The Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry at the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER to work in research projects tightly connected to Finnish CarbonAction project (www.carbonaction.org) that aims to implement the international 4permille initiative (https://www.4p1000.org/) in Finland.

The aims of the CarbonAction are to 1) design climate-smart agricultural solutions that are widely beneficial to food systems, 2) test their practical applications, 3) understand carbon (C) stabilization processes and develop a verification system for the carbon sequestration and other climate impacts to be used in policy and markets, and 4) develop economic measures and policies to promote the implementation of these solutions in Finland and abroad.

The postdoctoral researcher will join a multidisciplinary team to study soil carbon sequestration and climate impacts of agricultural practices with a strong focus on soil processes of carbon stabilization and C stock changes in different agricultural management practices. This project has tight collaboration with several national in international collaborators through the abovementioned network.

Do you want to be part in solving the questions about stable carbon in soils?

Tasks of the postdoctoral researcher will be

1) to participate in field experiments on C sequestration both in sampling and sample preparation as well as C analysis (during the first 6-12 months)

2) supervise assisting personnel in abovementioned tasks

3) to analyze soil C data, report and present scientific findings, and

4) to take an active role in group work and supervision of students to guarantee direct interplay between the experimental work and modelling. This task includes collaboration with researchers in other institutes.

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher with following requirements:

• PhD degree in a suitable field (e.g. soil science, soil chemistry, microbiology, soil and environmental science, forest soil science)
• proven experience in soil C analysis and willingness to utilize new tools to evaluate carbon stabilization processes
• excellent communication, scientific writing and other presentation skills
• publication record that shows independent writing skills and ability to publish in highly ranking international journals
• advanced statistical analysis skills (SPSS, R or Matlab)
• capability to work both independently and in a research team, in the laboratory and in the field
• previous experience in supervising MSc and/or PhD students
• ability to provide two recommendation letters confirming the abovementioned work experience. The persons signing the letters should be available for contacting (in English).

What we offer:

The salary of the postdoctoral researcher will be based on level 5 of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. The starting salary of the postdoctoral researcher will be ca. 3300–3600 per month, depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience. A six-month trial period will be applied.

The position can be filled as soon as suitable for the appointee. The duration of the employment is 24 months with a possibility to extension. The postdoctoral researcher will be positioned at the Department of Forest Sciences at the University of Helsinki.

The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. The university (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/university/working-at-the-university) assists employees from abroad with their transition to work and life in Finland.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are requested to enclose with their application the following documents in English. Please compile all documents as a single PDF file:

1) CV

2) motivation letter

3) publication list, and

4) support letters of a minimum of two references that can be contacted

External applicants, please submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the Apply Now (Hae nyt) link.

Applicants who have a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment contract, a grant researcher’s contract or a visiting researcher’s contract at the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application by using the Employee login (Työntekijän kirjautuminen).

The deadline for applications is 14 April 2023 (at 23.59 EET).

The University of Helsinki welcomes applications from representatives of different genders, language and cultural backgrounds, and minorities.

For additional information, please contact Professor Jussi Heinonsalo, jussi.heinonsalo(at)helsinki.fi.

Further information on the recruitment process may be obtained from HR Specialist Mirkka Juntunen, mirkka.juntunen(at)helsinki.fi

About us:

The Department of Forest Sciences is a unit under the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, which employs circa 100 individuals. The Department conducts research of a high international standard in the forest sciences and provides the highest education based on this research. The focus areas of the Department’s research and teaching are forest ecology and forest resource management as well as forest economics, business and society. The goal of the Department’s multidisciplinary operations is to provide teaching in the sustainability and sustainable use of forests, as well as conduct related scholarly research and public engagement. The Faculty grants Bachelor and Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry) degrees, as well as Doctor of Science (Agriculture and Forestry) degrees in the University’s doctoral programmes. The Department’s degree programmes have roughly 350 undergraduate and 60 postgraduate students. The Department of Forest Sciences is active in its public engagement and it has a long history of successful collaboration with research institutes in the field, other universities, public administration and businesses both nationally and internationally. https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-agriculture-and-forestry/research/forest-sciences

The Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry is located on the green Viikki campus of University of Helsinki. The mission of the Faculty is to promote the sustainable use of renewable natural resources through scientific research and research-based teaching. We focus on agricultural and forest sciences, food and nutrition, microbiology, as well as on economics and management. We cover the full natural resource chain from farm to fork, the entire field of forest sciences from soil chemistry to marketing, as well as the environmental effects of related activities. Graduates from the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry are versatile experts in biosciences and business, able to meet the needs of both the business sector and society at large.

www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-of-agriculture-and-forestry

Laakkonen lab invites applications for a position of

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER

in a 1,5-year project with possibility of extension starting as soon as possible. Trial period of six months will be applied.

JOB DESCRIPTION
The postdoctoral researcher will work on a project that focuses on understanding the crosstalk between brain tumor cells and brain microenvironment via profiling the patient-derived organoids and the patient tumor samples to identify actionable targets for development of innovative therapies. This project is part of the iCAN Flagship program (https://ican.fi).

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
For the postdoctoral researcher position, we are looking for a candidate with a doctorate in Life Sciences. The successful applicant should be well acquainted with animal experimentation and cell and molecular biology. Experience in cancer research and knowhow in bioinformatics as well as acquaintance with imag-ing techniques and preclinical studies are also valuable assets.
In addition, good skills in English language and teamwork are highly appreciated. We are searching for a highly motivated person with publication record indicative of competence in independent scientific thinking and project management.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary will be based on the Universities salary scheme for teaching and research personnel composed of both task specific and personal performance components. The starting gross monthly salary of the post-doctoral researcher will often range 3200–3600 €/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience.
University of Helsinki is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and diverse workplace in an inspiring environment with a variety of development opportunities and benefits. This includes comprehen-sive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, pension benefits, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development, please see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers.
Finland and the Helsinki region possess top expertise in sciences in terms of a vibrant talent pool, leading research, strong support services and functioning collaboration networks. Finland has high quality free schooling (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare, and was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families and in the world’s top ten most livable cities. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/university/working-at-the-university.

Please submit your application as a single pdf-file by latest on April 6st, 2023. The document should include a short cover letter describing your areas of expertise and motivation for the position, CV (max 2 pages), and names and contact information of two to three referees. Further information is available from professor Pirjo Laakkonen, tel. +358 50 448 9100 or pirjo.laakkonen(at)helsinki.fi.

Research Programs Unit of the Faculty of Medicine (https://www2.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-of-medicine/research-programs-unit) is a top-quality research environment. Unit’s nine research programs comprise groups that integrate clinical, translational and biomedical research. Translational Cancer Medi-cine (CAN-PRO) applies multiple genetic engineering and stem cell methods, RNAi and chemical biology technologies to investigate tumors in their microenvironment, to identify new therapeutic molecules affect-ing genetic driver programs in cancer, and to perform systematic analysis of factors contributing to cellular signaling, reprogramming, migration, and invasion. Research in the Laakkonen lab (https://www2.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/tumor-progression-and-metastasis) focuses on invasion and metastasis of cancer. Currently, our main focus is to understand the molecular mechanisms and pathways underlying the highly invasive and infiltrative growth of human gliomas as well as to develop novel, innova-tive therapies against this deadly disease.

The University of Helsinki, founded in 1640, is one of the world’s leading universities for multidisciplinary research. The university has an international academic community of 40,000 students and staff members. Neuroscience Center in the Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HILIFE) is an independent research organization. Research in Neuroscience Center spans scales from molecular and cellular neuroscience to developmental, cognitive, and systems neuroscience. The research group of Satu Palva at the Neuroscience Center, Helsinki Institute of Life Science invite applications for  

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN IN VIVO RODENT ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY

The position is available for 2 + 1 years starting immediately. The postdoctoral researcher will leverage in vivo electrophysiology in awake behaving mice to study oscillations and brain network interactions in visual cognition and in brain disease models. 

The Satu Palva group is a multidisciplinary research group investigating the large-scale architecture of brain dynamics, with oscillations, synchronization, and criticality being central themes. The research is mostly carried out in humans, but involves also electrophysiological and imaging data acquired in mice. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed postdoctoral researchers with an excellent academic track-record in the field of in vivo rodent electrophysiology. The applicant should be confident working fairly independently as the majority of the lab works with human data. Signal processing and programming skills are considered an advantage, but the lab provides strong support in this area. The post-doctoral researcher will work at the Neuroscience Center, Helsinki Institute of Life Science HiLIFE,  that possess cutting-edge in vivo electrophysiology and imaging facilities. 

Applicants should possess a PhD degree in a relevant field (the degree requirement must be met by the end of the application deadline). The positions also require good communication skills with written and spoken English. 

The salary of the successful candidate will be based on level 5 of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. The starting salary will be 3000-3500 eur/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. A six-month trial period will be applied.

Application should include the following documents as a single pdf file: (1) a cover letter including a brief statement of research interests, (2) a CV and publication list, and (3) the names and email addresses for the references. 

Informal enquiries should be sent to satu.palva(at)helsinki.fi 

Apply by clicking on the Apply link below. 

Applications are welcomed as soon as possible – review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The Finnish Museum of Natural History LUOMUS  is looking for a highly motivated

postdoctoral researcher in ecology and evolutionary biology

to join Plant Adaptation and Conservation (PAC) group. The researcher will be employed for twelve months at the University of Helsinki starting latest on 1 Aug 2023. The position is located at LUOMUS.

The position is part of the research project (‘Will adaptive plasticity and evolvability help plants to survive in a changing climate’) funded by the Academy of Finland. In this project, we combine approaches from ecology, ecophysiology and quantitative genetics to quantify variation in trait means and to compare capacity for adaptation in key functional traits of widespread and narrowly distributed species, and we contrast leading-edge, core, and trailing-edge populations. We analyse three interrelated key mechanisms for adaptive potential in plants: (i) standing intraspecific variation in phenotypic trait means and plasticity, (ii) phenotypic plasticity within individual life-cycles and across generations, and (iii) evolutionary potential of populations and species. This combination of range-wide surveys of multivariate trait variation and plasticity with in-depth studies of population-level evolutionary potential provides an approach towards novel knowledge-based conservation applications in a changing climate.

The research project has entered the production phase and the duties of postdoctoral researcher will concentrate on:

• data analysis
• writing up research articles
• communicating the value of the results to the scientific community and the public e.g. by social media
• minor hands-on work with ongoing ecological experiments with European plant species is an option in summer 2023.

In this position, you are expected to engage in collaborative work with an international research community consisting of members representing all academic stages. There is also an opportunity to supervise MSc students.
 
Who can apply?  
For the position, the appointee must have a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and the ability to conduct independent scholarly work. The appointee must have a maximum of five years since the completion of their PhD. Possible career breaks (maternity, paternity, parental or childcare leave, military/civil service etc.) will be considered. If the applicant pleads these special reasons, they should be mentioned in the CV.
 
Qualifications:
The candidate should have:

• track record in ecology or other relevant field demonstrated by published (or accepted) scientific articles as a first author
• aptitude towards modelling and statistical analyses using R statistical environment and experience on data analyses e.g. by GLM and GLMM.
• excellent communication skills in English

 
Advantages:

• Experience in carrying out research independently and working in a team.
• Good time management and project management skills

How to apply?
The application should include as one single pdf file:

1. Applicant’s motivation letter.
2. CV of the applicant including a list of, at most, 5 selected publications. The CV should not exceed 4 pages. It is suggested that the CV format recommended by the Finnish Board of Research Integrity is used: template for researcher’s curriculum vitae  
3. Contact information of two persons who can provide a reference letter based on request.

Please submit your application via our recruitment system by 3 April 2023 (23.59 EET).
 
External applicants, please submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via Apply Now button.
 
Applicants who have a helsinki.fi -username and a valid employment contract, a grant researcher’s contract or a visiting researcher’s contract at the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application by using the employee login.

 
Salary and benefits
The University of Helsinki invests in the welfare of its employees by offering preventative occupational health services and general medical care, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. Luomus is an equal opportunity workplace committed to advance wellbeing and diversity and promote gender equality in science and education. We welcome applicants from a variety of gender identities, and linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

The salary will be based on level 5 of the requirement level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. The starting gross salary will be ca. 3 300 – 3 500 euros/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience.

The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. The University assists employees from abroad with their transition to work and life in Finland. Finland is a member of the EU, has high quality free schooling (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare. Read more about why the University of Helsinki is an excellent career choice: working at the University of Helsinki.

Please note that there will be a trial period of six months in the beginning of the employment contract.
 

Further information
 
Further information can be obtained from the Vice-director of Luomus, Dr Marko-Tapio Hyvärinen marko.hyvarinen@helsinki.fi, +358 (0)2941 24440
 
About Luomus

The Finnish Museum of Natural History LUOMUS (www.luomus.fi/en) is an independent institute of the University of Helsinki and the national museum in the field of natural history in Finland. The duties of LUOMUS are to amass, maintain and display its collections, and to conduct related research. The collections serve research, teaching, and public education in biology, geology, and biodiversity, and form part of the international network of natural history repositories. LUOMUS has four units: Botany, Zoology, Natural Sciences, and Biodiversity Informatics. The institute has a staff of c. 165. The Botany Unit has a permanent staff of 35 (10 of them in research positions) and approx. 30 temporary employees working in three teams: Mycology and Bryology Team, Vascular plants Team, and the Garden Team.

Stomatal Development and Plasticity research group at the Organismal and Evolutionary Research Programme, the University of Helsinki, Finland invites applications for a
 

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER/DOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY

This project aims to investigate how environmental fluctuations modify developmental processes at the molecular level by using stomatal lineage as a model system. Stomatal lineage behavior, and thus, stomata production is modulated by environmental information. Our research combines state-of-the-art molecular genetics, imaging, and plant-environment studies to assess regulation of stomatal developmental plasticity in leaves of the seed plants. We use Arabidopsis and Norway spruce as a model species. For further information about our work, please see: https://www.helsinki.fi/stomatal-development-and-plasticity. Successful candidate will lead a research project and collaborate with members of our research group to characterize molecular mechanisms regulating stomata production during leaf development. We offer dynamic, international, and supporting research environment and excellent training. We are affiliated to Centre of Excellence in Tree Biology, an interdisciplinary and welcoming research community (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/centre-of-excellence-in-tree-biology). 

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic postdoctoral fellow/doctoral researcher with independent and creative thinking skills. Postdoctoral candidate should have a doctoral degree in developmental biology, molecular or cell biology, or other relevant field and a proven record of excellence in this research field. Prior experience in 3D imaging and/or transcriptome analysis will be highly beneficial for this position. Doctoral candidate should have a master degree or related degree in similar fields and strong interest in developmental biology and molecular plant sciences. Candidate is expected to have good social skills and the ability to do research independently, and as a member of a team. Excellent writing and communication skills in English are essential.

The position is a fixed-term 2-year position. A trial period of 6 months will be applied. The position will be filled as agreed with selected candidate, latest in January 2024. The salary is defined in accordance with the University’s salary system for teaching and research personnel composed of task specific and personal performance components. The University offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, high-quality sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development.

How to apply

The application should include the following attachments as a single pdf-file (in English):

• a cover letter describing shortly your background and motivation to apply to this position (For example why you would like to join us and what would you bring?) (max. 1 page)

• Curriculum Vitae with a list of publications (if any) with a brief summary explaining your own contributions

• Names and contact information of two referees, who are willing to provide reference letters upon request

Submit your application through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the “Apply now” link below. Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) please submit your applications through the SAPFiori portal https://msap.sap.helsinki.fi/ .

The deadline for submitting the application is 11th of April 2023. For more information on the position, please contact Dr. Anne Vatén (anne.vaten(at)helsinki.fi)

If you need support with the recruitment system, please contact HR Specialist Harri Hamara (harri.hamara(at)helsinki.fi) or Jukka Kaario (jukka.kaario(at)helsinki.fi

Our community

Finland is one of the happiest country in the world offering a great environment fostering equality, equality of opportunities, the world’s best schooling system, and possibilities for work-family balance. University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender, linguistic and cultural background, or minority group. For more information, please visit https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki. The Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Research Programme of the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences comprises roughly 40 research groups, which employ 40 principal investigators and 120 researchers. The research programme is located in the Viikki science park equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation and comprehensive core facilities for molecular, biochemical and cell biological research. The Viikki Plant Science Centre offers a stimulating high impact research environment for plant biologists (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/viikki-plant-science-centre).

Postdoctoral researcher, single-cell spatial multi-omics

Postdoctoral fellowship in single-cell spatial multiomics in SPACE – EU project
The overall goal is to discover how the tumor cells evade the immune system in ovarian cancer, with prospects of leading to major scientific breakthroughs and successful translation of the findings into clinical trials. In the EU funded project SPACE, we aim to integrate genomic profiles (WES, shallow WGS, ctDNA, RNAseq), and single-cell spatial proteomic and transcriptomic data and associate the findings to clinical data using machine learning. Learn more about the project from our web pages: http://farkkilab.org/space

We are looking for an ambitious postdoc who is proficient in biostatistics/bioinformatics, and preferably have prior experience in Image processing&analysis or single cell data analysis. The successful candidate will be involved in image analysis projects leveraging multi-omics single- cell spatial data to apply and develop cutting-edge spatial analysis. The candidate is expected to lead independent projects, collaborate, and contribute to the common activities in the Färkkilä Lab. Basic knowledge and interest in cancer biology and immunology are necessary. The candidate should have excellent written and spoken English skills.

The researcher will be immersed in the rich interdisciplinary culture of the research program. We offer excellent training and coaching towards an ambitious career. Our mentality is to maintain a highly collaborative and enthusiastic atmosphere in the Lab and exploit the rich national and international scientific networks including leadership of the iCAN Precision Cancer Medicine flagship (www.ican.fi), and collaborations withing the global Ludwig Tumor Atlas (https://www.ludwigtumoratlas.org/), and world-leading cancer research centers Laboratory of Systems Pharmacology, Harvard Medical School (www.labsyspharm.org) and Netherlands cancer Institute (https://www.nki.nl).

The position is available as soon as the selected candidate is available, latest in August 2023. The project offers a 2-3 year fixed-term position. A trial period of 6 months will be applied. Salary will be around 3500-4000€/month.depend on the applicant’s skills, knowledge, and abilities based on the university salary system.

To apply send in a single PDF

1. Cover letter including three referees (max 1 page)
2. CV (max 2 pages)
3. Publication list

For further information contact anniina.farkkila(at)Helsinki.fi

Postdoctoral researcher, single-cell spatial multi-omics

We are looking for a skilled postdoctoral fellow with a computational, mathematical, statistical,  and/or bioinformatic background in genetics and functional genomics at the Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland  FIMM, Helsinki Institute of Life Science, HiLIFE in the research groups of Professor Aarno Palotie (Research Group Palotie) and Dr. Olli Pietiläinen (Research Group Pietiläinen). The position is part of research program that aims to discover biological mechanisms in schizophrenia and related neuropsychiatric disorders. The program bridges multidisciplinary group of researchers in the interface of genetic discoveries and multi-omic molecular biology using collections from over 500 000 genotyped participants from clinical and population studies with medical data. These include the FinnGen (https://www.finngen.fi/en)  and SUPER studies (https://www.superfinland.fi/english). The Palotie group applies modern large-scale genetic analysis approaches to discover genetic mechanisms in common diseases with focus on neurological, neurodevelopmental, and neuropsychiatric traits. Palotie leads major research efforts at the University of Helsinki and The Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. The Pietiläinen group combines state-of-art functional genomics and molecular cell biology approaches to understand how genetic risk factors identified in the disorders mediate their causative effects in human cells. The Pietiläinen laboratory is based at the Neuroscience Center and has close links with the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard (https://www.broadinstitute.org/stanley). 

Role description:

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on a multidisciplinary project that utilizes genomic and medical registry data from over 500 000 individuals and a collection human induce pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) from genetically defined patients and controls.  With these resources our goal is to model genetic and cellular processes involved in neuropsychiatric disorders.  We are looking for a person for planning, conducting, and supervising multifaceted analysis of genetic and multi-omic data generated from the study participants and human cellular models, including RNA sequencing, and proteomics. 

Key Requirements

We are looking for a highly motivated and creative person with a primary interest in molecular genetics and genomics data analysis to discover mechanisms in neurological disorders, and to work in multidisciplinary team of clinical, wet lab, and computational scientists. Candidates should have a PhD in bioinformatics, statistical genetics, applied statistics or mathematics with experience in genetic and/or functional genomics data analysis. We require previous experience and skills in research computing in high-performance cluster computing environment and/or cloud computing. The ideal candidate will have experience in at least one of the aforementioned areas, and a strong interest in the others. Previous experience genetics of neuropsychiatric disorders  and/or genomic approaches of in cellular models  is considered an advantage. 

The position is available from May 2023 onwards, or earlier, if required. It is a two-year fixed-term position, with a possibility of extension. Trial period of 6 months will be applied. 

The salary will be in accordance with qualifications based on the Finnish university salary (YPJ) system depending on the credentials, previous experience and performance of the postdoctoral researcher. Normal starting salary is 3443-3621 euros.

Please submit your application via the University of Helsinki Recruitment System by clicking the ‘Apply for the position button’ below. If you need support with the recruitment system, please contact recruitment@helsinki.fi. 

Please attach the following documents to your application as a single PDF file: 
– CV (including publications) 
– cover letter (maximum 1 page) that details your past experience and motivation 
– contact details of at least two references 

The deadline for applications is March 31st, 2023.  Interviews will be conducted either in person or online. For more information on the position, please contact Dr. Olli Pietiläinen (olli.pietilainen@helsinki.fi).

University of Helsinki 

The University of Helsinki (UH), founded in 1640, is a vibrant scientific community of 40,000 students and researchers. It is one of the leading multidisciplinary research universities and ranks among the top 100 international universities in the world. It is currently investing heavily in life sciences research. UH offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. 

Helsinki Institute of Life Science 

Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE) is a new institute established in 2017 that supports high quality life science research across the University campuses and faculties. HiLIFE builds on existing strengths and new recruits and partnerships to create an attractive international environment for researchers to solve grand challenges in health, food, and environment. HiLIFE coordinates research infrastructures in life sciences and provides research-based interdisciplinary training. 

Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland

The Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland (FIMM) is an international research unit focusing on human genomics and personalised medicine at the Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE) of the University of Helsinki – a leading Nordic university with a strong commitment to life science research. As part of Academic Medical Center Helsinki in Meilahti campus FIMM collaborates locally with the Faculty of Medicine, Helsinki University Hospital and National Institute for Health and Welfare. FIMM is part of the Nordic EMBL Partnership for Molecular Medicine, composed of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) and the centres for molecular medicine in Norway, Sweden and Denmark, and the EU-LIFE Community

HiLIFE -Neuroscience Center

The Neuroscience Center is an international research unit within Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE) of the University of Helsinki, a leading Nordic university with a strong commitment to life science research. The research focus of NC is on translational brain plasticity. We carry out research relevant for the human brain both in health and disease, and during development and aging, by applying versatile approaches and modern technology platforms. NC aims at making fundamental discoveries about brain functions and especially translate research findings into improvements in the treatment, prevention and diagnosis of psychiatric and neurological disorders. The research in NC spans across several scales from stem cell research and molecular neuroscience to systems and cognitive neuroscience in both animal and human models.The research groups of NC conduct research in neuroscience at the highest international level and actively apply the results for the benefit of the society. NC collaborates actively with other units of HiLIFE and faculties of the University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Central Hospital, and Neurocenter Finland.

The Faculty of Arts invites applications for a

DOCTORAL RESEARCHER

to a fixed-term employment from 01 May 2023 to 30 April 2024. The trial period is no more than 6 months. The position is in the Department of Cultures, and the doctoral researcher works for the project “The EU in the Volatile Indo-Pacific Region (EUVIP)”.

EUVIP aims at bringing Europe more prominently in the Indo-Pacific through answering the puzzle: How can the European Union (EU), an economically influential actor who lacks military power, play a more significant role in the Indo-Pacific, and contribute to maintaining the multilateral, rules-based regional order endangered by the Sino-US power rivalry? Through its concise training, research, communication, dissemination, and exploitation activities EUVIP will significantly contribute to shaping the new, rapidly developing academic field of Indo-Pacific Studies. The project will raise the awareness of the stakeholders (academia, civil society, politics, and broad public) of the strategic, political, and economic significance of the volatile Indo-Pacific region for Europe and for a values-based European approach towards this region. The doctoral researcher’s tasks in EUVIP is to assist in research and managing the project. There are sponsored trainings to our European partners’ universities to improve your skills and knowledge in this field. Basic info of the project can be found here: https://blogs.helsinki.fi/euviphelsinki/

A doctoral researcher’s main duty is their dissertation work and post-graduate studies. No more than 5 % of annual working time is used for teaching, and it is recommended that teaching is linked to the individual’s own research interest where possible.

SELECTION CRITERIA

An appointee to the position of doctoral researcher shall hold a second-cycle degree and the right to complete a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki or shall be granted the right to complete a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki during the trial period at the beginning of the employment relationship. Other requirements shall include an approved research proposal, the ability and motivation, as demonstrated in previous degree studies and otherwise, to pursue postgraduate studies and a doctoral degree according to the study plan and research proposal. In addition, a degree in Asian Studies and/or Political Sciences and language skills in Asian languages such as Chinese, Japanese, or Korean will be desired.

WHAT WE OFFER

The salary will be based on levels 2-4 the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance.

The University of Helsinki provides its staff with occupational health and sports services among other things (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki/staff-benefits).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

The application must be submitted through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the link below. Employees of the University of Helsinki must submit their applications through the SAP Fiori portal https://msap.sap.helsinki.fi.

The following documents must be attached to the application as a single pdf file called “lastname_firstname_doctoral”:

1. a cover letter
2. a CV
3. a list of publications

Please, see instructions https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-arts/faculty/instructions-applicants-teaching-and-research-positions.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.

The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants from a variety of gender identities, linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further information about the position can be obtained from Professor Julie Yu-Wen Chen julie.chen(at)helsinki.fi. Further information about the recruitment process can be obtained from HR Specialist Anni Kauppinen hr-humtdk(at)helsinki.fi.

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS ENDS 28 March, 2023 Helsinki Time.

The University of Helsinki Faculty of Arts (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-of-arts) is Finland’s oldest and largest unit of teaching and research in the arts in terms of the organisation and selection of its disciplines. The Faculty is also a significant international community of research, education and culture.

University of Helsinki is one of the world’s leading universities for multidisciplinary research. Helsinki Institute of Life Science HiLIFE is an independent research institute that supports high-quality life science research across University campuses and faculties. Institute of Biotechnology BI, a part of HiLIFE, is an internationally renowned research institute with an inclusive and curiosity-driven working culture. The research activities are carried out in research groups joined into three multidisciplinary research programs. The Institute hosts several shared research infrastructures, including cutting-edge facilities for cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM), light microscopy, sequencing, and proteomics. For more information, please visit https://www.helsinki.fi/hilife/bi.

The Laboratory of Structural Biology, headed by the Institute’s Director, Prof. Juha Huiskonen, is seeking a post-doctoral researcher holding a PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, or in a related field. In addition, the successful candidate will have a proven track record and research excellence in structural biology. Prior experience in membrane protein purification, cryo-EM, and/or tomography will be highly beneficial.

Your role is to carry out research on the structures and organization of proteins creating cell-cell contacts. We offer you a highly supportive, collaborative, and international research environment. Our research is aimed at understanding the structure and function of cellular macromolecular complexes and enveloped viruses. We apply a range of methods, including cryo-EM, advanced fluorescence microscopy methods, and correlative imaging. We are also active in developing computational methods for cryo-EM data processing. The working language of the laboratory is English. For more information, please visit https://www.helsinki.fi/lsb.

The salary is defined in accordance with the University’s salary system for teaching and research personnel (ca. 3200¬–3600 euros/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience). The position is initially made for three years, with the possibility of renewal at the senior postdoctoral level. A trial period of six months will be applied. The position will be filled as soon as possible, or as agreed with the selected candidate.

University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender, linguistic and cultural background, or minority group. The University offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care, supported access to high-quality sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. For more information, please visit https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki.

The deadline for the applications is March 31, 2023, but candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Please contact Juha Huiskonen (juha.huiskonen(at)helsinki.fi) for more information about the position and to discuss the research plan in more detail.
 
To apply, please send (in a single PDF document) a cover letter describing your previous research achievements and motivation to apply, your detailed CV including a list of publications (highlighting the five most relevant ones with a brief summary explaining your own contribution), as well as contact information for at least two references (ideally including your PhD supervisor). Submit your application through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the “Apply now” link below. 

The University of Helsinki is one of the world’s leading universities for multidisciplinary research. HiLIFE Helsinki Institute of Life Science is a research institute that supports high quality life science research across the University campuses and faculties. The research activities at the Institute of Biotechnology consist of several research teams focusing on a specific area of cell and developmental biology, genomics and evolutionary biology, or structural biology. For more information, please visit https://www.helsinki.fi/en/hilife-institute-of-biotechnology.

The “Vertebrate Evolution, Development and Regeneration” group of Research Director Nicolas Di-Poi at the Institute of Biotechnology investigates a number of questions central to our understanding of craniofacial evolution and development in vertebrates. As an innovative approach, the laboratory takes advantage of squamate reptile models (lizards and snakes) to elucidate the developmental genetic basis of vertebrate craniofacial diversity but also to provide an evolutionary context to developmental disorders. Reptiles represent key emerging model systems in Evo-Devo as they display an exceptional array of life-styles, ecologies, morphologies, and regenerative capacities.

All projects of the research group combine state-of-the-art methods such as cellular biology, molecular embryology, genetics, geometric morphometrics, epigenetics, comparative omics, and theoretical modeling, which offer an interdisciplinary environment for research collaboration and training (see e.g., Science Advances 7:eabj7912(2021), Nature Communication 12:6001 (2021), Nature Communication 10:5560 (2019), eLife 8:e47702 (2019), Nature Communication 9:376 (2018)). The exact project plan for the new positions will be discussed during interview.

The group is seeking for two dedicated and enthusiastic post-doctoral researchers holding a PhD degree in Cell & Developmental Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Bioinformatics, or similar. In addition, the Postdoctoral candidates will have a proven record of excellence in the above-mentioned research areas. Previous experience with multi-omics or 3D imaging data analysis and wet-lab work would be an asset for the positions. 

The salary is defined in accordance with the University salary system for teaching and research personnel (ca. 3200-3600 euros/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience). The positions are for a fixed-term of 2-3 years with possible extension. A trial period of six months will be applied. The positions will be filled as soon as possible, or as agreed with the selected candidates. The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care, supported access to high quality sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development.

The deadline for the applications is March 31, 2023, but candidates will be considered until the positions are filled. For more information, please contact Nicolas Di-Poï (nicolas.di-poi(at)helsinki.fi).

To apply, please send (in a single pdf document of max 5 pages) a cover letter describing your previous research and motivation, your detailed CV including a list of publications, as well as contact information for at least 2 references (including PhD supervisor). Submit your application through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the “Apply” link below.