Teea Kortetmäki

Two postdoctoral researcher positions are open in the ERC Starting Grant project COHAB – Environmental Landscape Ethics: A Theory of Cohabitability at the University of Jyväskylä , Finland. The project explores environmental ethics, cohabitability, multispecies coexistence, land use, politics, social life, and landscape/urban planning in human-managed environments. One position is in Environmental Social Sciences and focuses on empirical work, including comparative case studies on cohabitability in urban and/or rural contexts and the factors that drive or impede cohabitability. The other position is in Philosophy / Political Theory and focuses on theoretical work on the normative and institutional implications of cohabitability, including justice, regulation, responsibilities, and related ethical and ontological assumptions. Both positions are fixed-term for 2 years , start on 3 August 2026 or as agreed (latest 4 January 2027 ), and are part of the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy and the JYU.Wisdom sustainability research community. The salary is approximately EUR 3,300–4,100 gross per month depending on qualifications and experience. Eligibility highlights include a PhD in social sciences, human geography, philosophy, or another relevant field; strong empirical or theoretical research skills depending on the position; interdisciplinary research capacity; and a good command of English. Applicants are expected to be motivated early-career scholars interested in multispecies coexistence and sustainability-related questions. Applications must be submitted via the University of Jyväskylä online system by 14 May 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki) . Required documents include a CV, informal motivation letter, numbered publication list, and PhD certificate. Applications by email are not accepted, and the research plan is not mandatory.

The University of Jyväskylä’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Researcher position in Environmental Social Sciences, starting 3 August 2026 or as agreed (latest 4 January 2027). The position is part of the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy and is linked to the profiling area of planetary well-being and sustainability transitions. It is funded by the ERC StG project ‘Environmental Landscape Ethics: A Theory of Cohabitability’, which aims to transform the ethics of land use and urban and landscape planning, and develop new philosophical and social scientific frameworks for ethically responsible cohabitation and multispecies sustainability in human-managed environments. The successful candidate will conduct innovative interdisciplinary research, both independently and collaboratively, focusing on empirical work in WP4. This involves comparative case studies on cohabitability in various urban and rural contexts, examining factors that drive or impede cohabitability. The role also includes contributing as a Wisdom Fellow to the JYU.Wisdom sustainability research community, actively participating in campus-based activities and community building. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in social sciences, human geography, or a related field. Strong empirical research skills in environmental social sciences and interdisciplinary research experience are essential. Candidates should demonstrate capacities for both independent and collaborative research, and a good command of English is required. The position’s qualification requirements and language skills are stipulated by University regulations and must be met by the application deadline. Benefits include working in an international, multidisciplinary, and award-winning research team, with support for developing sustainability research skills, creating new projects, and successful funding applications. The University offers a beautiful campus environment, excellent sports benefits, and is located in Jyväskylä, a city known for its vibrant student population, modest living costs, and exceptional nature amenities. Finland provides a high standard of living, including healthcare, free schooling, affordable childcare, and good family benefits. The position is rated on levels 5-6 in the YPJ salary system for Finnish universities, with a monthly salary of approximately 3,300–4,100 € (gross, excluding holiday bonus), depending on qualifications and prior experience. A six-month trial period applies. The University promotes HR Excellence in Research and is committed to fairness, transparency, and diversity in selection decisions. To apply, candidates must submit an up-to-date ORCID profile (public visibility), CV (in English), motivation letter, list of publications (highlighting five most relevant), Ph.D. certificate, and an empty research plan file (not mandatory). Applications must be submitted via the University’s online application form by 14 May 2026. Applications sent via email will not be considered. For further information, contact Assistant Professor Teea Kortetmäki at [email protected]. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is a pioneer in research and education, with a unique combination of humanities and social science expertise. The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centred environment with 2,500 experts and 14,500 students, fostering wisdom, wellbeing, and opportunities for growth. The campus is centrally located in Jyväskylä, offering a supportive and open academic atmosphere.

The University of Jyväskylä’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral researcher position in Philosophy or Political Theory, starting 3 August 2026 or as agreed (latest 4 January 2027). The position is part of the ERC StG project ‘Environmental Landscape Ethics: A Theory of Cohabitability’, focusing on planetary well-being and sustainability transitions. The successful candidate will join the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy and contribute to innovative interdisciplinary research that transforms the ethics of land use, urban and landscape planning, and develops new frameworks for ethically responsible cohabitation and multispecies sustainability in human-managed environments. The main responsibility is theoretical research on cohabitability, particularly in WP4, addressing normative and institutional questions related to justice, implementation, responsibilities, and ethical/ontological assumptions. The role involves both independent and collaborative research within the ERC project team and active participation in the JYU.Wisdom sustainability research community. The position is based in Jyväskylä, Finland, with expectations for campus-based community engagement. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in philosophy, social sciences, or a relevant field. Strong independent and collaborative research skills, high international research standards, and excellent English proficiency are required. Application materials include a CV (following Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity guidelines), motivation letter, publication list (highlighting five most relevant works), and Ph.D. certificate, all submitted in English as PDFs. A research plan is not mandatory; submit an empty file if prompted. The application period is 17 April to 14 May 2026, and applications must be submitted via the University’s online form. Email applications are not accepted. The position offers a monthly salary of approximately 3,300–4,100 € (gross, excluding holiday bonus), depending on qualifications and experience, with a six-month trial period. Staff benefits include sports facilities, healthcare, family support, and access to a vibrant campus environment recognized with the European Heritage Label. Living costs in Jyväskylä are modest, and the city offers excellent nature amenities, a lively cultural scene, and a large student population. The University of Jyväskylä is committed to HR Excellence in Research, fairness, transparency, and diversity. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is a multidisciplinary community with internationally renowned research in culture, languages, communication, social sciences, and philosophy. The university values openness, balance between research and education, and opportunities for professional growth and international collaboration. For further information, contact Assistant Professor Teea Kortetmäki at [email protected]. More details about the faculty and university can be found at jyu.fi/en . Apply online at the application portal by 14 May 2026.