Senior Specialist, Business Logistics

We are seeking a Lead Specialist in Business Logistics for the Business sector at Turku University of Applied Sciences to lead a research group and strengthen our diverse research, development and innovation activities (RDI). You will lead the Resilient Service and Supply Chains research group. Its priorities include the resilience and disruption tolerance of logistics and supply chains, security of supply, and sustainable solutions. You will be responsible for the group’s strategic direction, operational leadership, and the goal-oriented development of research and development activities. You will lead the group’s specialists, actively build national and international networks, and be responsible for securing research funding and creating the conditions for RDI growth. You will also participate in ideating, preparing and implementing research and development projects, and apply for national and international research funding. You will produce research-based publications and solutions for the needs of working life and society. The role combines applied research, company collaboration, and the development of working life and society. It also includes some teaching related to supply chain management and logistics in our Finnish- and English-language degree programmes. Read more about the research group: https://www.turkuamk.fi/tutkimusryhmat/resilientit-toimitusketjut/ WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU - You have a suitable doctoral degree, for example in business or engineering. - You have strong applied research expertise in one or more current research areas in logistics and supply chains: supply-chain resilience, risk management and security of supply; responsible procurement and sustainable supply chains; green logistics; supply-chain digitalisation, data analytics, artificial intelligence and automation; end-to-end visibility and traceability; supply-chain cybersecurity; or predictive decision-making. - You have a record of active project and publication work and securing research funding. - The role requires good leadership and interpersonal skills: the ability to set a future-oriented goal, manage projects, and coach team members with diverse expertise to work effectively together. - Good Finnish and English skills are required. - You need an active and collaborative approach to working in different networks. - Practical work experience in areas relevant to the role is valued. - We value an approach that develops working life and focuses on solutions, experience in multidisciplinary collaboration, and readiness to build influential national and international partnerships. - You are willing and ready to commit to research integrity and open science. WHAT WE OFFER - An inspiring and collaborative work atmosphere where you can do meaningful work on the supply chains of the future. - Diverse opportunities to develop your skills and expertise. - The opportunity to combine applied research and company collaboration. - Modern and comfortable work and learning environments at Turku’s Kupittaa campus. - Flexible opportunity for partial remote work. Join us in developing solutions that strengthen the renewal capacity, responsibility and competitiveness of supply chains. Turku UAS has received the Finland’s Most Inspiring Workplaces 2026 recognition. This reflects the high commitment of its personnel and the long-term, participatory development of the organisation’s operations. The recognition is awarded annually to organisations participating in Eezy Flow’s PeoplePower® survey that achieve exceptionally strong employee survey results. OTHER The position is permanent and includes a six-month probationary period. We value diversity in our work community. We welcome applicants from different backgrounds, including people of different ages and genders and people belonging to different language, cultural or minority groups. A background check will be conducted for the selected candidate to ensure research security. The role requires that you are able to use any equipment and information systems that may be relevant to the role in accordance with their licence terms. Turku University of Applied Sciences Ltd, Business sector, Kupittaa campus, Turku.