Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure Track, Information System Science

Karlstad University; Jyväskylä; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Jyväskylä invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor in information systems. The role combines research and teaching, supervising doctoral students, and contributing to the faculty's strategic goals.

Applicants should hold a relevant doctoral degree and have an international publication record. Salaries start at 4500–5100 EUR/month at the assistant level and 5200–5800 EUR/month at the associate level, with a holiday bonus.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in information systems or a closely related field, with evidence of strong research activity.
• International-level publication track record and teaching experience are required.
• Ability to supervise doctoral candidates and collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research in information systems and publish in top journals.
• Teach and supervise students at undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels.
• Lead and participate in funded research projects and contribute to the faculty strategy.

Skills

Research leadership

Teaching and supervision

Grant funding

International collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual who wants to become an elite, world-class researcher in the field of information systems.

In the University of Jyväskylä, the teaching and research in information systems focuses on digital transformation, use of IT and its impacts, human-IT relationship, information systems development, digital innovations and services, cybersecurity, as well as their management and governance. These areas intersect with other fields within the IT faculty, particularly software engineering, technology management, technical cybersecurity, IT resilience and cognitive science, and other fields of sciences at the university, such as business studies, psychology, communication science, and social science. Although the candidate’s research and teaching activities can target any aforementioned information systems areas, we are especially interested in candidates, whose activities fall into one or several of the following themes and approaches:

Theme 1: Organizational-level analysis of information systems

1. Platforms, ecosystems and generativity

2. Digital transformation and innovations in organizations

Theme 2: Information systems development

1. IS infrastructures, their planning and management

Theme 3: Data, its governance and value

2. Data infrastructures

3. The value of data, data network effects and data commercialization

Theme 4: AI, algorithms and new ways of working

1. Agency information systems, AI and new ways of working and organizing

2. Human-AI collaboration, human-AI relationships and delegation

3. Algorithmic management and control

The career stage of the recruited candidate will determine the level of responsibility and the requirements of other tasks.

The duties

The position of Assistant/Associate Professor includes research and teaching activities and the training of doctoral students. The Assistant/Associate Professor will supervise undergraduate and graduate students, doctoral candidates, and postdoctoral researchers. Continuous development of teaching and participation in other development and administrative tasks are also part of the Assistant/Associate Professor's job description.

The recruited Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to take responsibility for research projects in their field and secure funding for their research group. The candidate is expected to support the strategy of the Faculty of Information Technology with high-quality scientific research and publication activities in collaboration with the faculty staff and stakeholders.

The Assistant/Associate Professor is required to have a relevant doctoral degree, excellent track record of international-level scientific research and publication activities, international networks, adequate teaching experiences, and particularly at the Associate Professor level, track record on securing external research funding and on supervising theses. These experiences will be assessed in relation to the level of the tenure track career model the candidate has applied. Please refer to our website for more details on the general requirements for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor.

Applicants must specify in their application whether they are applying for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor and which theme(s) and approach(s) they see themselves best contributing.

Come to Jyväskylä, Finland, and join our vibrant and inspiring community!

At the University of Jyväskylä, you will be a valued member of our community with a unique opportunity to contribute to international research. You will become part of our international and multidisciplinary community that prioritizes the wellbeing of each individual. Our lively campus provides excellent opportunities for maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.

Finland, named the world’s happiest country for consecutive years since 2018, offers a high standard of living with free education (also in English), affordable childcare, generous family benefits, and comprehensive healthcare. Work-life balance is highly valued in Finland, and employees enjoy four to six weeks of annual holiday. Jyväskylä is located in central Finland, just three hours by train from the capital Helsinki. Part of the Finnish Lakeland, the city offers easy access to nature and a range of outdoor, sports and exercise activities. As a major centre of education with a large student population, it also features a vibrant cultural scene. For more information about the University of Jyväskylä, the city of Jyväskylä, and living in Finland, see the University’s International Staff Guide.

After signing the employment contract, a personal career plan is prepared for you. The career plan specifies the objectives, intermediate milestones and evaluation criteria of the tenure track period. Your personal career plan helps you clarify your goals, and you will receive regular feedback on your work in the initial and follow-up discussions. You have the opportunity to apply for the Rector’s start-up funding to support the initiation of your research. Application will be assessed and funding is granted on a discretionary basis, see more details on page. We will also support your progress through mentoring, training and other support activities. Progression along the career path is based on an overall assessment of a person’s development. If you are relocating from abroad, we will support your move to Jyväskylä and Finland.

Salaries are based on job demands and employees’ performance following the Finnish University Salary System. The starting gross salary will be between 4500—5100 EUR/month at the assistant level and between 5200–5800 EUR/month at the associate level depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. A holiday bonus is paid to all employees.

For further information, please contact the Head of the Information Systems Science Division, Professor Samuli Pekkola ([e-mail] , [phone]). For information regarding recruitment process, please contact HR Partner Elina Korhonen ([e-mail] , [phone]).

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 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.

Faculty of Information Technology

Welcome to Finland’s largest and first Faculty of Information Technology – a place where technology meets humanity and ideas turn into innovation. Here, we build the digital future through research, education, and close collaboration.

Our faculty uniquely integrates perspectives from technology, information, business, and human behavior. Our multidisciplinary approach is at the heart of everything we do – from teaching to research. Long-term research and strong partnerships with companies and societal actors ensure that our impact reaches far beyond the campus.

Our research focuses on four key areas: computational science, software engineering, information systems science, and educational technology and cognitive science. Our educational offering includes traditional programs in natural sciences and business, and in recent years, we’ve expanded with new, career-oriented programs in engineering.

We are located on the beautiful Mattilanniemi campus by Lake Jyväsjärvi – surrounded by nature, yet close to the vibrant city center. This is where future experts and world-changing solutions are born.

Learn more about us on our website – especially our research activities and curricula. Join us in building the digital tomorrow!

The University of Jyväskylä is a human‑centred environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 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.

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Job details

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2026-09-15 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)
2026-09-15 22:59 (CET)

Closing on: 2026-09-30 (Europe/Helsinki)

Closing on: 2026-08-20 (Europe/Helsinki)

Closing on: 2026-09-15 (Europe/Helsinki)

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