Last Date: 31 January 2024.
two Postdoctoral Researchers in Corporate environmental management, for a fixed-term period of four years, one starting on 1 March 2024 or thereafter upon agreement and second 1 July 2024.
The Postdoctoral researchers work in the area of environmental management of companies. The main focus of corporate environmental management is on the study of the responsibility and sustainability of companies and other organisations, and especially their environmental responsibilities.
The Corporate Environmental Management research group covers a wide range of sustainability transitions, circular and bioeconomy of companies and organisations, sustainable business models and strategies, sustainability communication, sustainability agency, sustainable production and consumption, stakeholder relations and material flow management.
Qualifications we are looking for
The duties of postdoctoral researchers include research and publication activities, teaching, coordination and guidance tasks, and participation in applying for competitive external research funding. In addition, some teaching, coordination and supervision of theses are included.
The applicants’ research profile is expected to match JSBE’s focus area, Sustainable Business. Applicants are required to have a doctoral degree in the field of corporate environmental management or responsible business. Degrees from other disciplines will only be considered if the applicant’s research and possible teaching experience show clear indications (e.g. scientific publications or teaching in the field of corporate environmental management) of expertise in responsible business conduct and sustainability transitions of companies and organizations.
Previous teaching experience in the field of corporate environmental management and experience in obtaining external research funding related to the position are considered an advantage for the applicants. We value high-quality publishing ability, experience in international research groups and interest in teaching and supervising theses and research work. Evidence of multidisciplinary understanding and research on sustainability transitions in organizations is also considered an advantage for the applicants.
The duties, qualification requirements and language skills of a Postdoctoral Researcher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. Postdoctoral researchers are required to have a relevant doctoral degree, the ability for independent scholarly work and the teaching skills required for the position. According to Finnish law, a non-native university teaching and research staff member can be granted an exemption from the requirement of Finnish language proficiency. In this position, the Postdoctoral Researcher is expected to have excellent skills in English language.
The duties of Postdoctoral Researcher are expected to be carried out in Jyväskylä.
What does the University of Jyväskylä offer as an employer?
At the University of Jyväskylä, you are a recognized member of our community with a unique opportunity to influence international research. You get to participate in our international and multidisciplinary community where the wellbeing of each individual is important. At the University of Jyväskylä, we offer a great and lively campus area with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.
Salary is based on level 5-6 of the job requirement scheme for teaching and research staff in the salary system of Finnish universities. The starting salary will be between 3350-4400 EUR/month depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. A trial period of six months will be used at the beginning of employment.
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How to apply
Please attach following documents to the online application in English as PDF files:
- A motivation letter showing your match to the discipline and specific position call (free form)
- Curriculum vitae (CV) which is to be written in accordance with good scientific practice and the following CV template of TENK
- A numbered list of scientific publications (i.e., conference papers in proceedings, scientific journal articles, scientific book chapters, etc.)
- A research plan including funding plans (max 3 pages)
- A brief (1 page) written account of pedagogical training and teaching experience (teaching portfolio)
- Names and contact information of 1-3 referees
For further information, please contact Associate Professor, Head of the Discipline Tiina Onkila, [email protected], puh +358405767818
Apply between 9 January 2024 and 31 January 2024 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)
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