[Job-offers-cs] University Instructor in Mathematics (University of Helsinki)

[Pekka Orponen]

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Science, 
University of Helsinki, invites applications for the position of

*UNIVERSITY INSTRUCTOR IN MATHEMATICS*

for a permanent appointment starting between February-April 2026.  The 
employment includes a six-month trial period.

The instructor will be attached to *the Liberal Arts and Sciences 
Bachelor’s Programme 
<https://www.helsinki.fi/en/degree-programmes/liberal-arts-and-sciences-bachelors-programme>* 
currently under preparation at the University and launching in Fall 
semester 2026. This programme, led by the Faculty of Arts, joins 
together the faculties of Arts, Social Sciences, Science, Agriculture 
and Forestry, and Biological and Environmental Sciences at the 
University of Helsinki for its first broadly interdisciplinary 
international bachelor’s degree.

The recruit will have the *unique opportunity to take part in designing 
and delivering a programme first of its kind at the University and in 
Finland*. The pedagogical guideline for the programme is that through 
being exposed to, and needing to integrate diverse disciplinary 
outlooks, students will learn (alongside disciplinary skills) broadly 
useful meta-skills of interdisciplinary contextualisation, analysis, 
problem-solving and critical thinking.

The recruit will be responsible for *planning and teaching bachelor 
level introductory courses in mathematics and statistics*. The language 
of the teaching is English. The courses will primarily be those included 
in the Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) programme but they also include 
suitable courses offered or shared with other Bachelor’s programmes in 
which the Department of Mathematics and Statistics participates, such as 
the interdisciplinary Bachelor`s Programme in Science offered in 
English.  In addition to the abovementioned courses, other 
responsibilities involve bachelor thesis supervision and student 
mentoring, as well as coordinating activities with other faculties and 
study programmes involved with the LAS programme.

The abovementioned courses will include both on-site and remote teaching 
implementations, as determined by the study programme offering the 
course.  Additionally, the role involves administrative duties related 
to these tasks. This is a teaching position without expectation of, or 
time reserved for, scientific research.

*Requirements for the position and assessment of qualifications*

The appointee to the position of university instructor shall hold a 
Master´s degree in mathematics or mathematical statistics, or a similar 
applicable degree. An applicable doctoral degree is considered to be an 
asset. In addition, the University Instructor is expected to have 
teaching experience and good teaching skills (assessed according to the 
guidelines of the Faculty of Science, please see 
https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-science/faculty/assessment-teaching-skills) 
<https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-science/faculty/assessment-teaching-skills>. 
When assessing the applicants, pedagogical training and the ability to 
produce learning material and provide diverse teaching is particularly 
appreciated.

The appointee for this position must possess a high level of proficiency 
in English. While proficiency in Finnish and Swedish is not mandatory, 
it is considered a benefit, and we encourage all members of the 
university community to commit to enhancing their skills in these 
languages. The university provides support, including a structured 
language learning path, for those interested in improving their 
proficiency in Finnish and Swedish. Strong collaboration and 
interpersonal skills are considered advantageous for applicants.

*What we offer*

The University of Helsinki offers a first-class teaching and research 
environment as well as a vibrant international working community 
(https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki). A 
diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is 
why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. Click 
this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our university. 
<https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/sustainability-and-responsibility/sustainable-and-equal-campus/accessibility>

The salary for the position will be based on level 5 of the job 
requirement scheme for teaching and research staff in the salary system 
of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a 
salary component based on personal performance. The appointee’s gross 
annual salary will range from €48,000 to €54,000, depending on their 
previous experience and qualifications.

The University of Helsinki provides its staff with occupational health 
and fitness services as well as professional development opportunities 
(https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki/staff-benefits). 
We support the compatibility of work and family life, e.g., providing an 
opportunity for 6 weeks of paid annual leave. International staff are 
supported in relocating to Finland 
(https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/welcome-finland-information-arriving-staff).

Finland is a member of the European Union, has high quality free 
schooling (also in English) and generous family benefits and healthcare. 
The Helsinki region feature leading research and innovation facilities, 
clean environment, affordable accommodation, and excellent 
international, national, and local transport connections. For more 
information, check living in Finland 
<https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki/why-finland>.

*Application instructions*

The University of Helsinki is committed to promoting equality and 
preventing discrimination in all its operations. We welcome applicants 
from a variety of gender identities, linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Applications must be accompanied by *a single PDF file* containing the 
following documents:

  * A cover letter describing your suitability for the position and
    motivation to apply for it (max. 2 pages).  In particular, specify
    how your previous achievements and experience support the teaching
    of introductory courses in mathematics and statistics.
  * A curriculum vitae, including also your teaching and supervision
    experience (max. 3 pages).

Other attachments, such as letters of recommendation or certificates, 
are not required at this point.

Candidates from outside the University must apply through the 
University’s recruitment system by clicking on ‘Apply now‘.

Candidates with a helsinki.fi user account and a valid employment 
contract or a contract for grant-funded researchers, visiting 
researchers or visiting professors at the University of Helsinki must 
apply by clicking on ‘Employee login‘.

The closing date for applications is *December 15th, 2025 (at 23:59 UTC 
+ 2)*.

Further information about the position is available from Professor Jani 
Lukkarinen, (jani.lukkarinen(at)helsinki.fi), and about the recruitment 
process, from HR Specialist Jussi Hartikainen, 
(jussi.a.hartikainen(at)helsinki.fi).

***

The University of Helsinki <https://www.helsinki.fi/en>, founded in 
1640, is one of the world’s leading universities for multidisciplinary 
research. The university has an international academic community of 
40,000 students and staff members. It operates on four campuses in 
Helsinki and at 15 other locations.

As part of the Faculty of Science, the Department of Mathematics and 
Statistics 
<https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-science/faculty/mathematics-and-statistics> 
of the University of Helsinki is the biggest university department of 
mathematical sciences in Finland. The department hosts several current 
ERC grants of the European Research Council and two Centres of 
Excellence of the Research Council of Finland.
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