Oulun yliopisto
Job title:
Professor of Radiology
Company
Oulun yliopisto
Job description
Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences and TechnologyThe University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary, international research university, with about 3,600 employees who produce new knowledge based on high-standards research and provide research based education to build a more sustainable, smarter, and more humane world. The University of Oulu community has about 17,000 people in total. Our northern scientific community operates globally and creates conditions for the emergence of innovations.We are now looking for aProfessor of Radiologyto join us in the Research Unit of at the Faculty of Medicine in the University of Oulu. HST is one of the most multidisciplinary research units in University of Oulu offering unique potential for addressing complex health-related research questions. HST unit conducts research under four spearhead areas: 1) Medical Bioengineering and Smart Diagnostics & Treatments for Effective Patient Care, 2) Intelligent & Evidence-based Healthcare Innovations, 3) Human-centered Health and Wellbeing, and 4) Sustainable Management & Competence Development.About the jobThe duties of a Professor of Radiology include:
- planning, developing, supervising and implementing undergraduate education,
- leading and guiding radiologic research,
- being responsible for scientific postgraduate education,
- acting as the person responsible for specialist training (residency & fellowships) in radiology.
The position holder has the opportunity to hold a secondary clinical position in the North Ostrobothnia welfare region, as separately agreed.What we offer?
- The support of an experienced and enthusiastic team of HST people where you can share your expertise and grow as an expert.
- Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture and well-being.
. * Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance.
. * We have an
which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers. * If you are moving from abroad, we offer comprehensive relocation packages to support your smooth relocation to Oulu.
- We also consider the possibility of recruiting the accompanying spouse to the University of Oulu.
- Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, an excellent education system, and competitive economy.
Who are you?In order to succeed and enjoy the position, we expect from you:
- Doctoral degree in a relevant field
- Specialist degree in radiology in Finland with at least two years of clinical experience as a specialist in radiology
- High level of scientific qualification
- Experience in conducting scientific research,
- Ability to provide high-quality research-based teaching
- Experience in supervising theses and acquiring research funding
- Proof of international cooperation in the field of research they represent
- Ability to act as an Academic Leader
- Fluent Finnish and English language skills
SalaryThe position is permanent as of 1.1.2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.The salary will be based on the levels 8-9 of the demand level chart for teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (a maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). The starting gross salary will be approx. 5700-6500 € per month (before taxes). A trial period of 6 months is applied for the position.How to apply?Interested? If yes, please apply by 18.5.2025 (23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.The application should be written in English and include the following: * Cover letter
- CV following the guidelines of the
- Certificate of a license to work as a specialist in radiology in Finland
- List of publications following the
- Brief account of research merits
- Brief account of teaching merits or a teaching portfolio containing:
- Teaching philosophy, teaching strategies, and methods
- Teacher’s self-reflection on their teaching style, a personal background idea of teaching; how are these reflected in teaching?
- A description of oneself as a teacher and an implementer of educational work
- Practical experience in teaching and efforts to improve teaching
- Description of educational material (curricula, handouts, assignments, workbooks)
- Professional development as a teacher
- Evaluation of teaching (student evaluations, peer evaluations, awards, and assessed test lectures)
- Plans for future directions of teaching in the discipline concerned
- Details regarding acquisition of research funds
- A brief research and action plan
- Contact details of 2-4 persons available for recommendation.
The eligible applicants fitting best in the profile expected for the position will be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, such as people of different ages, genders, and lingual, cultural, or minority groups.The selection process follows the University of Oulu recruitment guidelines. The process is carried out by a recruitment committee and the candidates that are considered most suitable by the recruitment committee will also undergo an expert evaluation assessing the following merits:
- Scientific activities and their reflection in the publication record, scientific presentations, and other recognitions, e.g. awards and patents
- Teaching activities and their evaluation (teaching portfolio; including student’s evaluation)
- Supervision of diploma and doctoral students
- Acquisition of competitive research funds
- International scientific activities and contacts
- Services for the academic community
- Academic and societal relevance and potential of activities
Contact InformationIf you have any further questions, please contact unit head, professor Simo Saarakkala, Faculty of Medicine, Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology:simo.saarakkala@oulu.fiIf you have questions concerning the recruitment process, please contact HR Manager Tiina Pääkkönen:tiina.paakkonen@oulu.fi
Expected salary
€5700 – 6500 per month
Location
Oulu, Pohjois-Pohjanmaa
Job date
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:10:58 GMT
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