Assistant or Associate professor (Tenure Track), Economics

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Job summary

The Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics (JSBE) is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track) in Economics, starting 1 September 2027 or as soon as possible after. The position operates under a tenure track model where assistants are fixed-term for 3–5 years and associates for 5 years, with promotion evaluations at the end of each term.

Responsibilities include research, teaching, supervision, and development tasks in economics, with emphasis on high-quality

Responsibilities

• research, teaching, guidance and development tasks related to economics
• supervises bachelor's and master's theses and doctoral dissertations
• obtains external funding and engages in international networking

Job description

Assistant or Associate professor (Tenure Track), Economics

TheJyväskyläUniversity School of Business and Economics (JSBE) is seeking to recruit an Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track)inEconomics starting 1 September 2027, or as soon as possible after. According tothe tenure track model at the University of Jyväskylä , the position of an assistant professor is filled for a fixed term of three to five years, and the position of an associate professor for a fixed term of five years. At the end of each fixed-term assignment, an evaluation is conducted to assess the employee’s qualifications for promotion to the next level (associate professor / full professor).

The position of Assistant or Associate Professor strengthens the School of Busines and Economics, JSBE core areas of expertise in decision-making economics. In addition to the traditional micro and macroeconomic sciences, the field of economics is also responsible for the teaching of financial economics at JSBE.

Who should apply

The task of an Assistant /Associate Professor is to qualify as a Professor. The areas of responsibility are research, teaching, guidance and development tasks related to the discipline of economics.We expect the Assistant /Associate Professor to conduct internationally high-quality research in economics. We are looking for a person whose research field is linked to one or more of the Faculty's research focus areas (economics and economic competitiveness supporting decision-making, digital business and economy, and sustainable business and finance.

The teaching duties of an Assistant/Associate Professor include teaching, guidance and development tasks in the basic, subject and advanced courses of the field. Administrative tasks related to other academic obligations are also included in the duties of Assistant/Associate Professor. Assistant or Associate Professor supervises bachelor's and master's theses and doctoral dissertations and obtain external funding.

The eligibility requirements for the position are a suitable doctoral degree, strong evidence of scientific research, obtaining funding and international networking. In addition, we require strong evidence of teaching and supervising theses, obtaining competitive research funding, and international networking. We also value cooperation with business and/or public sector operators. English language skills are essential for the position. Finnish language skills are considered an advantage.

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 theUniversity's International Staff Guide .

After signing the employment contract, a personal career planis 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 theinitial and follow-updiscussions. 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 Jyväskyläand Finland.

Salaries are based on job demands and employees’ performance following the Finnish University Salary System.

• The starting gross salary will be between 4200—4800 EUR/month at the assistant level and between4800–5500EUR/month at the associate level depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
• A holiday bonus is paid to all employees.

To apply, your ORCID profile (https://orcid.org ) must be up to date and your publications must be visible to the public (Set visibility: Everyone).

The application documents that should be included in English and in PDF format:

• A short and free-form 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 numbered list of all scientific publications and other publications showing the applicant's ability and merits for the position using the guidelines of theResearch 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.
• Research plan: a short written description (max 4 pages) of the applicant's research merits, leadership in research, and experience in obtaining research funding, as well as a research plan related to the position and a vision of how the applicant's current and future work will support the research and international collaboration at the University of Jyväskylä.
• 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) .
• Evidence of societal interaction (max 2 pages).

We look forward to receiving your application in our recruitment system by 16 October 2026.

For further information, please contact Professor, Dean Vilma Luoma-aho. For more information about the recruitment process, please contact HR Partner Sanna Ratilainen: [e-mail].

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.

Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics (JSBE) conducts high-quality research and offers quality degree education and executive education in business and economics. JSBE mission supports Competitive, Digital, and Sustainable Transformation in Business and Economy. We offer our expertise widely to business, economy and society and contribute our knowledge to promote university-based entrepreneurship and innovation activities.

JSBE is accredited by AACSB and BGA. JSBE’s Avance Executive Education has AMBA accreditation. JSBE’s research is ranked among top 401-500 in Shanghai’s Academic Ranking of World Universities and250-300in Times Higher Education ranking.

JSBE is an active, international, and cooperative faculty in the dynamic and international University of Jyväskylä. The number of JSBE faculty is around 120, including about 25 professors. 1.500 students study at JSBE. Each year, around 200 students graduate as Masters of Science, and about 10 doctoral dissertations are publicly defended at JSBE.

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.

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.