Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure Track, Information System Science
The Faculty of Information Technology is seeking to recruit an Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track) in Information System Science starting January, 1, 2026, or as soon as possible after that. The position of an assistant professor is for a fixed term of three to five years, and the position of an associate professor is for a fixed term of five years (according to the tenure track model at the university of Jyväskylä). After each fixed-term assignment, an evaluation procedure will be conducted to assess the employee's qualifications for promotion to the next level (associate/full professor).
The University of Jyväskylä is a strong, socially impactful international university and a significant research and education university in the field of information systems science in Finland. The information systems research at the University of Jyväskylä is highly esteemed and has excelled in international rankings. In 2024, it ranked 10th in Europe and 68th in the world. In 2024, 108 Bachelor's degrees and 114 Master's degrees were granted by the information systems programs.
Who we are looking for
The teaching and research in information systems science focus on digital transformation, use of IT and its impacts, human-IT relationship, information systems development, digital innovations and services, cybersecurity, as well as their management and governance. These areas intersect with other fields within the IT faculty, particularly software engineering, technology management, technical cybersecurity, and cognitive science, and other fields of sciences at the university, such as business studies, psychology, communication science, and social science. The candidate’s research and teaching activities can target any aforementioned IS areas. The career stage of the recruited candidate will determine the level of responsibility and the requirements of other tasks.
The position of Assistant/Associate Professor includes research and teaching activities and the training of doctoral students. The Assistant/Associate Professor will supervise undergraduate and graduate students, doctoral candidates, and postdoctoral researchers. Continuous development of teaching and participation in other development and administrative tasks are also part of the Assistant/Associate Professor's job description.
The recruited Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to take responsibility for research projects in their field and secure funding for their research group. The candidate is expected to support the strategy of the Faculty of Information Technology with high-quality scientific research and publication activities in collaboration with the faculty staff and stakeholders.
The Assistant/Associate Professor is required to have a relevant doctoral degree, excellent track record of international-level scientific research and publication activities, international networks, adequate teaching experience, and particularly at the associate level, track record on securing external research funding and on supervising different kinds of theses. These experiences will be assessed in relation to the level of the tenure track career model the candidate has applied. Please refer to our website for more details on the general requirements for the position of Assistant Professor.
Applicants must specify in their application whether they are applying for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor.
The duties and qualification requirements of an Assistant/Associate Professor are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. Candidates should have an excellent record of conducting and publishing scientific research, establishing international networks, acquiring external funding, and teaching. Please see the general requirements for appointing an assistant professor or associate professor (tenure track). The qualification requirements should be met before the closing time of this call. A trial period of six months will be used in the beginning of the employment.
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.
After signing the employment contract, a personal career plan is made for you. The career plan specifies the objectives, intermediate milestones and evaluation criteria of the tenure track period. Your personal career plan helps you clarify your goals, and you will receive regular feedback on your work in the initial and follow-up discussions. JYU's starting grant for new tenure track -professors enables a smooth start. The start-up funding is up to 60 000 euros. Applications will be assessed taking into account the need for start-up funding to ensure the effective launch of the research activity, which must be justified in the application, see more details on page. We will also support your progress through mentoring, training and other support activities needed. Career path progression is based on an overall assessment of a person's progress. If you are moving from abroad, we will support your move to Jyväskylä and Finland. With its location among the forests and lakes of Central Finland, Jyväskylä offers a safe environment to live and work. Finnish society offers many benefits to families with children, and as a researcher living in Jyväskylä you will be able to balance work and personal life.
Salaries are based on job demands and employees’ performance following the Finnish University Salary System. A holiday bonus is paid to all employees. The starting gross salary will be between 4100—4800 EUR/month at the assistant level and between 4700–5500 EUR/month at the associate level depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
How to apply?
Please make sure that your ORCID-profile (https://orcid.org) works: your publications are listed and public (Set visibility: Everyone). You cannot apply to this job without an ORCID profile.
The application documents that should be included in English and in PDF format:
- A Curriculum vitae, composed according to good scientific practice and considering the template for researcher´s curriculum vitae by The Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity.
- A short and free-form motivation/cover letter (max 2 pages), including your research interests, career goals and previous experience and merits in relation to the qualifications for this position.
- A numbered list of all scientific publications and other publications showing the applicant's ability and merits for the position using the guidelines of the Research Council of Finland.
- A maximum of five publications, which must be numbered according to the list of publications (as one PDF file) or a PDF file with public links to the 5 chosen publications.
- Research plan: a short written description (max 4 pages) of the applicant's research merits, leadership in research, and experience in obtaining research funding, as well as a research plan related to the position and a vision of how the applicant's current and future work will support the research and international collaboration at the University of Jyväskylä.
- A teaching portfolio prepared according to the guidelines, i.e., a written description of pedagogical training and teaching merits (Instructions on the JYU Work with us website).
- Evidence of societal interaction (max 2 pages).
Applicants are kindly asked to submit their applications using the online application form by August, 17, 2025. Applications sent via email are not considered.
For further information, please contact the Dean, Professor Pasi Tyrväinen (pasi.tyrvainen@jyu.fi, +358405408646), the head of the ISS Division, Professor Samuli Pekkola (samuli.j.pekkola@jyu.fi, +358405860791). For information regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Partner Elina Korhonen (elina.a.korhonen@jyu.fi, +358406605137).
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 as well as reviews by external experts. We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for this position.
A personal security clearance may be conducted on the selected candidate with their consent (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). More information about the security clearance process and the rights of the subject can be found here.
Faculty of Information Technology
At the University of Jyväskylä, everyone can find their place in the human-centered environment of 2,500 experts and 14,000 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and well-being for us all. It is essential that each member of the community thrives and has opportunities to develop and grow. We cherish openness of thinking as well as the balance between research and education. Our naturally beautiful campus is located at the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third-largest employer in Central Finland.
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Faculty of Information Technology – Building the Digital Future Together
Welcome to Finland’s largest and first Faculty of Information Technology – a place where technology meets humanity and ideas turn into innovation. Here, we build the digital future through research, education, and close collaboration.
Our faculty uniquely integrates perspectives from technology, information, business, and human behavior. Our multidisciplinary approach is at the heart of everything we do – from teaching to research. Long-term research and strong partnerships with companies and societal actors ensure that our impact reaches far beyond the campus.
Our research focuses on four key areas: computational science, software engineering, information systems science, and educational technology and cognitive science. Our educational offering includes traditional programs in natural sciences and business, and in recent years, we’ve expanded with new, career-oriented programs in engineering.
We are located on the beautiful Mattilanniemi campus by Lake Jyväsjärvi – surrounded by nature, yet close to the vibrant city center. This is where future experts and world-changing solutions are born.
Learn more about us on our website – especially our research activities and curricula. Join us in building the digital tomorrow!
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