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The University of Vaasa is an inspiring and international work community where we engage in meaningful work to build a sustainable and responsible future. We employ around 650 researchers, teachers, and professionals – together we create a thriving, diverse, and impactful university community where you feel a true sense of belonging. We value collaboration, continuous development, equality, and well-being.

Research and education are the cornerstones of our university. In addition, we have a wide range of expert and support service roles. We offer our employees interesting work tasks, flexible opportunities to balance work and life, and staff benefits that support well-being and recovery.

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This is the University of Vaasa

7000
students
650
reseachers, teachers and experts
25 %
share of international personnel
47
different nationalities

Why work at the University of Vaasa?

Internationally Respected

The University of Vaasa is a globally recognized research university. We rank among the top 500 universities worldwide and are Finland’s leading university in business studies. We uniquely combine expertise in business and technology – offering you the opportunity to do work that truly matters.

Thriving Vaasa Region

Vaasa is home to the largest energy technology hub in the Nordics, a vibrant academic community, the sea – and some of the happiest people in Finland. We collaborate closely with local companies, providing unique opportunities to see the real-world impact of research. Experience Finland’s most beautiful seaside campus — a modern and inspiring workplace awaits you.

People-Centered Work Community

The University of Vaasa is a well-being-oriented and family-friendly employer. We support a healthy work-life balance through flexibility, excellent staff benefits, and opportunities for personal growth. We value expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning – together, we build a workplace where everyone thrives and finds meaning in their work.
Meaningful Work

Careers at the University

At the University of Vaasa, your career can take many inspiring directions. Whether your passion lies in teaching, research, or expert and support services, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills and advance professionally. Every role at our university contributes to a shared goal: building a sustainable and responsible future.

Academic career paths Expert and Support Roles
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"We are fortunate to work in such a wonderful place"

Kultalahti ja Jaskari
Susanna Kultalahti and Minna-Maarit Jaskari are the first to be appointed as senior university lecturers at the University of Vaasa. The revised career model at the university creates unique opportunities for advancing a teaching-oriented career to more senior, expert levels. The senior university lecturer is the highest level in the teaching-focused career path.
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From Bangladesh to Vaasa: The multidisciplinary environment at the university inspires

Anupam Dutta
Anupam Dutta loves research and has built a successful research career at the University of Vaasa i.e., his academic home. At the same time his family has become Finnish citizens and they all now call Finland home.
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Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R)

We at the University of Vaasa recognise that our strength and success almost exclusively depend on the work contribution of our staff. All our results are directly based on the input of our skilled and committed researchers and teachers and the experts working in the university support functions.

HR Excellence in Research