10.4.2018 | Ajankohtaista
The University of Oulu (http://www.oulu.fi/english/) is one of the largest universities in Finland, with approximately 14 000 students and 3 000 employees. The University of Oulu Graduate School (UniOGS) (http://www.oulu.fi/uniogs/) provides the framework and conditions for high-quality, research-driven doctoral education at the University of Oulu, and field-specific doctoral training is provided by its multidisciplinary doctoral programmes. Biocenter Oulu (BCO) (http://www.oulu.fi/biocenter/) offers a high-level international multidisciplinary environment supplied with cutting-edge infrastructures. Under this framework, the Health and Biosciences Doctoral Programme (HBS-DP) (http://www.oulu.fi/uniogs/dp/hbsdp) offers doctoral training in cell and molecular biology, molecular medicine, genetics, structural biology, bioinformatics, biocomputing, medicine, health sciences, and interdisciplinary topics.
Applications are invited for a full-time doctoral student position for a maximum of four years, starting at the earliest on 01.07.2018 in a Biocenter Oulu research project headed by Professor Karl-Heinz Herzig, MD, PhD in the Biomedicine research unit, Faculty of Medicine.
The consortium consisting of the teams of Professors Markku Savolainen, Karl-Heinz Herzig and Marjo-Riitta Järvelin investigate the molecular mechanisms of and pathways to metabolic syndrome (MetSyn). Multiple factors through the life-course have been related to the increased risk of developing a MetSyn. The muscle / physical activity has an important role in the initiation and progression of MetSyn. Our own work suggests that muscle activity has a significant effect on cardiometabolic functions (Herzig et al 2014; 2017, 2018). In the planned investigations, we will use human data, interventions, but also in vivo and in vitro models to elucidate the mechanisms of actions. The position will be supervised by Prof. Herzig and the post-doctoral scientists in his team. For more info please see the team’s web site: http://cc.oulu.fi/~fysiowww/KHHmpr.html.
Requirements
The candidate must possess a Master’s degree or an equivalent degree (e.g. licentiate) in biology or related sciences. The degree should be obtained with very good grades by the end of June 2018. Understanding regulatory systems in human physiology and previous lab work with volunteers would be beneficial. The ability to pursue independent research and excellent writing and fluency in English is expected. The doctoral student position is intended for an Early Stage Researcher (ESR) who, according to the ”European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers”, is defined as a researcher in the first four years (full-time equivalent) of his/her research activity, including the period of research training. Applicants will be either starting their doctoral training, or will have completed no more than two full years of training (adjusted for possible previous part-time status) at the time the position is filled. The selected candidate will carry out his/her doctoral studies in the Health and Biosciences Doctoral Programme of the University of Oulu Graduate School (UniOGS) and must meet the minimal requirements to receive doctoral study rights as defined in http://www.oulu.fi/uniogs/requirements_for_admission.Salary
The salary of the selected doctoral student will be set on levels 2 – 4 of the national salary scale for the teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a supplementary remuneration will be given for personal achievement and performance (max. 46.3%). The total salary for these levels (before tax) currently ranges from about 2005 to 3657 Euros/month for full-time employment.
Application
Applications must be submitted using the electronic application form by 11th of May, 2018, 24:00 (Finnish local time), with the following attachments as three separate pdf files (please note that the online system has a maximum size limit of attachments):
- Complete CV containing contact information of at least two academic referees
- Motivation letter describing prior knowledge and research interests and career plans
- Certificates/Diplomas: Scanned electronic copies of diplomas and transcripts of the records of relevant previous degrees. If the original documents are not in English, Finnish or Swedish, each document must be accompanied by an official certified translation into English or Finnish.
Other relevant information
The eligible applicants fitting best in the research profile expected for the position may be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified when the selection process is completed.
Contact
– Prof. Karl-Heinz Herzig, MD, PhD, e-mail: karl-heinz.herzig (at) oulu.fi
– Concerning the general requirements and application procedures: Coordinator Ritva Saastamoinen, e-mail: ritva.saastamoinen (at) oulu.fi
Link to the call announcement and electronic application system:
10.4.2018 | Ajankohtaista
Laboratory Assistant – VTT, Espoo
Job description
Laboratory assistant for media kitchen
Form of employment: Full time, Fixed term
Locations: Espoo, Finland
Job area: Research and Development
Application period: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 – Sunday, April 15, 2018
With us you will be responsible for
We are seeking to hire a laboratory assistant to work in our media kitchen. The work involves making laboratory solutions and microbial growth media for the research projects involving bacteria, yeast, and filamentous fungi. The work may also involve helping out with laboratory experiments on occasion.
We expect you to have
The candidate should have a laboratory assistant training. Work experience in molecular biology research would be an additional benefit. The work requires precise and accurate laboratory measurement skills. Spoken and written English skills are important, since we work in an international environment.
As a person you are
Laboratory assistants need to be dependable, precise, skillful in the lab, work well with other team members, and contribute to a good working environment.
We offer
At VTT you have the opportunity to work on challenging and interesting assignments in our well-equipped R&D environment as part of our internationally oriented and highly trained personnel. At VTT you can also have flexible working hours, good personal development prospects and the benefits of a large employer.
The position for a 2-year fixed-term. If our project portfolio continues to grow and there is a mutual interest in continuing your employment at VTT then a prolongation of the position is possible.
For further information
If you have questions about the position, please contact Christopher Landowski, the leader of the Protein Production Team, christopher.landowski@vtt.fi.
10.4.2018 | Ajankohtaista
Laborantti – Orion Corporation – Tengströminkatu 8 , Turku
Job description
Meitä Orionilaisia on 3400 yli 20 maassa ja työskentelemme hyvinkin erilaisissa tehtävissä. Joukostamme löytyy niin tutkijoita ja laborantteja kuin insinöörejä ja IT-asiantuntijoitakin sekä tuotantotyöntekijöitä ja monia muita. Tarjoamme työntekijöillemme monipuolisia sekä vastuullisia tehtäviä aidosti monialaisessa ympäristössä. Kannustamme oman osaamisen kehittämiseen ja tarjoamme mahdollisuuden vaikuttaa työtehtäviin ja oman urapolun luomiseen Orionilla. Me etsimme oman alansa huipputekijöitä, jotka jakavat aidon innostuksemme siihen, mitä teemme.
Tehtävän kuvaus
Haemme Orionin laadunvalvontaan dynaamista ja ratkaisukeskeistä laboranttia. Työskentelet osana tiimiä, jonka tehtävänä on raaka-aineiden analysointi ja/tai menetelmänsiirto-/verifiointianalyysien tekeminen suunnitelman ja aikataulun mukaisesti. Työhön kuuluu dokumentointia ja raportointia GMP-ympäristössä. Työ on määräaikainen jatkuen 2018 vuoden loppuun asti.
Yksikön kuvaus
Kemiallinen laadunvalvonta vastaa valmisteiden, raaka-aineiden ja pakkausmateriaalien loppukontrolli-ja säilyvyysseuranta-analyyseistä. Laboratorioissamme työskentelee noin 150 alan ammattilaista Espoossa, Turussa ja Salossa.
Tarjoamme
Tarjoamme sinulle mielenkiintoisen ja monipuolisen työkokonaisuuden menetelmänsiirtoanalytiikan parissa osana Orionin laboratorioiden kehittämisprojektia. Oman työn merkityksellisyys ja halu edistää hyvinvointia ovat avaintekijöitä henkilöstömme viihtyvyydessä. Tervetuloa rakentamaan hyvinvointia kanssamme!
Edellytykset
Toivomme sinulla olevan jonkin verran työkokemusta vastaavista tehtävistä sekä tehtävään sopiva koulutus (esim. laborantti, laboratorioanalyytikko). Tulet mukaan kehityshankkeeseen, joten arvostamme dynaamista otetta asioiden eteenpäin viemiseksi, sekä ratkaisujen ja tulosten aikaansaamista. Tulet tehtävässä myös tarvitsemaan hyviä yhteistyötaitoja.
Haluatko tietää tehtävästä lisää? Kaisa Hovi, QC Manager, Materials kertoo sinulle mielellään enemmän p. 050 9664 324 9.4. klo 14-15, 12.4. klo 14-15 tai 17.4. klo 14-15
10.4.2018 | Ajankohtaista
Scientific Medical Writer – Experis Finland, Helsinki
Job description
Our client is an international forerunner in the field of life sciences specialized in innovative health care, agriculture and high-tech materials and solutions designed to sustainably improve the quality of life. They are now looking for a
SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL WRITER
to act as the medical writing expert responsible for writing and editing of study level documents.
In this position, your core tasks consist of the preparation of clinical study protocols and reports as a member of the Global Medical Writing group. Your responsibilities include assuring high quality and timely preparation of clinical documents and collaboration with study teams forms a big part of your daily work. At advanced level, you are also involved in preparation of marketing authorization applications.
We offer you a stable position in Espoo region with a starting date in Q2 of 2018.
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree e.g. in cell and molecular biology, or other related field in natural, medical or pharmaceutical sciences (PhD).
- Strong knowledge in scientific writing and pharmacokinetics in oncology area.
- Excellent project management and leadership skills.
- Strong writing and oral communication skills in English are essential due to the global scope of the position.
- Analytical and rational thinking skills and an ability to work efficiently, precisely and independently also under tight schedules.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability and flexibility to work in global environment.
- Excellent MS Word skills and good knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
- Previous medical writing experience, familiarity with clinical development, statistics, and regulatory submission requirements are seen as benefits.
Interested?
Apply for the position as soon as possible by clicking the “Hae/Apply” button and registering your CV.
For further information, please contact Experis Recruitment Consultant Annika Fernandez (Annika.fernandez@fi.experis.com).
10.4.2018 | Ajankohtaista
Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Cell Biology – University of Oulu
Job description
The University of Oulu in Northern Finland, with approximately 16,000 students and 3,000 employees, is an international, multidisciplinary research university with a rich pool of creative and intellectual talent. The strengths of the University include broad, multidisciplinary research interests, a modern research and study environment, and wide cooperation with international research and educational institutes (An open postdoctoral position is available in the field of molecular cell biology within the structural biology research group of Dr Lari Lehtiö (The position is located at the Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (FBMM)
Subject Field And Description Of The Position
The research focus for the position within a structural and chemical biology team will be on setting up various cell assays as well as participation to structural and functional studies of human tankyrases and complexes formed with other proteins.The details of the research project will be mutually agreed upon, based on the qualifications, interests, and expertise of the candidate. Candidates with expertise on structural biology, cell biology or other supporting techniques will be considered.
The duration of the position is 2 years ending in August 31, 2020. The starting date is August 1, 2018, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Required Qualifications And Assessment
The successful applicant must hold a PhD degree in cell biology, biophysics, structural biology, biochemistry or a related field. Candidates whose PhD thesis has been submitted by the application deadline will also be eligible. Experience with molecular cell biology, recombinant protein expression different hosts, post-translational modifications, X-ray crystallography and cryo-EM will be considered as assets.Fluency in both written and spoken English, as well as good communication and teamwork skills are required. Demonstrated experience in writing scientific publications, potential in acquiring supplementary funding and teaching experience will be taken as merits. When assessing the applicant’s qualifications, issues to be considered will include scientific publications, supervision experience, activity in the scientific community and familiarity with the research field.As part of the FBMM, the duties may also include supervising scientific research of BSc, MSc, and PhD students. Participation in teaching within the faculty curriculum and in acquiring research funding is expected.A six-month trial period will be effective in the beginning of a 2-year contract that may be extended based on performance and availability of funding.
Salary
The salary will be based on level 5 or 6 of the demand level chart for university-level teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (maximum of 46.3 % of the job-specific component). The salary is in practice roughly 3,300 – 4,100 € / month, depending on qualifications, performance, and experience.
Application Procedure
The following documents must be attached to the application (in English):
- Curriculum vitae including a list of publications
- Motivation letter with brief description of research merits and experience
- Contact information of two persons who may be asked to give a statement of the candidate
Applications, together with all relevant enclosures, must be submitted using the electronic application form by 31.5.2018. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Interview
The top candidates for the post may be interviewed and asked to present their scientific work and experience.
For Further Information Regarding The Filling Of This Post
Dr Lari Lehtiö, group leader, University of Oulu, Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, email: lari.lehtio(at)oulu.fiTiina Hurskainen, HR Manager, email: tiina.hurskainen(at)oulu.f
9.4.2018 | Ajankohtaista
We have a position open for a postdoctoral researcher in a team focusing on structural biology and drug discovery. Information on our team and projects can be found from our web pages: http://www.oulu.fi/biocenter/groups/lehtio
More details regarding the position can be found in the following link. Application forms are available also through the link and applications are accepted only through the web-based system.
Applications, together with all relevant enclosures, must be submitted using the electronic application form by 31.5.2018. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
3.4.2018 | Ajankohtaista
There is an opening for a motivated Postdoctoral Fellow in the research laboratory of Paul Campbell, PhD, in the Cancer Biology Program at Fox Chase Cancer Center (FCCC) in Philadelphia, PA, USA. The lab focuses on gastrointestinal cancers, particularly pancreatic cancer, and the microenvironment signaling that drives cancer progression. We are interested in basic and translational science approaches that ultimately lead to improved therapeutics. The lab resides in the newly-formed Marvin and Concetta Greenberg Pancreatic Cancer Institute within FCCC.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in identifying novel mechanisms that promote the development of cancer from early lesions through to metastatic disease, using fundamental mechanisms discovered in model systems as a starting point. Familiarity with methods for manipulating gene expression and signaling in mammalian cultured cells and mouse models, as well as experience in molecular biology are desired. Please provide a brief summary of future career plans in your application.
Interested candidates should send curriculum vitae, a brief description of research experience, and names of three references to Dr. Paul Campbell (email: paul.campbell@fccc.edu).
29.3.2018 | Ajankohtaista
Open position for a doctoral student in the team of Dr Lari Lehtiö at the University of Oulu. The project focuses on structure and inhibition of ADP-ribosyltransferases. Information on our team and projects can be found from our web pages: http://www.oulu.fi/biocenter/groups/lehtio
More details regarding the position can be found in the following link
Application forms are available also through the link and applications are accepted only through the web-based system.
Deadline for applications is 30.4.2018.
28.3.2018 | Ajankohtaista
Bioanalyytikko – Biolääketieteen yksikkö, Itä-Suomen yliopisto (Kuopion kampus)
| Bioanalyytikko |
Itä-Suomen yliopisto on yksi Suomen suurimmista monialaisista tiedeyliopistoista. Tarjoamme opetusta lähes sadassa pääaineessa. Opiskelijoita on noin 15 500 ja työllistämme 2 500 henkilöä. Toimimme 1.8.2018 alkaen kahdella kampuksella Joensuussa ja Kuopiossa.Kansainvälisissä yliopistojen vertailuissa sijoitumme maailman parhaiden joukkoon.
Terveystieteiden tiedekunta toimii Itä-Suomen yliopiston Kuopion kampuksella. Tiedekunnassa koulutetaan lääkäreitä, hammaslääkäreitä, ravitsemusterapeutteja, farmaseutteja ja proviisoreja sekä muita keskeisiä asiantuntijoita terveydenhuollon eri aloille. Tiedekunta on hyvin tutkimusintensiivinen. Kansainvälisesti korkeatasoinen ja monitieteinen tutkimus kytkeytyy vahvasti yliopiston strategiassa tunnistettuihin tutkimusalueisiin. Tiedekunnassa on noin 2 500 perustutkinto-opiskelijaa ja noin 450 jatko-opiskelijaa. Henkilökuntaa tiedekunnassa on 680. http://www.uef.fi/fi/ttdk
Haettavana on
bioanalyytikon tehtävä (biolääketiede), lääketieteen laitos, biolääketieteen yksikkö, Kuopion kampus (vakanssi no 31129)
Työtehtäviisi kuuluvat erityyppisten solu- ja molekyylibiologisten analyysien suorittaminen, kuten qPCR-analyysit, Western blot- ja ELISA-määritykset ja immunohistokemialliset värjäykset sekä tutkimustulosten itsenäinen käsittely (mm. Excel-taulukkolaskenta). Teet myös soluviljelyä, erilaisia solukokeita ja huolehdit soluviljelylaboratorion organisoinnista. Lisäksi huolehdit tutkimuslaboratorioiden ylläpidosta sekä tarvittavien liuosten valmistuksesta.
Sinulla on vähintään ammattikorkeakoulututkinto soveltuvalta alalta. Toivomme, että olet oma-aloitteinen, organisointi- ja yhteistyökykyinen sekä kykenet itsenäiseen työhön. Toivomme, että sinulla on aiempaa kokemusta työskentelystä tutkimusryhmässä ja/tai biolääketieteellisessä tutkimuslaboratoriossa. Hyvä suullinen ja kirjallinen englanninkielen taito on välttämätön edellytys työskennellessäsi kansainvälisessä työyhteisössämme.
Tehtävä täytetään toistaiseksi 01.06.2018 alkaen (tai sopimuksen mukaan).
Tehtävän palkkaus määräytyy yliopistojen muun henkilöstön palkkausjärjestelmän vaativuustasolle 6-7 (2 063,59 – 2 224,75 €/kk). Tehtäväkohtaisen palkanosan lisäksi maksetaan henkilökohtaiseen suoriutumiseen perustuvaa palkanosaa, joka on enintään 46,3 % tehtäväkohtaisesta palkanosasta.
Uuden työntekijän tullessa yliopiston palvelukseen käytetään koeaikaa.
Lisätietoja: Biolääketieteen yksikön johtaja Anitta Mahonen, 029 4454 243 anitta.mahonen@uef.fi ja hakumenettelyn osalta henkilöstösihteeri Eleonora Tikkanen, 029 4454 278, eleonora.tikkanen@uef.fi.
Sähköiseen hakemukseen tulee liittää:
– ansioluettelo
– kopiot tutkintotodistuksista ja kielitaitoa osoittavista todistuksista, ellei kielitaito ilmene tutkintotodistuksista
– motivaatiokirje
Hakemus tulee jättää viimeistään 13.4.2018 sähköisellä hakulomakkeella |
28.3.2018 | Ajankohtaista
We are looking for a team leader or senior researcher in computational epigenomics to join our multidisciplinary and international team of experts in the Computational Biomedicine group at Turku Bioinformatics Unit, Turku Centre for Biotechnology, University of Turku and Åbo Akademi University. The position is for two years, starting from 1.5.2018. Starting date is negotiable and continuation of the project is possible.
Turku Centre for Biotechnology (www.btk.fi) is a joint department of University of Turku (www.utu.fi) and Åbo Akademi University, providing high-end technologies and expertise to academic and industrial researchers and a stimulating multidisciplinary and international research environment. Turku Bioinformatics Unit and the Computational Biomedicine Group of Dr. Laura Elo (www.btk.fi/research/research-groups/elo) develops computational data analysis tools and mathematical models for biomedical research, with the eventual goal of improving the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of complex diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and cancer. A specific focus is on analysing and interpreting data generated by modern high-throughput biotechnologies, such as deep sequencing and mass-spectrometry proteomics.
The work involves processing and analysing high-throughput next-generation sequencing data to answer complex biomedical questions. The specific focus area is epigenomics in close collaboration with the Finnish Functional Genomics Centre. The projects involve development and application of computational and statistical methods for the analysis of high-dimensional molecular and clinical datasets with focus on complex diseases. In addition to method development, the work covers implementation and benchmarking of existing tools and workflows. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team with backgrounds in mathematics, statistics, computer science, bioinformatics, biology and medicine, ensuring that there are competent additional personnel to assist in the projects as needed. He/She will also be tightly connected with the national and international collaborators, including a close connection to clinical and experimental teams. The team leader/senior researcher has the opportunity to target the research according to his/her own research interests within the projects running at Turku Bioinformatics Unit and to lead a team within the Unit. The salary is in accordance with the university salary system (for teaching and research personnel) level 5-7 where the work specific salary component is 2865.30-3851.33€/month. In addition, there is a share increase based on personal performance, which is at most 46.3% of the base salary. There is a trial period of four months.
We are looking for highly motivated scientist with expertise in bioinformatics, biostatistics, machine learning and/or epigenomics. We will consider candidates with outstanding potential and established excellence in research, proven by scientific publications in high impact international journals. Particular attention is paid also to success in research funding applications. The candidate should have high level of motivation, self-initiative and independency. The candidate should hold a PhD degree. An optimal candidate has international research experience and experience in supervision of students. Good communication skills in English, both oral and written, are essential. Experience with R, Matlab or other mathematical software is required.
The applications should be submitted at the latest on 15.4.2018 using the electronic system.