Research Funding Advisor
Research and Innovation Services at the University of Jyväskylä is seeking to recruit a
Research Funding Advisor for a fixed-term period of 5.5.2025 - 31.8.2027
At the University of Jyväskylä, our excellence in research rests on a strong ethical basis, extensive methodological expertise, the ability to utilize networks, and significant scientific and societal impact. High-quality research services and research infrastructure support the implementation of national and international research projects and new innovative initiatives in multidisciplinary research. We promote responsible science practices and open science.
The open position is in Research and Innovation Services (RIS). RIS assists researchers in applying for external funding, supports the utilisation and commercialisation of research results, and develops the conditions for the University's research activities.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a service-oriented expert with experience working in a higher education institution or research organisation and applying for external research funding.
As a Research Funding Advisor, you assist researchers in securing research and innovation funding primarily in Research Council of Finland (RCF) calls, but also with other national and international funding opportunities. Your responsibilities include identifying funding sources and relevant networks, interpreting funders’ terms and conditions for researchers, and building consortiums. You review, comment on, and contribute to writing (grant writing). You follow funding opportunities and communicate and train researchers on them.
You are proactive, self-motivated and cooperative. You have strong analytical skills and the ability to see the big picture. You excel at finding valuable information for researchers and integrating data from various sources. You are a good team player, but you also work independently and lead your own tasks thoughtfully.
Research funding advisor is required to have
experience in supporting RCF funding applications
master’s degree
excellent oral and written skills in English and good command in Finnish
communication, cooperation and interaction skills
The following will be considered an advantage
experience in research work
experience in working at the university
knowledge of national and international funding organisations
trainer skills
Benefits
We offer an interesting assignment where you will work alongside researchers from different disciplines in the international academic community. You will be part of an inspiring and development-oriented work community, supported by an extensive network of experts. Our diverse staff training offers you the opportunity for continuous development of your own competence.
We take care of your well-being by providing you with good occupational health services and sports services and benefits. You can spend two hours of your working time per week exercising. Flexible working hours and the possibility of partial remote work support the balance between work and leisure.
The salary for a Research Funding Advisor is determined based on the task-specific demand level 9 of the university salary system for other expert and support service staff. The salary range will be approximately 3500-4100 €/month (gross income), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. A trial period of six months will be used in the beginning of the employment.
How to apply?
The application documents that should be included in PDF format:
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Motivation letter
For further information, please contact Director of Research Services Leena Sivula, leena.sivula@jyu.fi.
Applicants are kindly asked to submit their applications using the online application form by 6th April 2025. Applications sent via emails are not considered.
Our application process is transparent, professional and international. We communicate openly with the applicants throughout the recruitment process. We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for this position.
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.
Research and Innovation Services
The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centred environment of 2,800 experts and 14,000 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for us all. It is essential that each member of the community thrives and has opportunities to develop and grow. We cherish openness of thinking as well as the balance between research and education. Our naturally beautiful campus is located at the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.
Information for the applicant
The application form cannot be saved as a draft. However, after submitting you can return to edit your application via the link you receive by email. The application can be edited until the application deadline.
You have 6 hours to complete your application before the timeout.
