Assistant Professor, supply chain management

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, 14 000 students, 400 professors and close to 5000 faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. We warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.

We are now looking for a:

Tenure track Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management

Throughout their careers, those in the academic tenure track system are expected to exercise and guide scientific research, to provide higher academic education, to follow the advances of their field, to participate in service to the Aalto University community, and to take part in societal interaction and international collaboration in their field.

Your experience and ambitions

The applicants should

• Hold a doctoral degree (or be near completion of the doctorate) in supply chain management, operations management, logistics or a related field

• Demonstrate evidence or potential for excellence in research through international top-level publications in supply chain management, operations management or a related field

• Show commitment to teaching and student supervision, and the ambition to become an excellent teacher (and those candidates that have already a few years of experience after their doctorate: show evidence of high-quality teaching in relevant fields)

The applicants are expected to be able to contribute to teaching of the supply chain management faculty on a broad set of topics and approaches. We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach on topics related to the management of operations, processes and supply chain risks. We are looking for the candidate to be able to begin working in the position at the start of Academic year 2026-2027 (August-September 2026).

The applicants will be reviewed based on their research, teaching and activity in scientific community. Aalto University reserves the right to use external reviewers to support the evaluation of applicants during the recruitment process.

Consistent with EU insurance and pension regulations, Aalto expects full-time academic employees to reside and work in Finland. The position includes teaching, supervision and other duties that must be completed on-site.

Your network and team

Aalto University School of Business is one of the leading business schools in Europe and number one in Finland. We work for better business and a better society, and we act sustainably for the wellbeing of all. We educate future experts and leaders, who have a high demand on the job market. We also contribute to the society through impactful research, long-term partnerships with companies and other stakeholders, and through strong societal engagement. We hold the highly valued triple crown accreditation by  AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS.

The position is located in the Department of Information and Service Management, which consists of three disciplinary areas: Supply Chain Management, Information Systems Science, and Management Science. The department has bachelor’s, master's and doctoral students supported by 23 faculty members, and appreciates an active approach to international research collaboration and business co-operation. Both research and business collaboration are supported by our current faculty and Aalto’s multidisciplinary collaboration platforms for research and education.

What we offer
At Aalto University, we offer a meaningful, inspiring and inclusive environment and culture.  You will gain a responsible and meaningful role with true impact in the success of our university and school, and in the end, in the wellbeing and development of our society. We provide support, coaching and sparring when you feel you need it as well as great possibilities for competence development and learning.

At the assistant professor level, the tenure track covers two terms. The first term is from two to five years, with renewal for a second four-year term being based on a successful mid-term evaluation. Subsequent appointment to tenured Associate Professor position is based on a successful appointment review, conducted towards the end of the second term of the assistant professorship. The selected candidate may start either at first or second term, depending on their current career stage.

Our salaries are competitive within the European context. Our primary workplace is located at the Otaniemi Campus in Espoo, Finland. We value work-life balance and well-being in all aspects of life. Life on the revitalized campus is vibrant, featuring stunning architecture, tranquil nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, and services, all complemented by excellent public transportation connections.

Join us!
To apply, please submit your:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae (CV), including list of publications

• Research portfolio – a concise (1–2 pages) reflection on the research merits, long-term vision, and research plan

• Job market paper (unpublished or recently published manuscript representing your best work)

• Names and contact details of four references

Submit your documents in English to us through our recruitment site ("Apply now!”) latest by 6th of February 2026, at 23.59pm (EET). We do not accept applications via email.

Please follow the general instructions and evaluation criteria for applicants including language requirements and guidelines for compiling your CV and research portfolio available online https://www.aalto.fi/en/tenure-track/interested-in-joining-our-tenure-track.

Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions

For more information about the role, please contact Professor Katri Kauppi katri.kauppi (at) aalto.fi.  For questions related to the application process, please contact HR Partner Heli Solla heli.solla (at ) aalto.fi.

We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates for interview already during the application period. You will hear from us the latest in early March. We aim to have a transparent and equal recruitment process, so feel free to ask us for feedback.

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