Postdoctoral Researcher, Faculty of Law

The Faculty of Law, University of Turku invites applications for 1–2 positions of Fixed-Term Postdoctoral Researchers in Law for the period of 1 August 2025–31 July 2028.

Job description

The main responsibility of a Postdoctoral Researcher is to conduct independent scientific research. In addition, a Postdoctoral Researcher’s responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate level teaching, educational planning and other duties related to teaching. Postdoctoral Researcher participates in research fund-raising and the implementation of research projects.

The purpose of the positions of Postdoctoral Researcher in Law is to build the competence of fresh Doctors of Law, or Doctors who hold a doctorate within another relevant field, as professional researcher. Person selected for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher shall have an appropriate doctoral degree, successfully completed by the end of the application period, but no more than five (5) years having passed since the completion of the degree. While counting the five-year period, maternity/paternal leaves and military service will not be taken into account.

The positions are not bound to subjects or subject groups. This application round covers all branches of law.

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Who we are looking for

A person selected for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher is required to have a doctoral degree, the ability for independent scientific research and the teaching competence necessary for the task. The qualification requirements of the position are described in the rules of procedure of the University of Turku (section 37).

In the selection of Postdoctoral Researcher the personal research plan is taken into account. It may be personal or a plan of a wider research project of the applicant. The recruitment emphasizes the association of the research plan and applicant's research with the research conducted in the Faculty, his or her ability to support and strengthen it, his or her ability to establish novel and developable research areas as well as produce high-quality peer-reviewed publications. Additionally, emphasis is placed on the network brought along by the applicant, research funding, internationality as well as the societal impact of the research. The educational needs of the Faculty will be taken into account in the selection.

Participation in the TIAS application process and other active efforts to secure postdoctoral funding are considered advantageous for the applicant. Information gathered from expert evaluations of TIAS applicants may also be utilised in the assessment of applicants.
Deadline for the applications for TIAS positions is 8.1.2025 at 16.00 (Europe/Helsinki), link to the call for applications.

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for our open positions.

Benefits

We offer you responsible and interesting tasks and the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a versatile operating environment. You get a professional and inspiring team to support your work. We take care of your well-being at work and the functionality of your everyday life, e.g. with the help of flexible working hours and our well-being services.

Please read more about University of Turku as an employee from our Come work with us! pages.

The European Commission has awarded the University of Turku the right to use the HR Excellence in Research logo. The logo is a token of the University's commitment to continuous development of the position and working conditions of researchers according to the guidelines set forth in the European Charter for Researchers. 

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Salary and trial period

The salary is determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel and will depend on the degree and qualifications of the applicant. The salary is 3500-3600 euros/month on average depending on competence and experience.

The post is subject to a six (6) months trial period.

How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 10.1.2025 at 16.00 (Europe/Helsinki).

The recruitment process may take longer than normal, as expert assessments from the TIAS application can also be used in the evaluation of applicants.

Applicants should enclose with their application (in accordance with the TIAS application, more information: https://www.utu.fi/en/research/research-collegia/tias/vacancies/instructions-for-applicants):

  1. Research plan abstract (1 page; max 2 500 characters, without spaces)
  2. Research plan (maximum 25 000 characters, without spaces)
  3. Curriculum vitae (maximum 2 pages)
  4. List of publications (maximum 2 pages; please indicate the five most important)
  5. Letter of Motivation (maximum 2 pages)
  6. Copy of doctoral certificate (if unavailable please supply a copy of official confirmation that the PhD has been passed)

Further information

For further information about the position, please contact Dean Janne Salminen, jajasa(a)utu.fi. For practical matters concerning the application process and electronic application system, please contact Head of Faculty Administration Noora Kedonperä, nokake(a)utu.fi.

Faculty of Law

The Faculty of Law is a modern research and educational community. It is an encouraging and innovative academic community in which the interaction between students, teachers, researchers and administrative staff is easy and uncomplicated. The production of the new research information and the training of the new experts are core tasks of the Faculty.

The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.

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