University Teacher, Mining Engineering, Oulu Mining School, Faculty of Technology

The University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary, international research university, with about 4000 employees who produce new knowledge based on high-standards research and provide research based education to build a more sustainable, smarter, and more humane world. The University of Oulu community has about 19,000 people in total. Our northern scientific community operates globally and creates conditions for the emergence of innovations. The University of Oulu is ranked in the top 3% of the world’s universities.

We are now looking for

University Teacher (Mining Engineering)

to join us in the Oulu Mining School at the Faculty of Technology for a permanent position.

The Oulu Mining School, an educational and research unit within the mining industry, has a strong role as an expert in northern natural resources and sustainable development in Finland and internationally. The Oulu Mining School covers the entire value chain of the mining industry, including geosciences, geophysics, mining engineering, and mineral processing. The unit educates bachelor's and master's degree students in geosciences, as well as offering degrees in engineering and doctoral programs in these fields.

About the job

The university teacher is responsible for several courses in mining engineering and rock engineering, including mining technology, rock mechanics, rock blasting, and/or other courses such stress wave theory, advanced rock mechanics, etc.

The position involves supervising bachelor's and master's theses and conducting research, according to his/her research interests and expertise.

The position involves both teaching and research in the field of mining and rock engineering. The duties cover the full scope of mining and rock engineering, including mine design, rock drilling and blasting, mine development, tunneling/drifting, rock fragmentation, ventilation, ore recovery and dilution, rock support, new mining technology, mining economy, and digitalization of mining.  

What we offer

• The support of an experienced and enthusiastic team, where you can share your expertise and grow as an expert.
• Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture, and well-being. Read more about other staff benefits. 
• Development and career options of the big organization.
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• We have an HR Excellence in Research -quality label, which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers.
• Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and close-ones in settling into Oulu.  
• Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, an excellent education system, and a competitive economy. Read more about living in Oulu.

Who are you?

To succeed in this position, we expect you to have:

• A Master's degree in Mining Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Expertise in Mining Engineering, and ability to teach courses in areas such as mining technology, rock mechanics, rock blasting, and experience in academic projects.  
• Potential for scientific research
• Good written and spoken communication skills in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary academic and industrial environments.

We also appreciate: 

• Finnish language skills or willingness to learn Finnish.
• Working experience or experience in applied research and collaboration with the mining industry.
• Experience in securing research funding and publishing scientific research.
• Having experience in petrology, data analytics, modelling, and mineral economics, and being able to apply them in the context of the mining industry is considered an advantage.
• Pedagogical training and broad expertise in the relevant field are considered an 
  advantage. 

A university teacher is expected to complete at least 25 ECTS credits of university pedagogy or equivalent studies within two years of starting employment, unless these studies have already been completed at the beginning of the employment relationship. University pedagogy studies refer to the university-level pedagogical studies or studies included in teacher education.

Advanced pedagogy studies may be further developed alongside the position after commencement. 

Salary

The position is permanent and is expected to commence on 1 November 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The salary will be based on the levels 04-05 of the demand level chart for teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). Starting gross salary will be approx. 3400-4000 € per month (before taxes).  A trial period of 6 months is applied to the position.

How to apply?

Interested? If yes, please apply by 31.08.2026 (23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.

The application should be written in English and include the following:

1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. List of publications
4. Teaching portfolio (maximum 5 pages), including
   1.  Teaching philosophy, teaching strategies, and methods
   2. A description of oneself as a teacher and an implementer of educational work
   3. Practical experience in teaching and efforts to improve teaching, digital teaching skills and giving feedback, possible participation in continuous learning provision, and international educational collaboration
   4. Production and use of learning materials, including open educational resources
   5. Maintaining and developing one’s own teaching and supervision competence; description of one’s pedagogical training; the significance of research in maintaining and developing one's teaching and supervision competence
   6. Feedback received on teaching (student evaluations, peer evaluations, awards, and assessed test lectures)
   7. Vision for the development of one’s teaching 

The eligible applicants fitting best in the profile expected for the position will be invited to an on-site or remote interview and asked to give a teaching demonstration as part of the assessment of teaching skills. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, such as people of different ages, genders, and linguistic, cultural, or minority groups. 

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please contact Professor Saija Luukkainen, [email protected], or the Chair of the recruitment committee, Kari Moisio, [email protected].