Associate Professor in Experimental Electrochemical Hydrogen Production and Storage
The Department of Chemistry at the Faculty of Mathematics and Science is seeking an Associate Professor (Tenure Track) in Experimental Electrochemical Hydrogen Production and Storage for research and teaching. The position begins on August 1st, 2025, or as soon as possible by mutual agreement.
This tenure track position offers you an opportunity to join our interdisciplinary research community, where cutting-edge research aligns with the goals of a sustainable future. The position is fixed-term for five years and jointly funded by the University of Jyväskylä and the CEFMOF Foundation. At the end of the five-year term, an evaluation will be conducted to assess the progress of the Associate Professor and the potential promotion to the next career stage (Full Professor) in accordance with the University of Jyväskylä’s tenure track policy.
Who we are looking for
Are you eager to drive the development of green hydrogen production methods and technologies and shape the future of sustainable energy? As an Associate Professor, you will have a unique opportunity to lead and develop innovative research projects focused on discovering new and cost-effective methods for producing and storing green hydrogen from diverse sources. You will play a key role in advancing sustainable energy solutions within an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment. Our faculty offers shared use of modern research facilities for chemistry and nanoscience, including synthesis, characterization, and analytical techniques. Additionally, you will have extensive opportunities for collaboration with experimental and computational research groups across the faculty.
Key responsibilities
Conduct cutting-edge international research on electrocatalytic hydrogen production and storage.
Develop and apply new electrochemical techniques for studying hydrogen production and storage.
Engage in national and international scientific collaboration and interdisciplinary research.
Partner with industry and research institutions to translate findings into practical applications.
Teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in sustainable energy solutions.
Publish research outcomes in high-impact scientific journals and present them at international conferences.
Secure external funding to support research initiatives.
Qualifications
PhD in Chemistry, material science, chemical engineering, or other similar field.
Proven experience in hydrogen production and storage techniques.
Strong expertise in electrochemistry and related analytical techniques, demonstrated through publications.
Ability to conduct independent research and secure external funding.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to teaching and mentoring students, with experience in teaching and mentoring in Chemistry, material science, chemical engineering, or other similar field.
The duties and qualification requirements for an Associate Professor are defined in the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. More detailed information on the general requirements for the position can be found on our website. The qualification requirements should be met before the closing time of this call. A six-month trial period will be applied at the beginning of the employment.
Career path and benefits
At the University of Jyväskylä, you are a valued community member with a unique opportunity to influence international research. You will be part of our international and multidisciplinary community, where the welfare of each individual is important. At the University of Jyväskylä, we offer a lively campus area with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.
For researchers selected for the tenure track career path, personal goals will be set at the beginning of employment. The supervisor and the researcher will actively monitor the progress towards goals throughout the tenure track period. Additionally, we support your career progress through mentoring, training, and other support activities needed, including start-up funding. Career progression is based on an overall assessment of a person's progress.
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 4700–5500 EUR/month at the associate level, depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
How to apply?
The following application documents should be submitted in English and PDF format:
A Curriculum vitae, composed according to good scientific practice and following, if possible, the template for the researcher´s curriculum vitae provided by The Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity.
A short, informal motivation/cover letter (max 2 pages), outlining your research interests, career goals, and previous experience and merits related to the qualifications for this position.
A numbered list of all scientific and other publications that demonstrate your ability and merits for the position following the Research Council of Finland guidelines.
A maximum of five publications numbered according to the list of publications. These should be submitted (as a single PDF file or a PDF file containing public links to the chosen publications.
Research plan: a brief description (max 4 pages) of your research merits, leadership in research, and experience in securing research funding, as well as a research plan related to the position. Include a vision of how the current and future work will support the research and international collaboration at the University of Jyväskylä.
A teaching portfolio: a description of your pedagogical training and teaching merits, prepared according to the guidelines.
Evidence of societal interaction describing the engagement with society (max 2 pages).
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team to advance the field of electrochemical hydrogen production and storage. Please submit your application by March 2, 2025, via the online form. Applications submitted by email will not be considered.
For further information, please contact the head of the department, Professor Mika Pettersson mika.j.pettersson@jyu.fi or the vice-head of the department, Professor Karoliina Honkala karoliina.honkala@jyu.fi.
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. You can learn more about the University of Jyväskylä's tenure track model and the opportunities we offer on our website.
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 and external expert reviews. We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants to apply for this position regardless of their background.
Department of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry is internationally renowned for its high-quality research and teaching. We offer comprehensive, research-based chemistry education that crosses traditional subject boundaries and fosters a strong sense of community. Our teaching is being modernized through careful, collaborative efforts. The department’s key research areas include functional molecules and materials, chemical nanoscience, circular economy, and chemistry education. The department provides access to up-to-date chemistry infrastructure, including NMR, mass spectrometry, X-ray crystallography, ICP analytics, and laser laboratories. Additionally, the Nanoscience Center offers high-quality infrastructure for nanofabrication and characterization. With a broad range of advanced tools, equipment and infrastructure, we support high-level international research collaborations and diverse teaching opportunities. We also have research groups that develop and apply density functional theory and other theoretical methods to understand and support experimental research related to hydrogen production and storage. Central to our approach is close cooperation within the department, faculty and with external partners, as demonstrated by the shared use of research facilities. We value in-depth fundamental research and the development of innovative applications built upon it. With a community of around 130 people, we have a significant proportion of international staff, enriching our work with diverse expertise and perspectives.
The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centered environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for all. JYU's naturally beautiful campus is located in the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.
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