Project coordinator, for the RES-AGE project (1.12.2026-30.9.2029)

Åbo Akademi söker en projektkoordinator för den av Finlands Akademi finansierade spetsforskningsenheten RES-AGE. Anställningen som projektkoordinator är för perioden 1.12.2026–30.9.2029 och på heltid.  

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 Åbo Akademi University invites applications for a fixed-term position as Project Coordinator for the RES-AGE project from 1 December 2026 to 30 September 2029 (or starting date as agreed). The fixed-term position is full-time, and the location of work is within the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences in Vaasa or Turku.     

RES-AGE is an interdisciplinary research project focusing on older adults' wellbeing from different perspectives. During its initial three years it will examine social, health-related, psychological, and biological factors that promote resilience, with a particular focus on loneliness, stress, and health. RES-AGE is funded by the Strategic Research Council. The project is coordinated by Åbo Akademi University together with consortium partners that are: Tampere University, the University of Eastern Finland and the University of Jyväskylä and The Age Institute. 

Read more about the project here: https://www.abo.fi/en/news/million-euro-funding-for-extensive-research-on-older-adults-wellbeing/  

WORK DESCRIPTION 
The tasks of the project coordinator will encompass among others:  

• Coordinating research activities, including events, together with the project leader and project leaders from the consortium partners 
• Drafting reports to the Strategic Research Council
• Participating in and contributing to the activities of the research group, and, if applicable, participating in research assisting tasks depending on the candidate profile 
• Providing support to the research team with data management 
• Updating and administration of webpages and social media postings, other project communications and collaborations  
• Other administrative tasks 

PROFILE AND QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a collaborative person with good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate holds a Master’s degree in a field relevant to the project and has such language proficiency that they would be able to communicate effectively in the working languages of the research group (Finnish, Swedish and English). Good Microsoft Office skills are required, and experience in social media content creation and webpage management is considered a strong advantage. 

Previous experience of projects funded by the Strategic Research Council as well as familiarity with the substantive focus of the RES-AGE project will also be considered an asset.  

In addition to the formal qualifications, we will consider the personal qualities that are essential for success in this role during the recruitment process. 

 
SALARY AND CONDITIONS
The project coordinator’s salary is based on level 8 of the job demand level for expert and support staff. In addition, an individual salary component based on personal work performance is added to the salary. Please see salary tables.  

The weekly working hours for full-time employees are 36 hours and 15 minutes.
A trial period applies to the position.

We offer a pleasant and dynamic workplace with dedicated staff and a variety of stimulating tasks. Employee well-being is important to us, and we offer, among other benefits, flexible working hours, remote work where possible, a wellness hour, exercise benefits, and occupational health care.  

APPLICATION 
The application should be submitted electronically in the University recruitment system no later than 26 October 2026 at 3:00 pm. Guidelines for the electronic application can be found here: https://www.abo.fi/en/about-abo-akademi-university/come-work-with-us/instructions-for-submitting-an-application/ 

The application should include the following enclosures: Letter of Motivation, Curriculum Vitae and Contact information for two references.  

CONTACT INFORMATION 
Further information about the position and the project is provided by Professor Fredrica Nyqvist (fredrica.nyqvist(a)abo.fi) and, regarding the application process, by HR Partner Jenni Kronqvist (jenni.kronqvist(a)abo.fi) or recruitment@abo.fi.
 
Åbo Akademi University works for equal gender distribution and diversity across all personnel groups. 

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