The University of Oulu is an international scientific community, with 15,000 students and 3,000 employees. The wide multidisciplinarity is a strength of the University both in education and research interests. The modern environment, world-class research infrastructures and extensive cooperation with international research institutes and private sector organizations provide excellent possibilities for research and innovation. More information https://www.oulu.fi/university/

Oulu Business School (OBS) (https://www.oulu.fi/oulubusinessschool) is an AACSB accredited international research and educational institute for economic sciences. Research serves the needs of business and society, and contributes to the international scientific community. Marketing, Management and International Business research unit owns a highly international research environment presently formed by 10 professors and around 44 other researchers.

Work description

We are looking for a talented and motivated Doctoral Student for a 4-year position. Your research will concentrate on Responsible business strategy to renew organizations and ecosystems. Your task is to carry out multidisciplinary work related to sustainable business models, circular economy and value chains.

You will carry out research work within a research team under the guidance and supervision of a professor affiliated to the Marketing, Management and International Business research unit, publish research results in leading international scientific journals, attend doctoral courses and complete your thesis within 4 years. Other duties include teaching undergraduate courses (approx. 5 % of the annual working time) and supervising undergraduate theses. In addition, you may be obligated to participate in minor administrative tasks of the Research Unit and University. You will work on research in university`s strategic research profile area called Inorganic Side Streams (InStreams). Further information about the InStreams from the webpage: www.oulu.fi/instreams/

What we expect

-        We are looking for a team player with good analytical and problem solving skills

-        Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English

-        You must have a Master of Science or equivalent degree in business administration or in a closely related field with very good/excellent grades

The following are considered beneficial

-        Suitability of the earlier studies for embarking on the doctoral degree programme in OBS

-        Prizes received during studies

-        Scientific publications and presentations

-        Activity in the scientific community

-        Practical familiarity with the field in question and international activities

What we offer

-        You will become a part of a highly talented research group, that is working on strategically and globally significant research area

-        You will receive support from your team and supervisor, so that you can excel in your research

-        In addition to modern research facilities, we offer you personnel benefits such as occupational healthcare and affordable sport services

-        4-year position, beginning on September 1, 2020 (or as soon as possible thereafter). A six-month trial period will be applied to the position

-        The salary is in accordance with the university salary system (for teaching and research personnel, level 2 – 4). The typical salary for a starting doctoral student is €2,300 per month, depending on candidates personal work performance and progress in her/his PhD studies

The education requirements for a PhD degree studies are given by the University of Oulu Graduate School (https://www.oulu.fi/uniogs/).

How to apply

Applications, together with all relevant enclosures, should be submitted using electronic application form byAugust 9th, 2020 at 23:59 (Finnish local time). The application should be written in English and include the following:

1. Motivation letter (max. 2 pages), where the following information is clearly provided:
   • Research interests
   • Professional experience and expertise
2. Curriculum vitae (max. 2 pages) in accordance with the guidelines of the Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity (http://www.tenk.fi/en/template-researchers-curriculum-vitae)
3. List of publications based on the guidelines of the Academy of Finland      (https://www.aka.fi/en/funding/apply-for-funding/az-index-of-application-guidelines/list-of-publications/)
4. 4.      Contact details of two persons available for providing a recommendation
5. Certificates/Diplomas: Scanned copies of degree certificates (B.Sc. and M.Sc.), official translations to Finnish or English

Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Top candidates will be invited to an on-site or remote interview.

Further information

Professor Pauliina Ulkuniemi

email:pauliina.ulkuniemi@oulu.fi

tel.: +358 294 482980

Professor Vesa Puhakka

Head of the research unit

email: vesa.puhakka@oulu.fi

tel.:+358 40 833 3776

Due to holiday season in July, please contact us with your questions during these time periods: 16.6. – 17.7. and 3.8. – 9.8.

City of Oulu

The Oulu region is home to over 200 000 people making it the largest urban centre in northern Scandinavia and one of the fastest growing regions in Finland. Oulu is a combination of beautiful, northern nature, vivid cultural life and modern technology. Oulu is also known for its highly-educated people and friendly, easy-going atmosphere. Find out more about Oulu: https://www.oulu.fi/university/living-in-oulu