Nominate a candidate for Academic of the Year 2021
It is time once again to choose our Academic of the Year – Vuoden tieteentekijä! The Academic of the Year (Vuoden tieteentekijä) is an individual who has, through their...
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Welcome to FUURT!
The Finnish Union of University Researchers and Teachers (FUURT) is an active trade union that represents all those working in science, research and higher education. Our members are supported by university-specific associations, two national associations, skilled shop stewards as well as our strong negotiation position and extensive advocacy networks.
Current issues
An extensive network of local associations in 12 cities
FUURT includes 15 member associations with over 7,000 members.
Fixed-term employment contracts
Information, advice, statistics and solutions for fixed-term employment relationships.
Daily life of academics
Work in science, research, higher education, learning and innovations.
Unemployment security
Unemployment security is a monetary benefit received during unemployment or a temporary lay-off.
