Research Assistant at Ilisimatusarfik – Nuuk, Greenland

Summary

Ilisimatusarfik, Greenland's University, seeks a research assistant for its Department of Arctic Social Sciences and Economics. The role focuses on supporting the development and administration of education programmes, including communication, logistics coordination, grant applications and student events. Candidates must hold a relevant master’s degree and possess strong organisational, communication and coordination skills. Fluency in Greenlandic, Danish and English is advantageous but not required. The position is full‑time (with part‑time possible), based in Nuuk, and lasts three years with a three‑month probation period. Salary and employment conditions follow the collective agreement with the Government of Greenland, including relocation and travel allowances. Applications close on 7 October 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Arctic Social Sciences and Economics
Position Type	Research Assistant
Discipline	Social Sciences, Economics
Research Area	Education program development and administration, Arctic studies
Degree Required	Relevant master's degree
Experience	Experience with planning and coordinating logistics around travel
Funding	Salary
Contract Duration	3 years
Deadline	2026-10-07
Required Documents	Curriculum Vitae, Documentation for awarded academic degrees, Contact information for three persons who can provide a reference
Employer Contact	Rasmus Leander Nielsen, [email protected], (+299) 347326; Annemette Nyborg Lauritsen, [email protected], (+299) 347360

About the Project

The research assistant will contribute to the development and administration of the Department of Arctic Social Sciences and Economics' education programmes. Tasks include external and internal communication, planning and coordinating courses, exams and student events, supporting grant applications and external funding projects, managing room bookings, marketing the programmes, handling IT needs, and providing ad‑hoc support for teaching materials.

Key Responsibilities

• External and internal communication
• Planning and coordinating course activities, schedule and exam planning
• Developing pilot projects and applying for external funding
• Organising student events
• Coordinating with external instructors
• Booking rooms and facilities
• Preparing grant applications
• Marketing the education programmes
• Managing technology and IT tasks
• Ad‑hoc teaching preparation tasks such as printing materials

Required Skills

• Communication and coordination skills
• Written presentation ability
• Planning and coordinating travel logistics
• Knowledge of Greenlandic society (advantage)
• Trilingual ability in Greenlandic, Danish and English (advantage)

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a master’s degree, strong organisational and communication abilities, and an interest in supporting Arctic education programmes, regardless of their specific academic background, age or gender.

Benefits

• Salary and employment conditions per collective agreement
• Relocation and departure travel expenses covered
• Three‑month probation period
• Possibility of part‑time arrangement
• On‑site workplace in Nuuk
• No staff housing provided (housing rights retained if already employed by government)

About the Employer

Ilisimatusarfik, established in 1987, is Greenland's university offering 13 programmes at diploma and master’s level. It operates four institutes and a Joint Administration that handles study and personnel administration, board services and building operations. The university emphasizes Arctic research, knowledge creation and innovation in a rapidly developing region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The deadline for applications is 7 October 2026.

How long is the contract?

The employment period for the research assistant is three years.

Is a background in social sciences or economics required?

No, applicants from any educational background are welcome; only organisational skills are required.

Is staff housing provided?

No staff housing is provided, unless the applicant already has staff housing through government employment.

What documents must be submitted with the application?

Applicants must submit an application letter, a curriculum vitae, documentation of awarded academic degrees, and contact information for three references.