The Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics is now looking for up to 15 students to work as amanuenses (teachers) in the so-called "Proppen". Proppen, or Propedeutic course in mathematics, is a refresher course in mathematics organized during the reception of the newly admitted students.
Proppen is an opportunity for new students to refresh their mathematical knowledge, while getting to know their new class.
Duties
As a tutor, you will prepare and lead calculation exercises, where you calculate through examples, and answer students' questions. The design and implementation of the calculation exercises is done together with the course coordinators from the Division of Mathematical Sciences.
Competence and experience
You should be a student at LTU and have good grades in the basic courses in mathematics for civil engineers (Math 1-3). You should have an interest in communicating and discussing mathematics. High grades and additional completed course credits in mathematics are meritorious. Experience of teaching or other leadership experience is also an advantage.
Terms and conditions
Employment as a lecturer is regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 5. Only those who have been admitted to first- or second-cycle education may be employed as a lecturer (HF Chapter 5 §10).
Hourly pay/remuneration
For all assignments, you will receive an hourly wage and valuable work experience for your CV. In addition to the hourly rate of SEK 171/hour, holiday pay is paid according to the Holiday Act.
Information
The position is half-time, weekdays, during the period 17-28 August 2026. It includes both teaching and preparation time. You will be paid hourly. In addition to hourly pay, vacation pay is paid according to the Vacation Act. Place of employment campus in Luleå (possibly a position on campus in Skellefteå).
For further information, please contact: Subject representative Peter Wall, 0920-492018, peter.wall@ltu.se
Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se
OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se
Application
You apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a personal letter as well as CV/resume and transcript from Ladok. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the diploma must be written in Swedish or English.
Date for application: May 4, 2026
Reference number: 2911-2026