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Biodiversity created by art, culture and cross-sectoral collaboration is a cross-border collaboration project funded by Interreg Aurora. The project brings together actors from Finland and Sweden to strengthen biodiversity through art-based methods, citizen participation and cross-sectoral collaboration. Novia UAS contributes expertise in art-based and participatory methods and supports the development and piloting of new approaches to citizen engagement and cross-sectoral collaboration.<\/p>\n

Responsibilities include
\n – Coordinating and following up Novia UAS’s project activities, including planning, implementation, documentation and reporting
\n – Leading Novia’s work on developing, testing and documenting art-based and participatory methods within the project
\n – Planning and coordinating Novia’s pilot activities together with relevant stakeholders
\n – Contributing to research, analysis and methodological development based on the project activities and pilots
\n – Supporting project partners in applying and evaluating art-based methods in different contexts
\n – Participating in cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange between Finland and Sweden
\n – Building networks and collaborating with researchers, artists, municipalities, educational institutions and other relevant stakeholders
\n – Communicating and disseminating project activities, methods and results<\/p>\n

We are looking for someone who has
\n – A relevant higher education degree
\n – Strong knowledge of and experience in art-based methods and participatory artistic processes
\n – Experience in research, RDI and methodological development
\n – Experience in analysing, documenting and communicating research or development processes and results
\n – An interest in sustainability, biodiversity and the role of art and culture in societal development
\n – Strong organisational, communication and collaboration skills
\n – Experience working across disciplines, sectors and stakeholder groups
\n – An ability to work independently as well as in cross-disciplinary and international teams
\n – Previous experience in EU-funded projects and\/or international collaboration is considered an asset
\n – Proficiency in English: Swedish and Finnish considered an asset<\/p>\n

Employment
\nFor the period 1.10.2026-28.2.2029 or as agreed.<\/p>\n

The position is 50% of full-time working hours.<\/p>\n

Salary according to the General collective agreement for Universities of Applied Sciences and internal directives. The position includes a probationary period of six months.<\/p>\n

Location
\nJakobstad or as agreed. We offer flexible working arrangements.<\/p>\n

Further information
\nPlease contact Research Manager Therese Sunngren-Granlund, mobile: +358 44 780 5887, email: mailto:surname.lastname@novia.fi<\/p>\n

Application
\nWe look forward to your application no later than Thursday 10.9.2026 23:59.<\/p>\n

The application is submitted via our electronic system and must include a cover letter and CV.
\n<\/p>\n

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Employment relationship:<\/span>Employment <\/span><\/div>\n
Wage:<\/span>Other <\/span><\/div>\n
Working time:<\/span>Weekdays<\/span><\/div>\n
Number of positions:<\/span>1<\/span><\/div>\n
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