We are seeking a Professor of Practice in the field of Journalism for a fixed term employment between 1 August 2026 and 30 June 2027.
The position is located in the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences at Tampere University. The Communication Sciences Unit provides education and conducts research that delves into the digital media landscape and the role of communication technologies in reshaping not only our thoughts and sensibilities but also our relations with others. Our research centre Taru examines societal and cultural dynamics, dissecting their evolution and patterns through lenses of communication, media, and art. Students admitted to our multidisciplinary degree programme in communications acquire a broad knowledge base and go on to pursue careers in journalism, media research, information research and communication. Our degree programme in theatre arts brings together artistic, professional and societal perspectives. In addition, the unit operates two master’s programs focused on journalism: the master’s program in journalism and the master’s program in visual journalism and visual studies. The journalism education at Tampere University is the oldest of its kind in the Nordic countries and celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2025.
Job Description
The purpose of the position is to integrate practical working life with university teaching and research. The position places special emphasis on practical knowledge from the field of journalism and is intended for an accomplished journalist. The successful candidate will be expected to share their experience and make a significant contribution to the development of teaching and research in journalism.
The duties will include:
- teaching journalism on different levels of journalist education by giving lectures, workshops and small-scale seminars
- developing a chosen specialist field of journalism and its teaching based on a separate work plan
- participating in the unit’s research community’s activities and continuing education
- participating in public discussions about the future of journalism, and journalism of the future
The Professor of Practice will be subject to the annualised hours scheme according to a confirmed work plan. The number of working hours for staff under this scheme is 1,612 hours per year. Depending on other duties, the number of classroom teaching hours will be 160–240 hours per year. In special cases, part of the teaching can be carried out in remote and hybrid arrangements.
Requirements
- Practical expertise in the field as demonstrated through strong journalistic accomplishments
- The ability to analyze one’s own and others’ journalistic expertise and integrate the findings into teaching (in Finnish and/or English)
- Strong co-operation, presentation, and interpersonal skills
We are hoping to receive applications from experienced journalists who have practiced journalism in different roles. The successful candidate’s expertise may relate to any aspect of journalism, for example
- the transformation of the foundations of the journalistic profession in a technologized media environment (narrative forms, sources relations and source criticism, creativity)
- journalist as a producer, seeker, and processor of knowledge (investigation, elaboration, analysis, meaning making)
- the societal role of journalism in both international and local contexts (fostering public debate, providing fact-based and diverse information, promoting participation and inclusion)
Either a suitable doctoral degree, or an exceptionally high-level of expertise from the chosen aspect of journalism is required from the Professor of Practice. The selection will be made based on the application documents. The work plan will be emphasized in the selection.
We offer
We offer the successful candidate an opportunity to work and build networks in an environment which combines in a unique way our high-quality societally oriented journalism research and visual studies and teaching in an editorial environment utilizing multimedia channels with talented and motivated students. The degree programme in journalism at Tampere University is the leading actor in Finland and is internationally well recognized.
The appointment will be for a fixed term from 1 August 2026 to 30 June 2027. The position has a contracted salary with a starting level of approx. 6500 € per month. Please, state your salary request in your application.
We offer a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working possibilities (remote-/contact teaching), excellent sports facilities on campus and several restaurants and cafés on campus with staff discounts. Please read more about working at Tampere University and the city of Tampere.
How to apply
Please submit your application and the required attachments through our online recruitment system (link below).
The closing date for applications is 6 March 2026 at 23:59 EET, UTC +2. Please attach your documents in PDF format.
The following documents must be attached to the application:
1. A work plan proposal for the professorship term. In the proposal, it is possible to tell tentatively
- about forms of teaching you would be using (e.g. lectures, workshops, seminars, group work)
- how you would organize teaching and other activities during the working year (teaching is divided into four periods)
- possible journalistic or academic publications (e.g. stories, book, research article, interactive online environment)
2. A motivational letter, including a review of your accomplishments and activities that are relevant for the position.
3. A CV detailing information about your degrees and work experience.
For more information
Enquiries concerning the contents of the position, job description and the work plan: Head of Unit (Communication Sciences) Marko Ala-Fossi, marko.ala-fossi@tuni.fi, tel. +358 40 190 4149.
Inquiries concerning recruitment practices: HR Specialist Safija Chabbi, safija.chabbi@tuni.fi