Vacancies are open to all qualified candidates. The paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. WMU seeks to increase the number of women at senior levels and, therefore, qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply. WMU also values geographical diversity and due regard will be given to diversity considerations in the recruitment process. Every effort will be made to facilitate the employment of persons with disabilities and reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
Library Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Organizational setting
The World Maritime University (WMU) is a postgraduate and research university established in 1983 by the International Maritime Organization, the maritime agency of the United Nations. WMU offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Professional Development Courses (PDCs) with the highest standards in maritime and oceans education and training. WMU also has a highly respected research programme supported by specialized research groups across the maritime and ocean fields. The Library Assistant position is located in the University Library at WMU's headquarters in Malmo, Sweden.
Application
Applicants must fill in the Personal History form, which can be found at https://www.wmu.se/docs/personal-history-form, and should send a letter of interest, a fully updated CV,and the contact information of three referees to Ms. Gina Tolnai, Human Resources Manager (hr@wmu.se).
This position is only open to persons legally authorized to live and work in Sweden. The selected candidate will be locally recruited. The employment contract offered is in accordance with the United Nations International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) standards for General Service staff in Sweden. The Salary is exempt from Swedish taxation. Candidates will be contacted if they are short-listed.
Research Associate (or Research Assistant), for Safe Operation of MASS
Organizational setting
The World Maritime University (WMU) is a postgraduate and research university established in 1983 by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized agency of the United Nations. WMU offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Professional Development Courses (PDCs) with the highest standards in maritime and ocean education and training. WMU also has a highly respected research programme supported by specialized research groups across the maritime and ocean fields.
This position falls within the Research Unit at WMU’s headquarters in Malmö, Sweden.
Application
The position offers a monthly stipend of 17,000-23,000 to Research Assistants (without PhD), and 34,000-42000 to Research Associates (with PhD),23,000 - 34,000 SEK, which is free of income tax in Sweden. Applicants must fill in the application form, which can be found at https://www.wmu.se/docs/personal-history-form. Should send a letter of interest, a complete CV, and the contact information of two referees to Ms. Gina Tolnai, Human Resources Manager (hr@wmu.se).
Deadline for Applications: 25th February 2026