University instructor, Environmental and resource economics

21 hours ago


Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd Full time
University Instructor, Environmental and Resource Economics

The Department of Economics and Management at the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry invites applications for the position of a University instructor in Environmental and Resource Economics for a fixed-term period 1.5.2025-31.12.2028.

Tasks

  • Teach courses and participate in other teaching activities related to environmental and resource economics, with a particular focus on blue economy and the economics of managing aquatic systems, including coastal, marine and inland waters. The tasks include coordination of 'Economics and Governance of Marine Resources' course (AGERE-E014), participation in the planning and teaching in 'Economics of Aquatic Resources: Numerical Models' (AGERE-E06) and 'Energy Economics' courses (YET-214), and guest lectures in other selected courses.
  • Supervise bachelor's and master's theses.
  • Participate in other relevant teaching and networking activities including relevant degree program steering groups.

Requirements

  • Have a minimum of master's degree in environmental and resource economics or a related field granted before the beginning of employment. Research experience on relevant topics is considered an advantage for the position.
  • Proficient in English language. A good command of Finnish (or an interest in learning) is considered an advantage.
  • Motivated and capable of teaching and giving courses on environmental and resource economics and supervising academic theses (master and bachelor levels).

What We Offer

The starting salary of the university instructor will be based on level 5 of the requirement level (research and teaching staff) in the salary system of Finnish universities. The appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. The starting salary of the university instructor will be approximately 3500-3800 euros/month, depending on the appointee's qualifications and experience. A six-month trial period will be applied.

How to Apply

The application should include as one single PDF file:

  1. Your CV including a list of literature.
  2. Teaching portfolio.
  3. Your vision for developing teaching at the Department of Economics and Management.
  4. Cover letter explaining your motivation, interests, and how your methodological skills apply for this position.

External applicants, please submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the Apply Now button.

Applicants who have a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment contract, a grant researcher's contract or a visiting researcher's contract at the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application by using the Employee Login button.

The Closing Date for Applications is 24.3.2025 at 23:59 EET.

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