1-4 Doctoral Researchers in Business and Economics, JSBE
Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics (JSBE) is currently seeking to recruit 1-4 Doctoral Researchers for a fixed term of a maximum of three years, starting on the 1st of August 2025 or as agreed. The fixed-term position is for completing doctoral studies.
JSBE doctoral school consists of two doctoral programmes: JSBE doctoral programme in business studies, and JSBE doctoral programme in economics. At the Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics (JSBE) it is possible to complete a doctoral degree in seven major disciplines: accounting, corporate communication, corporate environmental management, management and leadership, marketing, strategy and entrepreneurship, and economics.
Who we are looking for
The tasks of a Doctoral Researcher focus on research aiming at the completion of a doctoral thesis, doctoral studies, assisting teaching tasks, and other related tasks to these. The duties, qualification requirements, and the language skills of Doctoral Researchers are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines (Doctoral Students). A good command of English is required. A trial period of maximum six months will be used in the beginning of the employment.
The eligible candidate has, or is about to obtain, a suitable Master's degree. In addition, the Doctoral Researcher must have a permission for post-graduate studies at the University of Jyväskylä. If the applicant does not have permission for post-graduate studies, it must be applied with a separate application procedure from the JSBE after selection for the position.
Benefits
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 welfare 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.
Finland has a high standard of living, with free schooling (also in English), affordable childcare, good family benefits, and healthcare. Jyväskylä is located in central Finland in the Finnish lakeland and has excellent opportunities for different nature, outdoor, and sports activities. The city of Jyväskylä is a major educational center and the city has a large student population. As such there is a vibrant cultural scene in the city. To find useful information about the University of Jyväskylä, the City of Jyväskylä and living in Finland, see the University's International Staff Guide.
The salary for a Doctoral Researcher is determined based on the task-specific demand level 2–4 of the university salary system for teaching and research staff. The starting salary will be approximately 2400 €/month (gross income). With progress of thesis work, the salary will be revised in accordance with the Collective Agreement of Finnish Education Employers.
How to apply?
The application documents that should be included in English and in PDF format:
- A curriculum vitae, composed according to good scientific practice and, as far as possible, considering the template for researcher’s curriculum vitae by The Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity.
- A short informal motivation or cover letter (max 1 page).
- A research plan including doctoral study plan (max 5 pages).
- Degree certificate (highest degree).
- Letter of recommendation from your supervisor-in-charge. You can attach it to the online application or please ask your supervisor to send it directly to mika.t.t.skippari@jyu.fi before the application deadline.
Applicants are kindly asked to submit their applications using the online application form by June 4th, 2025. Applications sent via email are not considered.
For further information, please contact Senior Researcher Mika Skippari: mika.t.t.skippari@jyu.fi, tel. +358406674544.
We offer good working conditions for researchers and promote the principles of HR Excellence in Research, HRS4R. The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) is based on the values of the European Charter for Researchers & The Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter & Code). JYU is committed to fairness, consistency and transparency in selection decisions, and undertakes the recommendations for the responsible evaluation of a researcher in Finland. JYU has signed the DORA Declaration. By signing the agreement, JYU is committed to complying with the CoARA principles.
Our application process is transparent, professional and international. We communicate openly with the applicants throughout the recruitment process. All appointment decisions are based on careful consideration within the faculty. We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for this position.
Jyväskylän yliopisto
Jyväskylän yliopiston 2500 asiantuntijan ja 14 500 opiskelijan ihmisläheisestä yhteisöstä jokaisen on helppo löytää paikkansa. Meille on tärkeää, että yhteisömme jäsenet voivat hyvin ja heillä on mahdollisuudet kasvaa ja kehittyä. Kaunis puistokampuksemme sijaitsee Jyväskylän keskustassa. Yliopistona olemme savuton ja tuoksuton työpaikka, joka on Keski-Suomen kolmanneksi suurin työnantaja.
Hakulomaketta ei voi tallentaa luonnoksena. Työhakemuksen täyttämiseen on kuitenkin aikaa 6 tuntia ennen aikakatkaisua. Lähettämisen jälkeen voit palata muokkaamaan hakemusta sähköpostitse saamasi linkin kautta. Hakemusta voi muokata hakuajan päättymiseen asti.
