Finland, Helsingfors (Helsinki)

The Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of 

A DOCTORAL RESEARCHER ON EDUCATION-RELATED INEQUALITIES

for a fixed term period of approximately 3.5 years, starting from 18 January 2027 until 30 August 2030 (or as agreed).

The position is situated in the Helsinki Institute for Helsinki Institute for Demography and Population Health and is a part of the Research Council of Finland funded project Education – a Universal Solvent? Towards a Cross-Disciplinary Synthesis that investigates educational differences across four research areas 1) intergenerational social stratification, 2) population health, and 3) electoral participation as well as seeks 4) synthesis and synergies between these three research traditions.

The appointee will conduct research toward their doctoral thesis in one or more of the four research areas (1–4) defined above, with the aim of producing a doctoral dissertation, typically consisting of three peer-reviewed scientific articles and a summary. Working together with the principal investigator, the appointee will have a key role in the project implementation, including conducting and publishing research jointly, as well as other project tasks, such as maintaining its data infrastructure and communication. Additionally, the work duties include teaching or related activities as agreed with the needs of the Institute (up to 5% of annual working time).

The project research takes advantage of two types of data sources. First, Finnish census and population register data that are unique internationally in that they longitudinally combine individual and family data of a full national population for over 50 years. Second type of data used consists of Finnish population representative epidemiological cohort studies and twin studies that contain behavioural, clinical and genetic information, which are also linked to register-based information. The project is led by Hannu Lahtinen.

QUALIFICATIONS 

The appointee to the position must hold a master’s degree in demography, public health/epidemiology, quantitative sociology or political science, philosophy, statistics, population genetics or another relevant field by the beginning of the employment.

For a successful applicant, strong quantitative methods skills are required. Following are not considered necessary but can be advantageous in the job:


	Experience in working with Finnish or other national register-based data infrastructure. 
	Experience in working with genotyped data is also considered an advantage, particularly if the applicant specializes in research area 2. 
	For an applicant specializing in research area 4, also more theoretical or meta-empirical (e.g. meta-analysis and systematic literature review methods) research focus is an option. 


The appointee must have the ability and motivation to pursue postgraduate studies following a study plan and research proposal. The appointee must either hold a right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki or obtain it within the six-month probationary period.

The appointee needs to have a strong command of written English.

The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. The International Staff Unit provides assistance in relocation. 

WHAT WE OFFER 

We are an equal opportunity employer and offer an attractive and diverse workplace in an inspiring environment with a variety of development opportunities and benefits. The appointee will receive active research feedback, thesis supervision and similar support within the research project and wider research group, as well as opportunities for international collaboration and scientific publishing. 

The starting monthly gross salary range will be approximately €2,700-€3,300 depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. In addition, University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care, standard Finnish pension benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Further information can be obtained online. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. 

Finland is a member of the European Union, has high-quality free schooling (also in English) and generous family benefits and healthcare. Finland and the Helsinki region feature leading research and innovation facilities, clean environment, affordable accommodation, and excellent international, national, and local transport connections. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland.

HOW TO APPLY 

Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link “Apply now”. Use your current email address to register to the Recruitment System. Applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the link “Employee login”. The closing date for applications is 19.11. 2026.

The following English-language documents must be enclosed with applications: 


	Curriculum vitae
	Numbered list of publications (if any)
	Statement of interest (1-2 pages) outlining applicant's a) skills and research experience, and b) specific interests and planned contribution with regard to the project aims.


Detailed information on how to structure the Curriculum vitae and list of publications can be obtained online.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

Further information about the position and the research project may be obtained from Academy Research Fellow Hannu Lahtinen, hannu.lahtinen@helsinki.fi. 

In case you need support with the recruitment system, please contact recruitment@helsinki.fi.

The Faculty of Social Sciences is Finland’s leading research and education institute in the social sciences, and the country’s most diverse social sciences faculty in terms of the range of its disciplines and fields of research. The Faculty has a strong international research profile and an international master’s programme, and several of its disciplinary units have been rated among the top 50 in the world. The faculty has approximately 550 research and teaching staff, and each year it awards some 350 bachelor’s degrees, 400 master’s degrees and more than 50 doctoral degrees.


University of Helsinki

United Kingdom, Liverpool

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

The Faculty of Science is seeking a dedicated Senior Technician who specialises in Biological Sciences to provide advanced technical support for teaching. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective operation of our laboratories, enhancing the student learning experience, and supporting initiatives in the school of Biology and Environmental Sciences. 

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction, and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

Please note we do not accept supplementary information when considering applications for this post and ask that you complete the on-line application only. Within the application form there is the opportunity for you to include everything that you wish panel members to consider, particularly in the Personal Statement section.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all background and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief.  All our appointments are made on merit.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.


Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)

Postdoctoral researchers


	Explainable & Trustworthy AI for Global Threat Analysis (“Know-AI”)
	AI for language teaching and language learning (“DALAI-FIN”)


University of Helsinki – Department of Digital Humanities, Language Technology

Position type: Full-time postdoctoral researchers
Duration: initially 2 years (with possibility of extension)
Start date: immediate

Overview of Projects: 

The Know‑AI project investigates what language models know and when they know it. The mission is to develop explainable and trustworthy AI systems for detecting and analyzing global threats, including disinformation in online media. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in large language models — their interpretability, robustness, and real‑world safety.

The DALAI-FIN / Revita project focuses on supporting second-language teaching for adults, for example migrants in Finland (or elsewhere in Europe), who require linguistic skills for professional and social integration. Learners have different levels of preparation and different backgrounds. Research goals include the development of AI-based tools for personalized teaching, i.e., exactly suitable for the current level of competency of each individual learner. This implies detailed and accurate learner modeling, learning analytics and assessment of the learner’s skills, on a continual basis.

The projects cooperate with an international network of collaborators.

Position Description

As a postdoctoral researcher in this project, you will:


	Conduct foundational and applied research on explainability and trust in language models.
	Develop methods to evaluate, interpret, and improve how LLMs detect and represent potential threats or risk scenarios.
	Collaborate closely with project research teams and external partners, including interdisciplinary groups.
	Implement algorithms and data analysis (e.g., using PyTorch, JAX, transformers).
	Publish papers at premier AI/ML/NLP venues and domain-related conferences.
	Present results at academic conferences and workshops.


Requirements

You must have:


	A PhD degree (or imminent completion expected) in Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related discipline.
	Experience with and strong interest in NLP, large-language models, explainability.
	Demonstrated programming skills in Python, ideally including frameworks, such as PyTorch and HuggingFace Transformers.
	Prior peer-reviewed publications (required for postdoctoral appointment).
	Excellent oral and written communication in English.


Salary & Benefits


	Starting salary: ~3 700–4 400 EUR/month before taxes, consistent with salary scales of the University of Helsinki. Researchersjobknow-ai-uh.github.iohelsinki.fi+1EURAXESSJobly+5helsinki.fi+5EURAXESS+5.
	Comprehensive employee benefits including occupational health care, health insurance, sports facilities, and professional development support.
	In Finnish universities, the teaching and research staff (app. 65% of total staff) have a special system regarding the free time equivalent to holiday. They belong to the 1,612 annual working hour system, in which the annual amount of paid holiday is app. 5-6 weeks on average per year.
	The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. The university is an internationally renowned research university offering a wide range of staff benefits, including occupational health care and health insurance, flexible working hours, excellent campus sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development.
	International Staff Services support for relocation and settling in Finland.


How to Apply

Please submit via the application form a PDF file that contains:


	Curriculum Vitae, including publications and relevant projects.
	A cover letter (1–2 pages) detailing your motivation, research interests, and fit with the projects.
	Copies of degree transcripts.
	Contact for two refereences.


Applications must be submitted through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the link below. Current employees of the University of Helsinki must submit their applications through SAP Fiori’s Suffeli recruitment portal.

In case of questions contact prof. Roman Yangarber roman.yangarber@helsinki.fi 

For questions regarding the application process, please contact recruitment@helsinki.fi (please indicate in the heading which position you are inquiring about). 

The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants from a variety of genders, linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and minorities. A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.


United Kingdom, Southampton

We are seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Domestic Services Support Manager to join our Domestic Services team and play a pivotal role in the effective day-to-day delivery of cleaning services across the University.

Supporting the Domestic Services Manager, you will provide operational leadership across five geographically distinct campuses, overseeing a workforce of approximately 150 colleagues working across four shift patterns throughout the day. You will be instrumental in ensuring that our cleaning services remain safe, efficient, consistent and responsive to the needs of the University community.

The role will have a strong business-as-usual focus, providing visible management and operational oversight across the service. This will include supporting colleagues and supervisors, monitoring standards and performance, responding to operational issues, coordinating resources, and ensuring that agreed service levels are consistently maintained.

Importantly, the role will also provide the additional management capacity required to enable the Domestic Services Manager to focus on strategic, transformational and service-development activity, ensuring that operational excellence and longer-term improvement can be pursued concurrently.

We are looking for someone who can combine strong people leadership with sound operational judgement, who is comfortable managing a complex and geographically dispersed service, and who can build constructive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.

This is an opportunity to join a substantial and highly valued operational service and to make a tangible contribution to the standards, effectiveness and continued development of the University's estate.

If you are an experienced operational manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading people and has the drive to improve services while maintaining consistently high standards, we would welcome your application.

This role is being offered on a full-time basis, for a fixed term period of 9 months. 


University of Southampton

The Faculty of Humanities at the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN LANGUAGE TECHNOLOGY OR DIGITAL HUMANITIES

for a fixed-term period of 28 months, starting in January 2027.

This position is based at the Multimodality Research Group in the Department of Languages and funded by an ERC Consolidator Grant awarded to Professor Tuomo Hiippala. The project develops novel methods and corpora for studying multimodality, or how humans communicate using combinations of multiple modes of expression. These methods and corpora are used to develop empirically founded theories of multimodal communication in the domain of everyday cultural artefacts. The data studied in the project includes, for example, school textbooks, news broadcasts, diagrams and instruction manuals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The post-doctoral researcher will contribute towards meeting the goals of the research project by participating in building several large multimodal corpora that target diverse page-based and audiovisual media, which are described using multiple layers of cross-referenced annotations. The appointee is expected to develop approaches that use computer vision, large language models and other computational methods to annotate the research data, and to evaluate and complement the resulting annotations using human-in-the-loop approaches. In addition to conducting research, the post-doctoral researcher is expected to report the results in lead- and co-authored publications submitted to suitable venues.

QUALIFICATIONS

The appointee must hold a doctoral degree in language technology, digital humanities or a related field, and demonstrate a keen interest in the study of multimodal communication. Previous experience of applying computational methods to large volumes of multimodal data is essential. The appointee must have solid skills in programming and working with libraries for using machine learning models. Experience in building annotated datasets or corpora is considered an advantage: the same applies to managing large volumes of data and high-performance computing. The appointee must be able to work independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary research group consisting of researchers with diverse backgrounds, which span the humanities, computer science and engineering. Strong teamwork skills and an excellent command of written and spoken English are also required.

The appointee is expected to reside in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area while employed by the University of Helsinki.

WHAT WE OFFER

The University of Helsinki is Finland’s oldest and largest academic institution, an international scholarly community of 40,000 students and researchers. In international university rankings, the University of Helsinki is usually within the top 100 universities in the world. The University of Helsinki is seeking solutions to global challenges and engendering new thinking for the benefit of humanity.

The University of Helsinki’s Faculty of Humanities is Finland’s oldest and largest unit of teaching and research in the arts in terms of the organisation and selection of its disciplines. The faculty is also a significant international community of research, education and culture. The Faculty of Humanities studies and teaches languages and literature spoken in Europe and the rest of the world, in total almost 40 languages. It also develops general theories of linguistics, translation and literary studies.

The successful candidate will become a part of vibrant research community at the Faculty of Humanities. The four-year position offers an excellent opportunity to conduct pioneering research on the multimodality of human communication in a multidisciplinary environment. The project provides generous funding for conference travel and networking. The project also offers access to state-of-the-art computing resources provided free-of-charge by the CSC – the IT Center for Science.

The starting salary for the position ranges from 4005 to 4140 euro per month, depending on experience and qualifications. The appointee is also expected to contribute to teaching, which is limited to 10% of annual working time. Standard Finnish pension benefits and occupational health care are provided for university employees. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months.

The University of Helsinki provides its staff with occupational health and fitness services, professional development opportunities, as well as a first-class research and teaching environment and the conditions necessary for international cooperation. Read more about staff benefits on our website.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application, together with the required documents, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link “Apply now” (“Hae nyt”). Applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the SAP Fiori portal at https://msap.sap.helsinki.fi. The closing date for applications is November 20, 2026 (23:59).

The applicants are requested to provide the following documents written in English with their application:


	A statement on your motivation for applying for the position, how you could contribute to the project, and a description of your core skills (max. 750 words),
	A curriculum vitae with contact information for two references,
	A list of publications with key publications relevant to the position highlighted.


FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information about the position and the research project, please contact Professor Tuomo Hiippala (tuomo.hiippala@helsinki.fi).


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