Instructor in Natural Sciences with a Focus on Physics/Chemistry

RE-ADVERTISEMENT Institute of Learning, Ilisimatusarfik/Greenland University is seeking a teacher for natural sciences, with a particular focus on physics/chemistry. Exciting position with teaching, development work, research, close contact with students, an engaged group of teachers, and a developing research environment - is this something for you?

The Institute for Learning is seeking a teacher in natural sciences and in physics/chemistry, possibly with other subject combinations, within the teacher education subjects. The working hours are 40 hours a week.

The position is to be filled as a teaching assistant or lecturer (master's background), or assistant professor or professor (Ph.D. background in science, physics/chemistry didactics).

The position is re-advertised and is available for appointment from August 1, 2026, or by further agreement.

The institute is responsible for teacher education, which is a bachelor's program, as well as courses and further education. There is a teaching staff of about 25 at the institute, and around 160 students.

The institute also includes the Greenland Research Center for Learning and Education.

• We can offer: A work environment in rapid development, where balance between independence and teamwork in tasks is sought.
• A vibrant teaching environment with engaged and motivated colleagues.
• An active research environment with plenty of professional and pedagogical development opportunities.
• An adjunct pedagogy program for new instructors, as well as time to work on the subject areas with a view to obtaining academic degrees.
• Job responsibilities: Provide instruction to teacher students as well as teachers in continuing education and further training.
• Ongoing development of teaching subjects and their subject didactics.
• Develop the teacher education in a digital context.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with other subject teams in the teacher education program.
• Participate in projects aimed at the development of teacher education and further education programs.
• Any research according to qualifications
• Qualifications: You have a relevant master's degree or Ph.D.
• You have teaching experience in the applied area.
• You have experience working with a general didactic and profession-oriented focus.
• You have insight into recent international research focusing on teacher education and primary school.
• You can use digital tools in your teaching.
• Knowledge of distance learning is an advantage.
• You can teach within the competence areas of the natural sciences.
• You have knowledge of the folk school and teacher education in one or more of the Nordic countries.
• You can create a connection between theory and practice in the work of professionalizing the practice-based foundation of teacher education.
• You have insight into recent professional and subject didactic research internationally, focusing on teacher education and the primary school sector.
• The application The application for employment as a teaching assistant must, in addition to the application letter itself, include the following:
• Appendix 1: Curriculum Vitae
• Appendix 2: Documentation for exams
• Appendix 3: Contact information for up to three people from whom a reference can be obtained
• Appendix 4: List of publications and/or research and dissemination activities as well as teaching activities
• Appendix 5: Any publications of a professional or communicative nature. The applicant may select a maximum of three publications that are particularly relevant for the assessment.

Assessment and hiring procedure for study lecturer and assistant professor position

The assessment of the applicants is conducted by an expert evaluation committee according to applicable rules. After the application deadline, the applicants will be informed about the composition of the evaluation committee. The committee processes the submitted applications and makes recommendations to the institute director.

The employment period at the level of assistant professor is 6 years with the possibility of a 2-year extension. After this, the employee can transition to a permanent position as associate professor following a positive assessment.

Employment as a study lecturer can take place on the condition of a positive lecturer assessment prior to employment or if the applicant has obtained a study lecturer assessment in the subject area elsewhere.

The employment period at the assistant professor level is usually for a period of 4 years with the possibility of a 2-year extension. After this, the employee may transition to a permanent position as an associate professor following a positive evaluation.

Employment as a lecturer may take place on the condition of a positive lecturer assessment prior to employment or if the applicant has obtained a lecturer assessment in the subject area elsewhere.

All received applications will be processed by a recruitment committee.

Applicants must clearly indicate whether they are applying for a position as assistant professor, associate professor, study assistant, or study lecturer.

Contact/information:

If you would like to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact Institute Director Britta Lohmann at tel. +299 347392 email: blo@uni.gl

If you want more information about Greenland's University, you can read more at www.uni.gl

About Ilisimatusarfik

Ilisimatusarfik, Greenland's University, was established in 1987 and currently offers 13 different programs, including options for part-time studies at both diploma and master's levels. Ilisimatusarfik is an Arctic university that creates knowledge and innovation in a rapidly developing region. The board is the university's highest management body. Daily management is handled by the rector and the university director. The four institutes are led by an institute head, who is advised by an institute council.

• Ilisimatusarfik consists of 4 institutes: Institute for Learning
• Institute of Society, Economics & Journalism
• Institute of Culture, Language & History
• Institute of Health & Nature

About the Joint Administration

The Shared Administration serves the entire university. It is led by the university director. The Shared Administration has departments in Ilimmarfik. The departments work closely with the academic units, but also collaborate with each other. The tasks of the Shared Administration are: student administration, personnel administration, servicing the board and the Academic Council, as well as other service functions for the university's staff and students. The Shared Administration is also responsible for the building operations of Ilimmarfik.

Salary and employment conditions

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to travel for joining and leaving and relocation of belongings, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement in force at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

For an applicant with the right documentable competencies, employment as a special consultant, chief consultant, or senior advisor can occur in accordance with the applicable collective agreement.

Housing

No housing is provided for the position. If an applicant already has housing through employment in the Self-Government, the right to the assigned housing is retained. The housing is linked to the employment relationship and must be vacated upon termination of the employment relationship.

3 months probation period

In this position, there is a 3-month probation period.

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