"RESEARCH COORDINATOR"

The University of Helsinki, Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences is seeking a RESEARCH COORDINATOR for a fixed contract at Lammi Biological Station from 1 Jan 2026 until 31 Dec 2028. The starting date can be negotiated.

Your primary task is to develop the research and teaching of the station. You are responsible for coordinating research, coordinating internship programmes, and participating in other activities at the station. You will be active in acquiring external funding, external communication, and stakeholder collaboration. The position may include supervisory tasks. You will work closely with the station manager Janne Sundell.

About you
You are the expert we are looking for if you work with a development- and service-oriented mindset, are comfortable in organizing daily activities, and have excellent skills in collaboration and communications. You are flexible and eager to work with people from different backgrounds.

REQUIREMENTS
An appointee to the position must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., ecology, environmental research), academic coordinating experience, and demonstrated success in obtaining external funding. When considering the applicant’s qualifications, attention will be given to experience in fieldwork, scientific publications, other research results of scientific value, teaching and supervisory experience. Furthermore, the applicant’s activity in the scientific community and societal interaction, international research experience, positions in Finnish and/or international organizations, and fluent Finnish and English language skills will also be taken into account.

WHAT WE OFFER
Lammi Biological Station is one of the biggest research stations in Finland with year-round activities. It is a place for diverse research, teaching, seminars, and meetings with approximately 20 employees and tens of visiting scientists. We offer an interesting opportunity to work in a diverse research environment. Your work will be supported by the research and teaching staff of the station and the faculty, as well as the administrative and technical staff. The salary will be based on the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal work performance. The gross salary is between 3600–4200 €/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. Furthermore, the University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and opportunities for professional development.

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are requested to enclose with their applications a single PDF file that includes the following documents in English: 1. Cover letter, 2. CV, 3. Ideas for developing research and teaching (max. 2 pages). For more detailed instructions, please see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-of-biological-and-environmental-sciences/faculty/join-us. Applications with the above attachments must be submitted in a single PDF file, which is named: Research coordinator lastname_firstname. Applications must be submitted through the University’s electronic recruitment system. The deadline for applications is 31 Oct 2025. Further information can be obtained from the manager of Lammi Biological Station Janne Sundell at janne.sundell@helsinki.fi, +358504151723, or from director Jouni Heiskanen at jouni.heiskanen@helsinki.fi, +358504381808. Further information on the recruitment process may be obtained from HR Specialist Harri Hamara at harri.hamara@helsinki.fi. In case you need support with the recruitment system, please contact recruitment@helsinki.fi.