Exciting Opportunity: Tenure Track Positions in Road and Railway Infrastructures at Tampere University

Tampere University is thrilled to announce openings for 1-2 Tenure Track positions in the field of Road and Railway Infrastructures. This is a fantastic opportunity for dedicated professionals looking to advance their careers in a vibrant academic environment.

Position Overview

Job Title: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor

• Location: Faculty of Built Environment, Tampere University
• Contract Duration: The initial appointment for Assistant and Associate Professors is five years, with the possibility of tenure upon successful performance. Full Professors will have permanent appointments from the start.

About the University

Tampere University is recognized for its multidisciplinary approach, emphasizing technology, health, and societal issues. The Civil Engineering Unit, where this position is based, is committed to cutting-edge research and education, aiming to establish a national reputation in civil engineering.

Job Description

We are seeking highly motivated candidates with a PhD in Civil Engineering who have expertise in at least three of the following areas:

• Materials: Knowledge of road and railway structure materials, including unbound, bituminous bound, and circular materials.
• Performance Analysis: Understanding the short- and long-term performance of transport infrastructures.
• Experimental Research: Conducting laboratory experiments and monitoring full-scale infrastructure.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing large datasets from condition monitoring of transport infrastructures.
• Sustainability: Evaluating life-cycle efficiency and sustainability in infrastructure construction and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a research group focused on road and/or railway structures.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to transport infrastructures.
• Supervise B.Sc., M.Sc., and D.Sc. theses.

Qualifications

Requirements for Each Level:

• Assistant Professor:
  • Ability to undertake independent scholarly activities.
  • Teaching skills necessary to fulfill the position’s duties.
• Associate Professor:
  • Record of independent scholarship and external research funding.
  • Experience in leading a research group.
• Professor:
  • High-level scholarly expertise and international achievement.
  • Proven experience in leading scientific research.

All candidates must have a strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and demonstrate methodological skills in transport infrastructure research. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Finnish is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salaries: Starting salaries range from 4600 to 7000 EUR/month, depending on the level of appointment and experience.
• Benefits: Includes occupational healthcare, a flexible work schedule, and access to modern research facilities and teaching resources.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Tampere University recruitment system by October 10, 2024.

Application Requirements:

1. Curriculum Vitae following TENK guidelines.
2. List of Publications with links to five key works.
3. Teaching Portfolio according to university guidelines.
4. Research Plan (max. 4 pages) outlining your vision and implementation strategy for the next five years.
5. Letter of Motivation (max. 2 pages) detailing your career achievements and outlook.
6. Referees: Contact details for two referees.

Contact Information

For more details, reach out to Professor Sami Pajunen at sami.pajunen@tuni.fi or HR Specialist Taija Lankinen at taija.lankinen@tuni.fi.