Research Group Lead, Emergency Care and Security

Saarijärven kaupunki, KESKUSHALLINTO; Turku; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Supportive research community

Job summary

Turku University of Applied Sciences seeks a Research Group Lead to steer and develop the new Emergency Care and Comprehensive Security Research Group. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on research development and impact planning within the Faculty of Health and Well-being.

The successful candidate will act as Chief Advisor and Senior Researcher, lead RDI activities, build national and international networks, and guide the start-up phase toward a sustainable, results-driven

Qualifications

• Strategic leadership experience in research, development and innovation (RDI).
• Ability to build national and international networks and to secure funding.
• Strong collaboration and project management skills.
• Excellent English language skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Emergency Care and Comprehensive Security Research Group.
• Plan, implement, evaluate and strengthen impact of RDI activities.
• Establish operations and strategic directions for the start-up phase.
• Represent the group in national and international forums.

Skills

Strategic leadership

RDI funding

International networks

English proficiency

Doctoral degree

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

Research Group Lead, Emergency Care and Security **Deadline for applications**20.9.2026 at 23:59Apply for jobAdd job to favourites We are seeking a leading specialist to steer and develop Turku University of Applied Sciences' new Emergency Care and Comprehensive Security Research Group.Become the lead of Turku University of Applied Sciences' new Emergency Care and Comprehensive Security Research Group to establish the group's operations and develop future expertise!You will serve as a Chief Advisor and Senior Researcher in emergency care and comprehensive security. You will lead and develop the new Emergency Care and Comprehensive Security Research Group, which operates within the Faculty of Health and Well-being at Turku UAS. You will be responsible for the planning, implementation, evaluation, and strengthening of the impact of the research, development and innovation (RDI) activities of the research group.WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?- We expect strategic expertise in research, development and innovation activities related to emergency care and comprehensive security, as well as in applying for RDI funding. - You have the ability to work in a goal-oriented and independent manner and to lead extensive development initiatives. - We expect national and international networks and the ability to build them. - We value broad experience in public authority operations. - The position requires a doctoral degree in a relevant field. - Good collaboration and interaction skills as well as excellent English language skills are required in the position.WHAT DO WE OFFER?We offer you a diverse and responsible role in a highly-skilled expert organization. In this role, you will have the opportunity to plan and develop emergency care and comprehensive security RDI activities in cooperation with other university staff, students, stakeholders, and other national and international actors.In our expert organization, you will receive versatile support for your work as well as a competent and collaborative work community around you. We have modern facilities on the Kupittaa campus in Turku, Southwest Finland. We also offer flexible working opportunities. The work is carried out in a hybrid format, and the position typically requires approximately 2-3 days of on-site presence per week on campus.Turku UAS has received the Most Inspiring Workplaces in Finland 2026 recognition. This reflects both the high level of commitment among staff and the long-term and participatory development of the organization's operations. The Most Inspiring Workplaces in Finland recognition is awarded annually to organizations participating in the Eezy Flow PeoplePower survey that have achieved exceptionally strong employee survey results.OTHER INFORMATION- In this position, the work must be carried out in Finland.- Your job title will be Chief Advisor.- The position is fixed-term (1 January 2027 - 31 December 2028) and is related to the start-up phase of a new research group. The aim is to establish the research group as a successful part of Turku UAS's research and development activities. The possibility of making the position permanent will be assessed later based on the achievement of targets and the development of operations.- The position is subject to a six-month probationary period.- We value diversity in our work community. We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds, for example people of different ages, genders, and members of different language, cultural, or minority groups.- We will carry out a background check on the selected applicant to ensure research security. The position requires that you are able to use any equipment and information systems that may be associated with the role from the perspective of their licence terms.Turku University of Applied Sciences, The Faculty of Health and well-being, Kupittaa campus, Turku