POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER FOR FIXED-TERM 1.11.2024–31.12.2025

Turku School of Economics, department of Economics opens a position of Postdoctoral Researcher for fixed-term 1.11.2024-31.12.2025. The position is part-time (20%), starting on 1.11.2024 or based on mutual agreement. Initially, the contract will be offered for the end of 2025 with a possibility of an extension for an additional year.

The post of postdoctoral researcher is positioned at the Department of Economics. The Department of Economics conducts high-quality research in economics and belongs to the leading Finnish educators of economics at all degree levels. In the Turku School of Economics, the department is responsible for the research profile area Economic Policy and Markets.

Job description

The postdoctoral researcher works as part of the department’s regional and urban economics research group. The main tasks include scientific research, planning research projects, teaching basic courses, and supervising theses. Additionally, the postdoctoral researcher participates in preparing funding applications and collaborating with stakeholders, especially local municipalities.

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Who we are looking for

The qualification requirements for the position of a Doctoral Researcher are stated in the Rules of Procedure of the University of Turku. Person selected for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher shall have an appropriate doctoral degree (Economics) completed by the end of application deadline.

We require proven track record of independent high-quality scientific research related to Urban economics.

Successful applicants have strong research orientation and fluency in English. Previous research experience related to supported housing is considered an advantage for the applicant.

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.

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Salary

The salary is determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel. For a doctoral researcher, the salary (100%) will be in the beginning of the employment around 3600-4300 euros/month. The amount of the salary is defined when the employment contract is prepared and is influenced by previous experience and skills.

The position has a trial period of six (6) months.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted by through the online application system on 18.10.2024 (16:00) at latest. The link to the online application system is in the beginning of this Call for Application (”Apply for the job”).

The application should include:

CV following the guidelines of TENK, publication list, degree certificates, and motivation letter.

Further information

For further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Head of department, Professor Heikki Kauppi, heikki.kauppi(at)utu.fi. For practical matters concerning the application process and electronic application system, please contact HR Specialist Eveliina Jaakkola evanja(at)utu.fi

Department of Economics

The key priority of the Department of Economics is to conduct top-level research in economics and econometrics with applications concerning important societal problems, economic policy-making and the design of markets. The core research areas of the department consist of microeconomic theory and public choice, macroeconomic theory and business cycles, economic policy and public economics, econometrics and forecasting, and financial and housing markets.

Turku School of Economics is known for impactful research, inspiring learning experiences, future-oriented thinking, and versatile collaboration with stakeholders. As a recognition of excellence in business education and research, TSE has been rewarded international AACSB-accreditation, read more.

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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