University Teacher in Mathematics
Department of Mathematics and Statistics is seeking to recruit a University Teacher in Mathematics starting January 2nd 2026, or as soon as possible after that for five years. The fixed-term position is for initiating the mathematics teaching in a new bachelor’s program.
The University of Jyväskylä initiates a new education program in Bachelor's Degree Programme in Immersive Software Engineering and AI in the fall of 2026. We are recruiting a university teacher to participate in the planning and implementation of mathematics education regarding the new program.
A central strength of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics is analysis, which has long traditions with us. Many of our research groups focus on analysis on different topics such as inverse problems, analysis on metric spaces, geometric measure theory, partial differential equations, calculus of variations, and geometric analysis. Our statistics research is both theoretical and practical, developing new efficient estimation methods and skills to predict, suggest, and make conclusions from data more accurately. We are looking for a person to complement the expertise in our department.
The responsibilities of a university teacher include active participation in mathematics teaching and research. You will be responsible for the planning and delivering mathematics courses for the new international bachelor’s program in software engineering and AI. The courses are being developed in close collaboration with the Faculty of Information Technology.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher with preferably a doctoral degree. Knowledge and experience in the fields of software engineering and AI related mathematics and statistics are considered beneficial. You are expected to develop lecture materials and teaching methods. Experience in teaching and pedagogic competence is also considered beneficial.
The duties and qualification requirements of a University Teacher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. Good proficiency in English and the ability to teach in English are vital for this position as the language of instruction in the bachelor's program is English. The ability to teach also in Finnish will be considered an advantage. A trial period of six months will be used in the beginning of the employment.
Benefits
At the University of Jyväskylä, you are a recognized member of our community with a unique opportunity to influence international research. You get to participate in our international and multidisciplinary community where the welfare of each individual is important. At the University of Jyväskylä, we offer a great and lively campus area with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.
Finland has a high standard of living, with free schooling (also in English), affordable childcare, good family benefits, and healthcare. Jyväskylä is located in central Finland in the Finnish lakeland and has excellent opportunities for different nature, outdoor, and sports activities. The city of Jyväskylä is a major educational center and the city has a large student population. As such there is a vibrant cultural scene in the city. To find useful information about the University of Jyväskylä, the City of Jyväskylä and living in Finland, see the University's International Staff Guide.
The salary for a University Teacher is determined based on the task-specific demand level 5 of the university salary system for teaching and research staff. The salary range will be approximately 3600-4100 €/month (gross income), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
How to apply?
The application documents that should be included in English and in PDF format:
- A Curriculum vitae, composed according to good scientific practice and considering the template for researcher´s curriculum vitae by The Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity.
- A short and informal motivation/cover letter (max 2 pages), including your research interests, career goals and previous experience and merits in relation to the qualifications for this position.
- A teaching portfolio prepared according to the guidelines, i.e., a written description of pedagogical training and teaching merits (Instructions on the JYU Work with us website).
- A numbered list of all scientific publications and other publications showing the applicant's ability and merits for the position using the guidelines of the Research Council of Finland.
- A maximum of five publications, which must be numbered according to the list of publications (as one PDF file) or a PDF file with public links to the 5 chosen publications.
- A short description (max 3 pages + references) of the applicant’s academic research, scientific merits and research leadership merits, including a clarification on received external funding.
Applications should be submitted via the University of Jyväskylä online application form by November 17th 2025. Applications sent via email are not considered.
For further information, please contact Prof. Tapio Rajala, tapio.m.rajala@jyu.fi.
We offer good working conditions for researchers and promote the principles of HR Excellence in Research, HRS4R. The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) is based on the values of the European Charter for Researchers & The Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter & Code). JYU is committed to fairness, consistency and transparency in selection decisions, and undertakes the recommendations for the responsible evaluation of a researcher in Finland. JYU has signed the DORA Declaration. By signing the agreement, JYU is committed to complying with the CoARA principles.
Our application process is transparent, professional and international. We communicate openly with the applicants throughout the recruitment process. All appointment decisions are based on careful consideration within the faculty. We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for this position.
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Jyväskylä in central Finland is a world class research institution training mathematicians and statisticians for diverse jobs in industry, education, and academic research. The main research areas in the department are mathematical analysis and geometry, stochastics, inverse problems, and statistics with their applications. In mathematical analysis and geometry, the research is focused on geometric analysis, nonlinear partial differential equations, and geometry of metric groups. In stochastics the key research area is stochastic analysis. The research group in Inverse problems focuses its research on inverse problems in geometry and partial differential equations. These have applications e.g., in medical and industrial imaging. In statistics the areas of research are computational statistics, causal models, design, nonparametric and robust multivariate methods, biometry, and environmental statistics. The department is a member of the networks of the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Inverse Problems, of the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Randomness and Structures, and of the consortium: The Flagship of Advanced Mathematics for Sensing, Imaging and Modelling, FAME.
The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centered environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for all. JYU's naturally beautiful campus is located in the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.
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