Postdoc: Study of Religion & Suffering (Flexible Hours)

Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Helsinki invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Study of Religion within the MePhiS Centre of Excellence. The position is fixed-term for three years, starting January 2027 (or earlier/later as agreed), and focuses on Future, Futurelessness and Vernacular Responses to Suffering.

English is the working language and strong publication record is expected. The successful candidate will pursue research aims, author scholarly papers, collaborate with MePhiS

Qualifications

• PhD in humanities or social sciences and ability to conduct independent scholarly work with teaching skills.
• Excellent written and oral English; working language is English.
• International academic activities and high-quality peer-reviewed publications are valued.

Responsibilities

• pursuing the research aims described above in the context of the Study of Religion
• authoring scholarly publications independently and collaboratively on these topics
• collaborating with MePhiS members and contributing to teaching and administrative duties (5-10% of time)

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Doctoral degree in humanities or social sciences

Job description

The University of Helsinki invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Study of Religion within the MePhiS Centre of Excellence. The position is fixed-term for three years, starting January 2027 (or earlier/later as agreed), and focuses on Future, Futurelessness and Vernacular Responses to Suffering.

English is the working language and strong publication record is expected. The successful candidate will pursue research aims, author scholarly papers, collaborate with MePhiS