within the Business Design Lab, the HEPAHESTUS research project, as well as with research project applications. The position is a fixed-term appointment for eight months.

For more information about HDK-Valand, please visit www.hdk-valand.gu.se.

Duties 

The position involves a combination of administrative tasks, communication, and research support.

Administrative duties include, among other tasks, transcribing interviews and supporting the development of activities within Business and Design.

Communication duties include, among other tasks, organising internal and external communications for the Business and Design Lab.

Research support duties include, among other tasks, conducting literature searches and collecting and analysing material for a newly initiated research project on visual evidence, digital infrastructure, and expert work.

The work will largely be carried out independently, with some support from research leaders. The position requires flexibility, as new tasks and priorities may arise.

Qualifications 

To be eligible for this position, you must have:

• An MA or MSc degree in Visual Studies, Fine Art, Organisation Studies, Sociology, International Relations, or a related field
• Experience with visual practices
• Experience in communication, preferably including social media
• Experience in academic reading and writing
• Proficiency in Swedish and excellent proficiency in English, both spoken and written

You are a relatively recent graduate with an interest in pursuing research within academia. You are keen to learn more about academic research and research collaboration.

You are well organised, work well with others, and are comfortable working independently. You are also able to adapt easily to changing circumstances.

Employment 

• Type of employment: Fixed-term employment (Section 5.1 of the Swedish Employment Protection Act) for a period of eight months.
• Extent: Full-time (100%).
• Location: HDK-Valand, Gothenburg.
• Start date: 1 November 2026, or as agreed. 

Contact information for the post 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact professor Elena Raviola, [email protected]   
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the HR function at HDK-Valand, [email protected]

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply-for-a-position#collective-agreement-and-union-representatives

For international applicants, please read the following information:

The position requires you to work on site at the Faculty of Fine, Applied and Performing Arts in Gothenburg on several occasions each working week. Remote work from abroad is not possible, as the University of Gothenburg is a Swedish government authority.

In Sweden, applicants for a work permit must meet certain maintenance requirements. To find out how these requirements may affect you as an international applicant, please read more about the maintenance requirements for work permits on the Swedish Migration Agency’s website or contact [email protected].

Application 

To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline. 

Applications must be received by: 28 October 2026

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

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.