Postdoctoral Researcher in Geography of the Anthropocene - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

We are now looking for a

Postdoctoral Researcher in Geography of the Anthropocene
to join us in the Geography Research Unit at the Faculty of Science

The unit offers a progressive, stimulating, and international working environment. The unit has five key focus areas in education: Regional Development and Regional Policy, Geoinformatics, Physical Geography, Regional and Political Geography, and Tourism Geographies. See https://www.oulu.fi/geography/ for details.

About the job

The postdoctoral researcher position is part of the Geographies of the Anthropocene Research Programme in the area of Biodiverse Anthropocenes (https://www.oulu.fi/en/research/arctic-interactions-resilience-and-global-change/biodiverse-anthropocenes). Biodiverse Anthropocenes is a research programme of the University of Oulu supported by the Academy of Finland's PROFI6 funding (2021–2026). This innovative and transdisciplinary research initiative brings together scholars from across the social and natural sciences to collaboratively investigate the biodiversity loss currently threatening multi-species well-being and planetary sustainability and to generate future-oriented solutions both in the Arctic and around the planet.

The postdoctoral research position is opened to strengthen the cluster with a specific focus on tourism and human geography, biodiversity, rewilding, sustainability, regenerative turn, climate change, the Anthropocene, and links with the Geography Research Unit’s existing strong research profile in Tourism Geographies.

We are looking for talented and highly motivated research-oriented individuals interested in biodiversity, rewilding, socio-ecological resilience, climate change, and tourism and their connections with adaptation and mitigation in the Anthropocene. We specifically welcome applicants researching sustainability, planning and governance, resilience, and vulnerability and how these relate to global tourism mobilities and activities. A proved research background in mixed-methods research design and geographies of tourism is an advantage.

The research profile of the successful candidate should complement the focus of the Tourism Geographies Research Group (TGs) at the Unit and the Biodiverse Anthropocenes Programme’s areas. Research in the Tourism Geographies group focuses on sustainable development and tourism, regional and local development issues in tourism, politics and political ecologies of tourism, community-based natural resource management, nature-based tourism, arctic tourism, tourism, and climate change adaptation and resilience.

The postdoctoral researcher will conduct research work within a research team and disseminate research results in esteemed peer-reviewed international journals from the field as well as at international conferences during the period. Other duties include taking part in research projects, teaching undergraduate courses, and supervising theses. In addition, the candidate may be required to participate in administrative tasks of the university and/or the unit.

What we offer?

• The support of an experienced and enthusiastic team of people where you can share your expertise and grow as an expert.
• Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture and well-being. Read more about other staff benefits here.
• Development and career options of the big organization.
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, excellent education system, and competitive economy. Read more about living in Oulu.

Eligibility criteria

The successful candidate must possess:

• a doctoral degree in geography (or a related discipline), obtained within the past 10 years.
• a demonstrated experience in tourism and climate change, socio-ecological vulnerability, rewilding and regenerative tourism, community-based tourism, arctic tourism, and responsible tourism.
• fluency in both written and spoken English.
• particularly good communication and teamwork skills; a strong record of scientific publishing in the top journals of the research field.

Salary

The position is fixed-term for 2,5 year (30 months), with a start date no later than January 1, 2024.

The salary will be based on the levels 5-6 of the demand level chart for teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). Starting gross salary will be approx. 3600-4200 € per month (before taxes). A trial period of 6 months is applied in the position.

How to apply?

The application and required attachments should be submitted by 21.08.2023 (23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.

The application should be written in English and include the following:

1. A motivation statement (max 3 pages) summarizing the applicant’s professional experience and expertise and describing why the applicant is interested in this position. The statement should also include ideas relevant to the key research areas of the position. Information on career plans can also be included in the statement.
2. A curriculum vitae (max 4 pages) in accordance with the guidelines of the Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity: http://www.tenk.fi/en/template-researchers-curriculum-vitae
3. A publication list based on the guidelines of the Academy of Finland: https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/how-to-apply-for-funding/az-index-of-application-guidelines2/list-of-publications/
4. Certificates/Diplomas
5. The names and full contact information of two referees

The eligible applicants fitting best in the profile expected for the position will be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please contact

Professor Jarkko Saarinen
Geography Research Unit, University of Oulu
Tel. +358 (0)40 4840 777 e-mail. jarkko.saarinen@oulu.fi

Assistant Professor Alberto Amore
Geography Research Unit, University of Oulu
Tel. +358 (0)50 5777 657 e-mail. alberto.amore@oulu.fi