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4 Doctoral Researchers in Sport and Health Sciences University of Jyväskylä in Finland

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PhD

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Sports Science

Funding

The position is a fixed-term Doctoral Researcher appointment for up to three years. In addition, 24 months during 2027 are available for persons finalizing their doctoral thesis. The starting salary is approximately EUR 2500 per month gross under the Finnish University Salary System, with salary progression based on thesis work. A holiday bonus is included, and relocation support is offered for those moving from abroad.

Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

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Finland

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University of Jyväskylä

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About this position

4 Doctoral Researchers are being recruited at the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, University of Jyväskylä in Finland. This is a doctoral-level opportunity for candidates working toward the completion of a PhD thesis in the broad area of sport and health sciences, with research themes connected to physical activity and health, doctoral studies, and teaching assistance.

The appointment starts on 4 January 2027, or by agreement, and is fixed-term for up to three years. In addition, there are 24 months during 2027 available for applicants who are finalizing their doctoral thesis and have a public PhD defence scheduled for 2027. The position is embedded in the JYU Graduate School and the faculty emphasizes international, multidisciplinary research, wellbeing, and responsible research assessment.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must hold a suitable Master’s degree and must already have been admitted to the doctoral program at the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä. A good command of English is required. Applicants are expected to have discussed their plans with their dissertation supervisor before applying. For those already working on their dissertation, progress so far is also evaluated, and grant-seeking activity is seen as an advantage.

Funding and salary: the salary follows the Finnish University Salary System and is based on the demand level for teaching and research staff. The starting salary is approximately EUR 2500/month gross, with salary progression according to thesis progress. A holiday bonus is included, and relocation support is available for those moving from abroad.

Application package: submit a CV following the Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity template, a short informal motivation/cover letter (max 2 pages) describing research interests, career goals, experience, funding status, and how the research aligns with the faculty’s strategic aims; a publication list following the Research Council of Finland template; a research plan based on the faculty template; and a copy of the highest degree certificate. All documents must be in English and uploaded as PDF files.

Deadline: applications must be submitted through the recruitment system by 15 November 2026. Email applications will not be considered.

Contact: Vice Dean, Professor Taija Juutinen ([email protected]) is listed for additional information. Interested applicants should review the doctoral study-right requirements and required attachments before applying.

Funding details

The position is a fixed-term Doctoral Researcher appointment for up to three years. In addition, 24 months during 2027 are available for persons finalizing their doctoral thesis. The starting salary is approximately EUR 2500 per month gross under the Finnish University Salary System, with salary progression based on thesis work. A holiday bonus is included, and relocation support is offered for those moving from abroad.

What's required

Applicants must have a suitable Master's degree and must already have been admitted to the doctoral program at the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä. A good command of English is required. Applicants for funding to finalize their doctoral thesis should have their public PhD defence scheduled during 2027. The primary selection criterion is the scientific quality and feasibility of the research plan; for applicants already in doctoral work, progress is also assessed. Prior discussion with the dissertation supervisor is expected, and activity in applying for grants is considered an advantage.

How to apply

Prepare the required English PDF documents: CV, short motivation/cover letter, publication list, research plan, and highest degree certificate. Submit the application through the recruitment system by 15 November 2026; email applications are not accepted. Contact Vice Dean Professor Taija Juutinen for additional information before applying, and discuss your application with your dissertation supervisor first.

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