Doctoral Researcher/Project Researcher to B cell lymphoma vesicle research – University of Turku
19.8.2023Academy Research Fellow Saara Hämälistö is looking for a Doctoral Researcher to join her research group. The position is fixed-term until 31.8.2025. Preferable starting is 09/2023, but it is negotiable.
The research group studies the lysosome and extracellular vesicle (EV) function in B cell lymphomas. B cells are known for their crucial role in production of antibodies against pathogens; however, they play other critical roles in e.g. tumorigenesis and in autoimmune disorders. The research group aims to characterize the features of pathogenic B cell vesicles in terms of their activation mechanisms and intercellular communication. The research utilizes state-of-the-art techniques e.g. high-resolution fluorescence and electron microscopy and three-dimensional cell culture models. The group is located at the Medisiina D (University of Turku) and FICAN West Cancer Centre.
Qualifications
The applicant must have a higher university degree (e.g. Master’s degree) in cell biology, biomedical imaging, biomedicine, or biochemistry or other equivalent field. The candidate should be highly motivated to aim at PhD, have good communication skills and be self-initiative. Fluency in English is a requirement. The work will include cell culture, bioimaging, quantitative image analysis, molecular biology and flow cytometry. Any previous experience on the aforementioned techniques is beneficial but not mandatory for the applicant.
The qualification requirements of the position are available on the University of Turku Rules of Procedure. In case the selected candidate does not yet have the right to study for a doctoral degree at the University of Turku, the title of Project Researcher will be used at first, and the study right for a doctoral degree should be applied in the next suitable call. For additional information, please see University of Turku Graduate School (UTUGS) and Doctoral Programmes and note the language requirements for admission.
Salary
The salary is based on the salary system of university teaching and research staff. It consists of a task-specific salary component and personal performance salary component. The task-specific salary component of a Project Researcher/Doctoral Researcher is at level 2–4. The component based on personal performance is 6–50% of the task-specific salary. The task-specific salary component of an entry-level Doctoral Researcher is typically on level 2, in which case the salary is approximately 2313-2400 € per month at the beginning of the employment relationship. Salaried positions in Finland automatically include payments to a pension fund, unemployment funds, an extensive occupational healthcare, affordable sports services and even a holiday allowance.
A six (6) month trial period applies to the positions.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted no later than 29 August 2023 (23:59 Finnish time) via the University of Turku electronic application form at www.utu.fi/careers (“Apply for the job”).
Applications should contain a copy of degree certificate, CV and a motivation letter. Please provide also the names and contact details of two professional references on the form. For further information about the position, please contact Saara Hämälistö, saara.hamalisto@utu.fi
In case you need help with the application process, please turn to HR Secretary Päivi Aalto, paiaal(at)utu.fi, +358 50 313 6830.
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