Information Systems Specialist

Information Systems Specialist We are seeking an Information Systems Specialist for the University of Eastern Finland Library for a permanent position starting on 1 December 2026 or as agreed. The position is based at the Joensuu or Kuopio campus library. Read more below and apply by Friday 30 October 2026. The position and salary As an Information Systems Specialist, you will develop digital solutions for research data management, research information and research analytics. Our aim is to build researcher-oriented services in which systems, information and expert services form a coherent whole. Key responsibilities: - Developing research analytics and metrics. You will contribute to collecting, analysing and visualising datasets concerning research, research outputs and research impact, and to developing analytics solutions to support the university’s research and management. - Developing services for research data lifecycle management. In particular, you will map and develop information flows and integrations related to research data management in collaboration with the library’s data specialists and other university stakeholders. The precise set of duties will be defined according to the selected candidate’s skills and capabilities. The position is permanent, starting on 1 December 2026 or as agreed. A six-month probationary period applies to a new employee. Pay follows the university salary system for other staff. It consists of a role-specific component and a personal performance-based component. The role-specific component for this position is at requirement level 9. The personal component is 6–50% of the role-specific component. Depending on the personal component, the starting salary is approximately EUR 3,900–4,100 per month. We expect you to have: - A master’s degree - Excellent IT skills, for example in interfaces and programming - Knowledge of the university environment and research processes - Strong interaction and collaboration skills - The ability to work independently - The ability to understand broad subject areas - Excellent Finnish and good English skills - A willingness to learn new things and develop the library’s research support services We consider the following an advantage: - Data analytics skills, for example statistical methods and visualisation tools - Experience with research information systems (CRIS) or publication repositories, such as DSpace We offer you an induction, a skilled multidisciplinary work community, an interesting role as part of an international, creative and participatory university community, and the opportunity for flexible work across multiple locations. University of Eastern Finland staff benefits include comprehensive occupational healthcare, a wide range of staff training, affordable campus restaurant lunches and Sykettä sports services. How to apply Submit your application using the electronic application form by Friday 30 October 2026. Please include: - A cover letter (maximum one page) - A CV - Copies of degree certificates - Any other documents you wish to use to demonstrate your suitability for the position After the application period, the most suitable applicants will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be held at the Joensuu and/or Kuopio campus library. Questions For further information about the position, contact Service Manager Jukka Kananen, jukka.kananen@uef.fi, or Service Manager Katri Rintamäki, katri.rintamaki@uef.fi. About the University of Eastern Finland Library The University of Eastern Finland Library serves users on two campuses and online. The Joensuu and Kuopio campus libraries have a total of 65 staff members. Our library is an innovative developer of digital library services and information environments as well as open science. The library is an active partner in teaching and research. Read more at www.uef.fi/kirjasto. The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is Finland’s most multidisciplinary research university. The university has approximately 3,400 employees, around 17,000 degree students and 14,500 adult students. Its campuses are in Joensuu and Kuopio. Research in several fields is among the world’s leading, and the university produces research-based knowledge for open use and the benefit of all. Learn more at www.uef.fi.