Umeå University, Medicinska fakulteten

In 2013 Umeå University introduced a model for pedagogical qualification, this model was revised 2016-06-28. The aim of the model is to contribute to an ongoing improvement of quality by stimulating teachers to develop a great pedagogical competence and also stimulate departments to create an environment that is conducive to pedagogical development.

Pedagogical qualification is a two-step process. The application for appointment as an excellent teacher may only be submitted by teachers who have previously been appointed as a qualified teacher.

The application can be made twice a year. Deadline for the next application date is September 14,2018.

Qualified to apply are those who hold a position as a teacher at Umeå University and have:

at least 5 years of teaching experience at a higher education institution, corresponding to at least two years of full-time teaching, and have education/competence in higher education teaching beyond what is required for employment as a teacher at Umeå University. The eligibility must be confirmed by a statement from the Head of Department.

The application must consist of;

  • CV
  • a statement from the Head of Department regarding eligibility (see above)
  • for qualified teacher: main text of maximum 8 pages, reference list excluded (4 criteria) and a maximum of 12 appendices or
  • for excellent teacher: main text of maximum 8 pages, reference list excluded (3 criteria) and a maximum of 12 appendices

The application is made via the e-recruitment system.

Only complete applications will be sent for expert review.

On the pages in Aurora regarding Pedagogical qualification you can find the following information:

  • A description of the qualification model
  • Criteria for qualified and excellent teachers
  • Instructions for applicants
  • Instructions for external experts
Reference number AN 2.2.2-307-18
Contact
  • Birgitta Bernspång, 090-786 92 76
  • Per Lindström, 090-786 56 10
Published 20.Feb.2018
Last application date 14.Sep.2018 11:59 PM CEST

Return to job vacancies