At the Arctic Centre of the University of Lapland, fixed term position of Post-doctoral Researcher in the Arctic Freswater Food Systems: Influence of Warming Winters and Increased Snow Cover-project (FROST) is open

Arctic Centre is a national and international hub of information and centre of excellence that conducts multidisciplinary research in changes in the Arctic region. The institute is located in the Arktikum House, Rovaniemi, Finland with joined laboratory facilities in the campus of the Lapland University of Applied Sciences. The highly popular Arktikum is also home to the Science Centre of the Arctic Centre and the Provincial Museum of Lapland.

In the Arctic Centre, research is carried out especially in the entire Arctic region and Antarctica. Multidisciplinary research especially combines the perspectives of the natural sciences and social sciences.

Your tasks

Significant climate hazards include the rapid reduction in the length of time that Arctic lakes are covered by ice and changes in snow cover, both of which have a direct impact on northern communities and their environments. FROST is a consortium project funded by NORDFORSK (www.frost-lakes.com). The project brings together Indigenous and local knowledge, as well as the natural and social sciences, to understand how warmer winters are transforming Arctic lakes and related cultural practices. The project  at the Arctic Centre examines the influence of climate change on winter fishing and how it is  adapting to these changes. Emphasising holistic research, the integration of  traditional knowledge and the development of predictive models, the project represents a significant step forward in scientific understanding and community resilience in the Arctic.

Researchers with a background in anthropology, social ecology, ecology,  ethnology or biology, for example, are considered qualified for the position. The researcher will conduct and coordinate field work  in northern Finland, Sweden and Norway. The main tasks are to co-create knowledge with local fishers by using collaborative methods such as interviews and  participatory workshops. The results will be published in high-quality scientific journals and feedback will be provided to the communities.  This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop a scientific career while working and living in the northern environment of Rovaniemi.
 

We offer you

• comprehensive occupational health care
• flexible working hours and the possibility to work remotely to support a healthy work-life balance
• pleasant and modern workspaces and equipment
• exercise, culture and well-being benefits
• company bike benefit
• delicious and affordable lunches at staff restaurants
• support for further studies and self-developmen

We expect from you

• A PhD (Anthropology, Social ecology, Ecology, Ethnology, Biology or equivalent)
• Previous experience of studies on northern livelihoods and communities, and collaborative research methods
• Skills in scientific writing evidenced by  a track record of scientific publications
• Good collaborative and communication skills
• Willingness to work in northern locations
• Good  Finnish and English skills
• It would be advantageous for you to have a driver's licence

More information about the task

For more information about the position, contact University Researcher Minna Turunen, minna.turunen@ulapland.fi phone +358-40-539 1182

Workplace address: Pohjoisranta 4, 96200 ROVANIEMI
Duration of work: 1 March 2026-31 Marc 2029 (or as agreed)
Working hours: full-time
Trial period: 4 months
Salary: The university's salary system is based on the demand level of the task and personal performance. Post-doctoral researcher basic salary component is placed in teaching and research staff requirement levels 5 according to which the salary is €3293,89 per month  In addition, a salary component based on personal performance is paid, which is a maximum of 50% of the task-basic salary component. The starting salary is around €3824..

Please include in the application: 

• A motivation letter (max. 1 page).
• Curriculum vitae (max. 2 pages).
• A list of publications.
• A copy of the doctoral certificate.