Senior Lecturer in Organic Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry is seeking to recruit a candidate for the position of Senior Lecturer in Organic Chemistry, starting on August 1, 2025, or as agreed, on a permanent basis.
Duties and Requirements
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated senior lecturer in organic chemistry. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and supervising organic chemistry student laboratory experiments at all levels, delivering lectures in the field of organic chemistry, planning and developing organic chemistry student laboratory experiments and teaching materials, and supervising B.Sc. and M.Sc. thesis and when appropriate also PhD theses. The position also includes continuous development of teaching practices and participation in departmental duties. Laboratory work in organic chemistry focuses on organic synthesis and structural analysis of organic compounds in solution, solid state and gas phase, so the selected candidate is expected to have sufficient expertise in these areas.
In addition to the requirements for organic chemistry teaching, the senior lecturer is expected to carry out internationally high-level research in a field that aligns with the department's research profile. The research may be conducted either independently as a PI or as a member of an existing research group.
The applicant must have experience and a strong track record in teaching experimental organic chemistry. Pedagogical education and laboratory and/or other teaching work experience in organic chemistry are considered beneficial. Demonstrated experience in teaching development and the use of modern technology in teaching will also be considered beneficial.
The duties and qualification requirements of University Lecturer are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. Experimental organic chemistry teaching is conducted in Finnish at B.Sc. level, but also in English at M.Sc. level. Good proficiency in English and the ability to teach in English will be considered an advantage. The laboratory experiment instructions are in English for all levels.
What do we offer?
At the University of Jyväskylä you are a valued member of our academic community with a unique opportunity to influence international research. We offer an architecturally unique campus area, where you will become part of our international and multidisciplinary community where the welfare of each individual is important. 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 senior lecturer is determined based on the task-specific demand level 6–7 of the university salary system for teaching staff. The annual salary range will be 51,000 - 65,000 EUR (gross income, including a holiday bonus), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
A six-month trial period will apply at the start of the position.
How to Apply?
The application must be submitted by April 1, 2025, via the electronic application form and must include in English and in PDF form:
A CV (max. 4 pages), including the applicant's personal ORCID identifier (a document following the TENK template is recommended).
A motivation letter.
A numbered list of all scientific and other publications according to the guidelines of the Academy of Finland, with which the applicant wishes to demonstrate their qualifications and merits in research.
A maximum of four publications, which must be numbered according to the list of publications (as one PDF file) or a PDF file with links to the four chosen publications.
A short description (max. 2 page) how the applicant will participate to research that supports 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). Additionally, a short description (max. 2 pages) of the applicant's teaching philosophy and plans related to teaching for the position.
A short description (max. 1 page) of any other merits the applicant wishes to demonstrate for their suitability for the position.
Please note: The applicant's name must appear in the title of each attachment.
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.
For more information, please contact the Head of the Department of Chemistry, Professor Mika Pettersson, tel. +358 50 310 9969, mika.j.pettersson@jyu.fi, or the Head of organic chemistry, Professor Kari Rissanen, tel. +358 50 562 3721, kari.t.rissanen@jyu.fi.
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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