The new Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to support the faculty's strategy with high-quality scientific research and publication of quantum software and algorithms in collaboration with faculty staff and stakeholders. The career stage of the recruit will determine the level of responsibilities and requirements for other tasks.     

You are the person we are looking for if your research focuses on quantum software and algorithms and your work contributes to the research goals of the faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to become a key player in the national quantum ecosystem and to actively collaborate with other operators.   

In addition to research, the position of Assistant/Associate Professor includes teaching and doctoral training. The Assistant/Associate Professor supervises undergraduate students, Doctoral Researchers and Postdoctoral Researchers according to their career path. The Assistant/Associate Professor is also involved in the continuous development of teaching and other development and administrative tasks. The Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to contribute to research projects in their field and to acquire funding for the research team.     

The Assistant/Associate Professor is required to have an applicable doctoral degree, an excellent record of international scientific research and publications, international networking, teaching and, in particular at the Associate level, funding and thesis supervision. This will be assessed based on the level of the tenure track career model applied for. For more information on the general requirements for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor, please visit our website.  

Applicants should indicate in their application which position they are applying for.  

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. The qualification requirements should be met before the closing time of this call. A trial period of six months will be used at the beginning of employment.   

Career path and 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 here. 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.   

How to apply 

Please make sure that your ORCID-profile (https://orcid.org) works: your publications are listed and the publication list visibility is set to: Everyone. You can not apply for this position without an ORCID profile. 

The application documents that should be included in English and in PDF format:  

1. 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.  

2. Motivation letter (max 2 pages), including your research interests, career goals, previous experience, and merits in relation to the qualifications for this position.  

3. 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.  

4. 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.  

5. Research portfolio: 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.  

6. 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).  

7. Evidence of visibility, impact, interaction and activity with society, including collaboration with industry (max 2 pages).  

Applicants are kindly asked to submit their applications using the online application form by 6, April, 2025. Applications sent via email are not considered.  

For further information, please contact The Dean, Professor Pasi Tyrväinen (pasi.t.tyrvainen@jyu.fi, +358405408646) and Vice Dean of Research, Professor Heikki Karjaluoto. For information regarding 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.  

At the University of Jyväskylä, everyone can find their place in the human-centered environment of 2,600 experts and 14,500 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. 

You can get to know the beautiful campus areas of the University of Jyväskylä by watching this video: Kampuselämää Jyväskylän yliopistossa - University campus life at JYU - YouTube. 

The Faculty of Information Technology at the University of Jyväskylä is the first and largest in its field in Finland. The mission of the faculty is to create a science-based digital future. In research, education, and stakeholder collaboration, the faculty combines comprehensively the viewpoints of technology, information, organizations, business, and people.  Teaching is given both in Finnish and in English. Strong collaboration with companies and other actors in society is based on long-term research. The faculty’s research is organized through four areas of activity, which are computational science, software engineering, information systems science, and educational technology and cognitive science. The faculty traditionally has degree programs in the natural sciences and business, in addition to which new degree programs in technology have been launched. Multidisciplinarity is concrete within our faculty, and the surrounding multidisciplinary university provides a fertile ground for various research openings and other collaborations.

The faculty is located on the scenic Mattilanniemi campus by the lake. You can find more information about the faculty’s activities on our website. Please take a special look at our research activities and curricula.