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Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) is a research organisation working to promote bioeconomy and sustainable use of natural resources. We provide solutions and services to our customers based on best available scientific knowledge. Our research results and services generate added value and sustainability as well as scientific evidence to support decision making. We carry out research on forestry, agriculture, food, game, and fisheries. We also perform statutory services.
Being open-minded and curious and having a strong will to leave a positive mark to the world binds Luke people together. Together we build a positive working culture where each other’s work is highly respected. In Luke, the work assignments are versatile and employees can influence the content of their work. We work in a mobile work culture which gives you the possibility to work from wherever it suits you the best. Luke offers a multidisciplinary international research environment with unique research infrastructures, experimental sites and well-equipped laboratories.
Work tasks
The research professorship in plant health is focused on integrated pest management in field and horticulture crops in changing climate. Within the area of plant health, special attention is paid on knowing and monitoring the pests (weeds, insects, plant diseases) in aim to develop and design diverse and resilient cropping systems that are less exposed to pests. The research provides technical knowledge and management solutions for sustainable agriculture mainly in the Boreal zone. The person nominated in the position is expected to actively develop the strategic orientation of ambitious research projects, lead the development of large-scale project entities, and procurement of long-term broad-based national and international research funding.
Qualifications
The research professor (tenure track: associate or full professor) should have a doctoral degree in plant pathology, entomology or weed science. High-quality scientific publication record in plant health and good methodological skills, e.g. in modeling are essential. Position will require excellent problem-solving, communication and leadership skills, capacity to apply for national and international research funding, and capacity for collaboration and knowledge exchange with different stakeholders, including industry and the Finnish Government.
We expect the candidate is responsible for the development of research in plant health and is able to establish synergies to secure interdisciplinary approaches. The research professor is expected to build a strong research project portfolio with an active customer interface, collaborate with academic and industrial players in agro-industry and stimulate use of research results by beneficiaries. The research professor is also expected to have established international networks and to be actively engaged in national and international collaborations. The research professor should have strong track record in leading and managing international research projects, gaining international research funding, building attractive research environments and in publishing and disseminating scientific results. Close interaction with entrepreneurial stakeholders is seen as an advantage.
Scope of employment
Form of employment: Temporary employment
Scope: Office work
Commencement: 01/12/2020or according to a contract.
Time-limited to: 30/11/2025Nature of the position.
Application
Last application date: 19/05/2020 16:00
Reference number: 30-213-2020
You can apply for this job via:
- Send a digital application via this link.
You may also apply for this position by submitting your application to the address below. The job reference of the role must be cited both in the actual application and on the envelope. Applications will not be returned.
Luonnonvarakeskuksen kirjaamo
Latokartanonkaari 9
00790 Helsinki, FINLAND
The following documents should be enclosed with the application:
• A complete curriculum vitae (including full name, date and place of birth, nationality, current residence, education and
degrees awarded, linguistic skills, current and previous positions, major research funding obtained, research leadership,
list of supervised PhDs and post doctoral researchers, other academic merits, number of peer-reviewed articles, H-index,
total citations and average citation per item) maximum 10 pages.
• A complete list of publications (with citations and impact factors) and copies of ten selected publications most relevant for the professorship
• Summary of research activities carried out so far including aspects of customer interphase work, societal impact of research, and the dissemination of research results (maximum two pages)
• A research plan and ambitions as a research professor (maximum five pages)
• Names and contact information of three referees.
Salary
The position is at complexity level 12 – 13 in Luke’s salary system. Therefore, the position-specific salary component is EUR 4 947.83 – 5 588.81 per month. In addition to the position-specific salary component, a salary component based on personal performance will be paid. It can be at most 50% of the position-specific salary component. The applicant may also present a separate salary request.
Employment
Number of positions advertised: 1
Contact
Contact person
Antti AsikainenExecutive Vice President, Research+358 29 532 3250antti.asikainen@luke.fi
Office
Natural Resources Institute Finland
Tietotie 4
31600 Jokioinen
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