Postdoctoral Researcher in Management Accounting

Turku School of Economics, department of Accounting and Finance, opens a Postdoctoral position for 1. Jan 2025-31. Dec 2028. 

Employment starts on 1.1.2025 or as agreed.

The vacancy is in the field of management accounting, which is positioned in the Department of Accounting and Finance. Research and teaching in accounting and finance covers the areas of management accounting, financial accounting (including auditing) and finance. The Department of Accounting and Finance conducts high-quality research and belongs to the leading Finnish educators of Accounting and Finance.

Job description

The duties of the Postdoctoral Researcher comprise independent scientific research in the field of management accounting. The Postdoctoral Researcher participates in the planning and execution of research in co-operation with other team members, engages in regular departmental activities (such as the SIAR seminar) and takes part in administrative duties. The duties also include teaching and supervision of theses in the field of accounting and finance.

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Who we are looking for

Requirements 

The qualification requirements for the position of a Postdoctoral Researcher are stated in the Rules of Procedure of the University of Turku.

The person selected for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher shall have an appropriate doctoral degree (management accounting or accounting & finance). The doctoral degree must be completed by the end of the application period. By opening the position of Postdoctoral Researcher, we aim to promote the research career of persons who have recently completed their doctoral degree.

The successful candidate will be expected to have a proven track record of independent and high-quality scientific work in the field of management accounting. Successful applicants have strong research orientation and fluency in English.

Desirable qualifications

Priority will be given to applicants with experience in qualitative research using interpretive and/or critical research methodologies, those whose research interests aligns with the department’s focus areas, such as performance measurement and management, prosociality, and sustainability, or areas that complement existing research.

Candidates with strong methodological expertise, prior experience teaching methodology and management accounting courses, and a background in supervision are especially encouraged to apply.

We value equality and diversity in our working community and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our open positions.

Benefits

We offer you responsible and interesting tasks and the opportunity to develop your skills in a diverse environment. We take care of your well-being at work and your everyday life, including through our wellbeing services. Read more about us as an employer: Come work with us!

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Salary and trial period

The salary is determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel. For a Postdoctoral Researcher in the beginning of their career the salary is approximately 3700–4000 €/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 8 November 2024 (16:00) at latest. The link to the online application system is in the beginning of this Call for Application (”Apply for this position”).

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Further information

For further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Head of Department, Professor Luis Alvarez Esteban lhralv(at)utu.fi. or the responsible for the field of management accounting, Associate Professor Jan Pfister jaanpf(at)utu.fi.

For further questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Specialist Eveliina Jaakkola eveliina.jaakkola(at)utu.fi.

Department of Accounting and Finance

Department of Accounting and Finance specialises in three subjects: Accounting and Finance, Business Law and Quantitative Methods in Management.

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.

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