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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Helsinki, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 93% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€2,083–€5,000). The listed pay band (€225–€263) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 3244 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All roles in Helsinki, Finland | €2,083/per month | €2,932/per month | €5,000/per month |
Lead and develop research, development and innovation activities to support higher education teaching and regional and international impact. A multidisciplinary environment involves collaboration with the board of directors, the rectorate, outcomes-area leadership and external partners. The role’s office can be located at any of our campuses. The position is permanent and starts on 2 November 2026 or by agreement. Our research, development and innovation operations are among the widest in the university of applied sciences sector, and we are proud of strong industry and employment partnerships as well as a wide range of international funding. The Vice Rector heads the RDI unit in addition to shared development services—research and publication services, quality, sustainability, innovation services—and library and information management. In addition to leading your own outcome area, you will collaborate with the CEO on higher education collaboration, strategic development including the ministry of education and culture agreement process, and cooperation with stakeholders and networks at the polytechnic level. The Vice Rector reports directly to the CEO-rector.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop research, development and innovation activities to support teaching and regional and international impact
- Collaborate with board, rectorate and external partners
- Oversee library and information management and shared development services
- Report to CEO-rector and coordinate with the ministry on contracts and stakeholder networks
Requirements
- PhD degree
- Strong leadership experience in research, higher education, or a demanding organization (5+ years)
- Fluent Finnish; working knowledge of English in international networks
- Collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
DoctorateBenefits & Perks
Recruitment Process
- 1Submit CV and motivation letter
- 2Interviews by invitation
- 3Reference checks
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|---|---|
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| Savonlinna, Finland | 3 |
| Kouvola, Finland | 2 |
| Remote - Global | 1 |
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| Generalist | 1 |
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| Cook | 1 |
| Talousasiantuntija, hanketalous | 1 |
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| Role level | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Mid-Level | 17 |
| Manager | 3 |
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