Postdoctoral Researcher in Sustainability in Business (2 years)

About the role

Aalto University's Department of Management Studies, within the Organizations and Management discipline of the School of Business, is looking for a junior academic to join its Sustainability in Business research group. The group works on organizing for sustainability, circular economy, governance and institutions for sustainability, sustainability transitions and business models for sustainability. The position is full-time for two years, with a possible extension of 1-2 years, and starts in February 2027 (negotiable).

Key responsibilities

• Pursue your own research agenda and aim to publish in leading international journals.
• Teach one course per year or an equivalent contribution, with a low teaching load.
• Supervise a master's thesis and take part in Ph.D. supervision.

Required profile

• Ph.D. completed within the last four years, or about to complete it; the degree should be in a relevant field such as management studies, social sciences, organizations and sustainability, though others may be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and to publish internationally.
• Fluent English; Finnish and other languages are a merit.
• Residence in the department for the duration of the appointment.

What we offer

• Expected starting salary of approximately 4,500-4,600 EUR per month before tax, depending on experience and qualifications.
• A thriving sustainability research community and stimulating research environment at a leading international university.
• Opportunities to attend international academic conferences.
• Learning and development opportunities, occupational health care, exercise services, health care and retirement benefits.

Applications must be submitted through the university's recruitment system (Workday) by 16 October 2026, as a single PDF containing a cover letter, CV, list of publications, two references, teaching experience and a 1-2 page research plan.