Director, Interdisciplinary Humanities & Social Sciences

Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies, an independent institute of the University of Helsinki, seeks a Director to lead a multidisciplinary, international research environment and strengthen collaborations across campuses.

The appointee will hold a doctoral degree and have a proven record in research management, fundraising, and strategic leadership, for a five-year fixed-term starting 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience in interdisciplinary work, research management and funding acquisition.
• Evidence of success in leadership roles and organisational development.
• Strong collaboration and negotiation skills; international perspective.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies as a multidisciplinary, international hub.
• Foster active collaborations with faculties across all campuses and with the University leadership.
• Provide long-term strategic planning for research and internationalisation, and manage a financially accountable unit.

Skills

Interdisciplinary leadership

Research management

Grant acquisition

Strategic planning

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

The Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies, an independent institute of the University of Helsinki, seeks a Director to lead a multidisciplinary, international research environment and strengthen collaborations across campuses.

The appointee will hold a doctoral degree and have a proven record in research management, fundraising, and strategic leadership, for a five-year fixed-term starting 2027.