Tenure track position in Strategic Project Management (Industrial Management)

The University of Vaasa is an inspiring and international community where we work together for a sustainable and responsible future. We combine expertise in business and technology in a unique way, tackling current challenges with determination and collaboration. As part of the Nordic regions largest energy technology hub, we promote sustainable business, energy, and society. We educate future professionals who will create a fairer and more sustainable world. We are now inviting applications for a Tenure Track-position in Industrial Management, especially in Strategic Project Management. The position will be filled either as a fixed-term Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position within the Tenure track system, or as a permanent Professor position. The level is determined by the applicant's merits and career stage. Job description and requirements The field of activity is industrial management with a special focus on strategic project management. Position is located in the [School of Technology and Innovations](https://www.uwasa.fi/en/university/organisation-and-management/school-technology-and-innovations). We are looking for a promising researcher with demonstrated research capabilities and high potential, with knowledge and skills particularly in the field of project business and project-based management. The candidate is expected to carry out outstanding research, acquire external research funding and teach in [Strategic Project Management Master's Programme](https://www.uwasa.fi/en/education/masters-programmes/industrial-engineering-and-management)(in Seinäjoki). The research focus of the candidate is expected to fall under topics of strategic management of projects and project-based organizations. The research themes could include governance topics, collaborative aspects of projects, sustainability management, servitization, projectification of industries and topics under project business. The appointed tenure track will join the [Networked Value Systems (NEVS)](https://www.uwasa.fi/en/research/groups-and-focus-areas/nevs-networked-value-systems) research group. In both research and teaching, we bring together diverse themes from business and engineering. These include operations and supply chain management, project business, digital manufacturing and quality management, technology and innovation management and the sustainable energy transition. The prospective candidate needs to have a Doctoral degree in industrial engineering, industrial management, project management, or a closely related field (e.g., management science). The position requires strong expertise, knowledge and research experience about project business and management. In addition, theoretical knowledge or practical experience in the energy industry, sustainability transitions, circular economy, and/or manufacturing is considered an advantage. The tenure track position is research-oriented, but also includes teaching, thesis supervision, applying for external research funding and university administrative tasks. The teaching and supervision activities of the position are intended to support the study programmes of Industrial Management and the University of Vaasa doctoral programme. The annual working time is 1612 hours based on the general collective agreement for Finnish universities and tasks are agreed in more detail in the Annual Work Plan. ln the position of Professor, practical non-academic experience in the field is not required but can be considered beneficial. For further detailed information about the requirements, criteria and our Tenure track procedure, please see: www.uwasa.fi/en/tenure-track Salary and benefits We are a truly international community of 7000 students and 650 staff members. We work in a unique environment at our maritime campus, with state of the art research laboratories and teaching facilities, located only a short walk away from the Vaasa city centre. At the University of Vaasa, you can build a successful and versatile academic career in an inspiring, international environment. Our unique three-track career model offers flexibility and growth: a tenure track leading to professorship, a research and project-focused track, and a teaching-oriented track. We prioritize your well-being and professional growth. We offer comprehensive occupational health services, sports and cultural benefits, and plenty of opportunities for continuous learning. Work-life balance matters to us we offer flexible working hours and the possibility to work partly remotely. The salary is based on both the job requirement and the employees personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System (YPJ), but you may also state your own salary request. Each University of Vaasa employee automatically belongs to a pension scheme and the majority part of the pension contributions is paid by the employer. We also have a versatile reward system in use. If you are moving to Finland from abroad, relocation services are available. Applications Applications are submitted using the University of Vaasa's electronic recruitment system (See the Submit an application button below). In order for applications to be processed, the application form must be filled out and the enclosures listed below must be attached to it. The application period is open until midnight (Finnish time, EET) May 24, 2026. 1. Attachments in English: - [Curriculum vitae](https://www.uwasa.fi/en/open-positions/application-attachments) - [List of publications](https://www.uwasa.fi/en/open-positions/application-attachments) - Research plan (max 5 pages): the research plan should detail the ways in which the candidate would direct their research from the perspective of their own discipline towards the focus of the position described in this call for applications and the [strategic focus](https://www.uwasa.fi/en/university/strategy-quality-and-values) of the University of Vaasas research. The plan must include a description of the phenomena concerned, the perspective on the applicant's own subject and the added-value to be realized from analyzing the phenomena as well as possible partners. lt is beneficial if the plan also includes potential sources of external financing (programs or similar) and a publication plan. - [Teaching portfolio](https://www.uwasa.fi/en/open-positions/applicati