Associate / Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Mathematics

19 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Turku

Research Field

Mathematics » Applied mathematics
Mathematics » Computational mathematics
Mathematics » Number theory

Researcher Profile

Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Finland

Application Deadline

12 Apr 2024 - 13:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The University of Turku is a world-class multidisciplinary research university that offers challenging tasks and a unique vantage point into the Finnish and international world of science and education.

The Faculty of Science is looking for Associate Professor or Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Mathematics with discrete dynamic systems, especially symbolic dynamics and computation as their research area. The areas of strengh of the mathematics research at the department include number theory, discrete mathematics and theoretical computer science, and the vacancy strenghens internal profilation of the department to these research areas. We are searching for an active, top quality researcher in the specified area.

The vacancy is open at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics .

The employment begins on 1.1.2025 or upon agreement.

 

Job description

The Associate or Assistant Professor conducts and supervises scientific research, provides teaching based on it, supervises theses, follows the development of science, and participates in societal interaction and international cooperation in their field.

The Associate or Assistant Professor is expected to have and expand research collaboration at the highest international level, and to establish and maintain an independent and externally funded research projects. The appointee will contribute to transformative teaching in classroom and field courses, provide mentoring at all academic levels and participate in university administration tasks assigned to him/her.

Apply between 15 March 2024 and 12 April 2024 16:00 (Europe/Helsinki)

 

Who we are looking for

The candidate must fulfill the qualification requirements of the position in the University of Turku Rules of Procedure  (31 §). The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in mathematics. We are seeking a candidate with an extensive high-class research output in the specified research area. Broad teaching experience, merits in obtaining external funding and international collaboration are also appreciated. Proficiency in Finnish is not necessary, but it is considered a merit, as is willingness to learn the language.

The successful applicant may be appointed to a fixed-term associate / assistant professorship (tenure track) depending on his/ her previous academic merits in research, teaching, and academic leadership and societal interaction.

• For the position of Associate Professor, we emphasize a proven international track record of scientific research, teaching experience and societal interaction.
• For the position of Assistant Professor, we seek proactive researchers and teachers beyond their post doc phase yet still at their early academic career, and who already have a proven track record of scientific research.

The tenure track system of the University of Turku visit: the Guidelines for the tenure track system UTU.

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for our open positions.

Benefits

We offer you a responsible position with interesting and challenging tasks as well as the opportunity to further improve your professional skills in a diverse, exciting, and international high-tech operating environment. You will get a professional and inspiring work community and a mentor to support your work. Together we will draw up a plan for advancing on your career path. We take care of your well-being at work and the functionality of your everyday life, for example, through flexible working hours and our well-being services.

Salary and trial period

The salary is determined by the collective agreement system of Finnish universities for teaching and research personnel.  The salary shall be determined when drawing up the employment contract.

The position is subject to a six-month trial period.

How to apply

Applying Instructions for a professor or associate professor or assistant professor position (Tenure Track) and the Recruitment process

Please attach the attachments mentioned in the Instructions for Applying to your application.

Applications should be submitted through the online system no later than 12April 2024 at 16:00 (UTC+2).

Further information

For further information about the position, please contact the Head of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Professor Iiro Honkala . With questions about the application process, please contact the Head of Faculty Administration Merja Fehlig , Faculty of Science, University of Turku.

Please read more about University of Turku as an employee from our Come work with us!  pages.

The European Commission has awarded the University of Turku the right to use the HR Excellence in Research logo . The logo is a token of the University's commitment to continuous development of the position and working conditions of researchers according to the guidelines set forth in the European Charter for Researchers. 

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Department of Mathematics and Statistics

In the Department of Mathematics and Statistics the main research areas in mathematics and applied mathematics include discrete mathematics, theoretical computer science, number theory, analysis, optimization, mathematical modelling and insurance mathematics. The Center of Statistics is in charge of the research and consulting in statistics within the university. Its key research areas include latent variable models, methods for cohort and efficacy studies, and themes concerning macro and financial econometrics.

In the Faculty of Science , we seek the truth and develop solutions for sustainable future and intelligent society. Science Fiction becomes reality.

The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.

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Information for the applicant

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You have 6 hours to complete your application before the timeout.

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Requirements

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Turku

Country

Finland

City

Turku

Postal Code

FI-20014

Street

TURUN YLIOPISTO

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-turku/2024/associate-assistant-p…

Contact

City

Turku

Website

http://www.utu.fi/en/

Postal Code

FI-20014

STATUS: EXPIRED