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Senior Lecturer (2 positions) Global innovations for learning and teaching, and International education, continuing education and educational export / Faculty of Education and Psychology

Published date more than one year ago
Posted: more than one year ago
Company University of Jyväskylä
Company: University of Jyväskylä
Location Jyväskylä
Location: Jyväskylä

Faculty of Education and Psychology is currently seeking to recruit staff to the positions of

Senior lecturer (2 positions) for the period 2.8.2021 (or as agreed) – 31.12.2024

1. Senior lecturer, global innovations for learning and teaching 

This position is linked to national Global Innovation Network for Teaching and Learning (GINTL) which is coordinated by the University of Jyvaskyla and University of Helsinki. The network was founded in the beginning of year 2021 as part of the strategic internationalization funding for higher education institutes to support their collaboration in global networking. The GINTL network seeks to generate solutions to the global learning crisis based on the top expertise and collaboration between Finnish higher education institutes and global partners. Partnerships within the network will be built in Africa countries, and in China and India. University of Jyvaskyla will be responsible for the India collaboration, and University of Helsinki for collaboration with African countries and India. The GINTL network strives to increase collaboration and educational impact and to generate educational and research initiatives in order to achieve positive changes and development in learning, teaching  and learning environments.

The tasks of the senior lecturer focus on global teacher education, building of collaboration between Finnish higher education institutes and partners identified in India, planning of education and curricula, leadership and implementation of education, and supporting of related research activity.

2. Senior lecturer, international education, continuing education, and educational export

The position is linked to the goals of internationalisation of the faculty. The position and its tasks focus on development of educational modules and programmes together with international partners for international education, and continuing education. The position involves collaboration with  EduCluster Finland (ECF), University of Jyvaskyla Group, which offers professional development for teachers, school leaders and directors globally and has longtime expertise in co-creating international schools http://educlusterfinland.fi/

The tasks of the senior lecturer include educational planning, development of curricula and learning environments, development of pedagogical platforms and tools, implementation of educational modules and training, and support for related research.

Qualifications we are looking for

The duties, qualification requirements and language skills of senior lecturer are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. The persons selected for these positions are expected to teach in Finnish and/or in English. Excellent English skills are thus required. 

Senior Lecturers are required to have a relevant doctoral degree, evidence of academic research work in the field, and the ability to provide research-based teaching, supervise theses, and, when applicable, acquire external research funding. The applicant is expected to advance the areas of strength of the faculty with respect to internationalization of teacher education and global capacity building.

Success in the tasks will require
- experience in planning and implementation of teacher education programmes or modules, and experience of research and evaluation tasks in the context of international education
- evidence of expertise in pedagogical development
- experience of international collaboration and networking
- excellent skills for working with digital platforms, skills for team work and organisation skills
- skills in intercultural communication
- strong motivation for international and multidisciplinary collaboration

Assets to be considered in evaluating candidates include evidence of research related to international collaboration, educational exchange activity or global education as part of one’s doctoral studies or at the post-doctoral phase, and evidence of project management skills and leadership.

What does the University of Jyväskylä offer as an employer?

At the University of Jyväskylä you are a valued member of our academic community with a unique opportunity to influence the research based education of students. You become part of our international and multi-science community where the welfare of each individual is important. At Jyväskylä we offer a great and lively campus area with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. To find useful information about the University of Jyväskylä, the City of Jyväskylä and living in Finland, see the University's International Staff Guide.

The annual salary range will be approximately 40.000 – 64.000 EUR (gross income, including holiday bonus), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

A trial period of six months will be used in the beginning of the employment.

How to apply

Please attach following documents to the online application in English as PDF files:
1. Application / cover letter.
2. Curriculum vitae (CV) which is to be written in accordance with good scientific practice and the following CV template
3. List of publications to be prepared in accordance with  the guidelines of the Academy of Finland. A full literature reference is mentioned in the publications.
4. A brief (1-2 pages) written account of pedagogical training and teaching merits (teaching portfolio)'
5.Maximum of five (5) main publications, numbered in accordance with the list of publications (as one PDF file)
6. A brief (2-3 pages) written account of the applicant’s experience and merits with respect to internationalization of teacher education and global capacity building

Please submit your application at the latest on 30 April 2021 using the online application form. We are in contact with applicants via e-mail as the application process progresses.

For further information please contact Dean of the faculty Anna-Maija Poikkeus, poikkeus@jyu.fi +358408053363;  Chief of Administration Paula Hassinen, paula.k.hassinen@jyu.fi +358504273068

The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centered environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for all. JYU's naturally beautiful campus is located in the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.

The Faculty of Education and Psychology seeks to further learning and wellbeing in building a sustainable future society. The strengths of research in the faculty center on learning, teaching and interaction with specific foci on Education, teaching and interventions; Psychological and neurocognitive basis of learning; Interactive and technology-enhanced learning environments; Childhood, family, interaction and wellbeing; and Wellbeing, learning and interaction at work. Internationally recognized areas of excellence and prominence include longitudinal research across the life span, experimental and intervention research, sophisticated methodological expertise, brain research, assessment of process-oriented learning, research on technology enhanced environments, and multidisciplinary approaches.