Project Leader

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. Responsibilities include - Coordinating and following up Novia UAS's project activities, including planning, implementation, documentation and reporting - Leading Novia's work on developing, testing and documenting art-based and participatory methods within the project - Planning and coordinating Novia's pilot activities together with relevant stakeholders - Contributing to research, analysis and methodological development based on the project activities and pilots - Supporting project partners in applying and evaluating art-based methods in different contexts - Participating in cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange between Finland and Sweden - Building networks and collaborating with researchers, artists, municipalities, educational institutions and other relevant stakeholders - Communicating and disseminating project activities, methods and results We are looking for someone who has - A relevant higher education degree - Strong knowledge of and experience in art-based methods and participatory artistic processes - Experience in research, RDI and methodological development - Experience in analysing, documenting and communicating research or development processes and results - An interest in sustainability, biodiversity and the role of art and culture in societal development - Strong organisational, communication and collaboration skills - Experience working across disciplines, sectors and stakeholder groups - An ability to work independently as well as in cross-disciplinary and international teams - Previous experience in EU-funded projects and/or international collaboration is considered an asset - Proficiency in English: Swedish and Finnish considered an asset Employment For the period 1.10.2026-28.2.2029 or as agreed. The position is 50% of full-time working hours. Salary according to the General collective agreement for Universities of Applied Sciences and internal directives. The position includes a probationary period of six months. Location Jakobstad or as agreed. We offer flexible working arrangements. Further information Please contact Research Manager Therese Sunngren-Granlund, mobile: +358 44 780 5887, email: mailto:surname.lastname@novia.fi Application We look forward to your application no later than Thursday 10.9.2026 23:59. The application is submitted via our electronic system and must include a cover letter and CV.