24 Feb 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
University of Jyväskylä- Research Field
Economics » Administrative sciences
Computer science » Other
Economics » Other- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Finland- Application Deadline
3 Mar 2024 - 21:59 (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 Faculty of Information Technology is seeking in the field of Information Systems Science
Doctoral Researcher
Starting April 1, 2024 (or as agreed) until March 31, 2028
Tasks and qualifications
We are looking for a Doctoral Researcher to conduct qualitative and exploratory research on sustainable ICT services and systems. The focus is on their value-creation mechanisms in business ecosystems, especially on the service provision and acquisition. The doctoral research is expected to conduct research and complete courses for a doctoral degree in information systems science.
We expect you to have
-MSc degree in an applicable scientific field (information systems, software engineering, business administration, economics)
-experience in qualitative research methods (ground theory, case study, interviews, interpretive research methods) or information systems and related service acquisition/provision is preferable.
-good communication skills in English are needed, working knowledge in Finnish is a benefit.
-Interest in studying and completing a doctoral degree in the Faculty of Information Technology is required.
Having at least one publication in any field is considered an asset. The position is however suitable for a beginner doctoral researcher.
The duties, qualification requirements, and language skills of doctoral researchers are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations, the Rector's decision on personnel matters, and language skills guidelines. The MSc degree must have been completed before starting the position. The study right for a postgraduate degree required in the position is applied for from the Faculty of Information Technology after selection unless the applicant already has one.
Requirements for doctoral studies and general admission criteria . Please note, search instructions for doctoral studies don’t apply to Doctoral Researchers chosen for the employment relationship; Instructions to apply for study rights will be given to chosen persons separately.
What do we offer?
We offer a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities on campus, and several restaurants and cafés on campus with staff discounts. Finland provides one of the most advanced and comprehensive social security in the world. It includes for example sickness benefits, various family benefits, and a comprehensive healthcare system. Please read more about working at the University of Jyväskylä, the City of Jyväskylä, and living in Finland. See the University's International Staff Guide .
Salary
The salary of a doctoral researcher will be determined in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. A trial period of six months will be used at the beginning of the employment.
How to apply
The application should include:
1) Application letter (including descriptions of motivation to work on the research topic and of a tentative idea how the applicant would approach the topic and what would be his/her explicit interest there)
2) CV, which should be written according to good scientific practice and in accordance with the following CV template, as far as possible: Template for researcher's curriculum vitae | Finnish National Board on Research Integrity TENK
3) Certificate of completion of master’s studies and transcript of academic record
4) Contact information for two persons as references. For example, the thesis supervisors.
Further information:
For more information about the topic, please contact Professor Samuli Pekkola, [email protected] . For more information about the application process, please contact HR Partner Elina Korhonen, [email protected]
Upon the consent of the applicant, a background check can be made on the person to be appointed (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). For more information on the background check and the rights of the subject of the check, see: https://www.supo.fi/en
University follows the recommendations for the responsible evaluation of a researcher in Finland .
Faculty of Information Technology
At the University of Jyväskylä, everyone can find their place in the human-centered environment of 2,600 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and well-being 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.
You can get to know the beautiful campus areas of the University of Jyväskylä by watching this video: Kampuselämää Jyväskylän yliopistossa - University campus life at JYU - YouTube .
The Faculty of Information Technology at the University of Jyväskylä is the first and largest in its field in Finland. The mission of the faculty is to create a science-based digital future. In research, education, and stakeholder collaboration, the faculty combines comprehensively the viewpoints of technology, information, organizations, business, and people. Teaching is given both in Finnish and in English. Strong collaboration with companies and other actors in society is based on long-term research. The faculty’s research is organized through four areas of activity, which are computational science, engineering, information systems science, and learning and cognitive science. The faculty traditionally has degree programs in the natural sciences and business, in addition to which new degree programs in technology have been launched. Multidisciplinarity is concrete within our faculty, and the surrounding multidisciplinary university provides a fertile ground for various research openings and other collaborations.
The faculty is located on the scenic Mattilanniemi campus by the lake. You can find more information about the faculty’s activities on our website. Please take a special look at our research activities and curricula.
Location: Seminaarinkatu 15, Jyväskylä
Information for the applicant
The application form cannot be saved as 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.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Economics
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Computer science
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Economics
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
Additional Information
- Website for additional job details
https://academicpositions.com
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- University of Jyväskylä
- Country
- Finland
- City
- Jyväskylä
- Street
- Seminaarinkatu 15
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-jyvaskyla/2024/doctoral-research…
Contact
- City
Jyväskylä- Website
https://www.jyu.fi/en
STATUS: EXPIRED
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