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Erikoislaboratoriomestari – Jyväskylän yliopiston liikuntatieteellinen tiedekunta

3.6.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://rekry.saima.fi/certiahome/open_job_view.html?did=5600&jc=2&id=00007391&lang=fi&fbclid=IwAR0Jz5Db0XeisdcSl3vpwgn_qY1PF2024DmkEkpVu3m6jdAYcBSvthTpNjI

Jyväskylän keskustassa sijaitsevan yliopiston kauniilla puistokampuksella sykkii monitieteinen ja moderni tiedeyliopisto – ihmisläheinen ja dynaaminen yhteisö, jonka 2 500 asiantuntijaa ja 15 000 opiskelijaa etsivät ja löytävät vastauksia huomisen kysymyksiin. Jyväskylän yliopisto on ollut tulevaisuuden palveluksessa jo vuodesta 1863, jolloin suomenkielinen opettajankoulutus sai alkunsa täältä. Voimanlähteenämme on moniarvoinen vuoropuhelu tutkimuksen, koulutuksen ja yhteiskunnan välillä. Vaalimme tutkimuksen ja koulutuksen tasapainoa sekä ajattelun avoimuutta – sytytämme taidon, tiedon ja intohimon elää viisaasti ihmiskunnan parhaaksi.


Haettavana on
erikoislaboratoriomestarin tehtävä 1.8.2019 alkaen toistaiseksi.

Liikuntatieteiden koulutus ja tutkimus on keskitetty maassamme Jyväskylän yliopiston liikuntatieteelliseen tiedekuntaan. Liikuntaa ja terveyttä, niiden välisiä yhteyksiä sekä liikunnan ja terveyden edistämistä tarkastellaan monitieteisesti, päämääränä terveyden, toimintakyvyn ja hyvinvoinnin lisääminen elämänkulun eri vaiheissa.  

Tiedekunnan valtakunnallisiin tehtäviin kuuluu keskeisesti liikunnan- ja terveystiedon sekä terveystieteiden (fysioterapia) opettajankoulutus. Tiedekunnassa on liikuntatieteiden ja terveystieteiden koulutusalat. Tiedekunnassa on kolme tieteenalaryhmää: liikuntabiologia, liikunnan käyttäytymis-yhteiskuntatieteet ja terveystieteet. Tiedekunnassa toimii kolme tutkimuskeskusta: Neuromuscular Research Center, Gerontologian tutkimuskeskus sekä Terveyden edistämisen tutkimuskeskus.  

Erikoislaboratoriomestarin tehtävä sijoittuu liikuntatieteellisen tiedekunnan 10-henkiseen laboratoriotiimiin. Erikoislaboratoriomestarin tehtävänä on hallinnoida laboratorioympäristön tila- ja laitevarausjärjestelmää, koordinoida tutkimusprojektien ja opetuksen tarpeita sekä avustaa pienhankintojen ja laitehankintojen tekemisessä. Erikoislaboratoriomestari osallistuu myös suoritus- ja toimintakykylaboratoriossa toteutettavien tutkimusten mittauksiin ja tuottaa niistä perusanalyyseja sekä muutoin avustaa tutkimusten toteuttamisessa. Lisäksi tehtävään voi sisältyä mittauslaitteiden kunnossapitoa ja kehittämistä yhteistyössä teknisen pajan henkilöstön kanssa. Erikoislaboratoriomestarin työtehtäviin kuuluu myös laboratoriossa työskentelevien tutkijoiden ja opiskelijoiden (kandidaatti-, maisteri- ja tohtoriopiskelijat) avustamista, neuvontaa ja ohjausta.

Hakijalta edellytetään soveltuvaa AMK tai yliopistotutkintoa tai vastaavaa koulutusta. Hakijalta edellytetään osaamista ja työkokemusta projektikoordinaatiosta sekä ICT-taitoja. Eduksi katsotaan aikaisempi kokemus laboratoriossa työskentelystä, signaalinkäsittelytaidot ja tiedonhallintataidot. Tehtävän menestyksellistä hoitamista edesauttavat hyvä englannin kielen taito, kyky sekä itsenäiseen työskentelyyn että tiimityöhön ja analyyttinen sekä kriittinen oman työn arviointi ja kehittäminen.

Laboratoriomestarin tehtäväkohtainen palkanosa määräytyy yliopistojen palkkausjärjestelmän muun henkilöstön tehtävien vaativuustason 6 (2 092,99 €/kk) perusteella. Lisäksi maksetaan henkilökohtaiseen työstä suoriutumiseen perustuvaa palkanosaa 6-50 % tehtäväkohtaisesta palkanosasta.


Tehtävää täytettäessä käytetään kuuden kuukauden koeaikaa.

Lisätietoja:   apulaisprofessori Neil Cronin, neil.j.cronin@jyu.fi, puh.+358408053735.


Sähköiseen hakulomakkeeseen tulee liittää:

1) Hakemus
2) Ansioluettelo (cv)
3) Muu liite, jolla hakija haluaa osoittaa kelpoisuutensa ja ansionsa tehtävään.

Hakemus tulee jättää viimeistään 6.6.2019 sähköisellä hakulomakkeella.

Biomarker scientist – Charles River, Kuopio

30.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://jobs.criver.com/job/Kuopio-Biomarker-Scientist-IS-70210/561750400/?fbclid=IwAR2IkZmDakFrPjQYju0wBoDyHbpJ1gMfU7962YmiQmpw1NN-U3oALq8Ohqk

Biomarker Scientist

Req ID #:  44673 Location: 

Kuopio, IS, FI, 70210

For over 70 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Scientist, Neuroimmunology and immunohistochemistry

We are looking for a scientist with proven track of experience in ex vivo molecular and cellular neuroscience.

The position requires expertise in immunology and immunohistochemistry in basic science and preferably drug discovery using preclinical models of CNS.

In this position you will be independently leading projects focusing to relevant ex vivo endpoints of efficacy in animal models, including e.g. PD, AD, MS and injury-triggered animal models.

You have a strong expertise in various types of ex vivo analysis and interpretation of biomarkers derived from preclinical in vivo models. You have strong background e.g. in multiparameter flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, cytokine profiling, supporting immune function assessment.

You are independently able to manage planning, coordination, supervision and execution of the ex vivo part of client projects and ensuring the scientific excellence including data analysis and reporting of the results. Scientist will be working closely with other teams and clients. In addition to client projects, scientist will be involved R&D activities including validations of new markers and assays to support ex vivo readouts.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Higher education degree in biological science (MSc) with 3+ years of experience, preferably PhD degree
  • Pharmaceutical industry, Preclinical Contract Research Organization or academic post-doctoral experience will be an asset.
  • Good problem solving skills, ability to coordinate and prioritize
  • Scientific expertise with demonstrable understanding of ex vivo techniques and neuroimmunology as a component in CNS diseases
  • Understanding of key features of in vivo pharmacology studies and drug development process in neurology and psychiatry
  • Hands on experience in development, optimization and validation of immunohistochemistry targets in CNS tissues
  • Hands on experience in development, optimization and validation of multi-color flow cytometry, data analysis and troubleshooting using multiparametric data analysis
  • Experience in other immunological techniques like in vitro cell cultures, Luminex, ELISA, gene expression analysis (qPCR, QuantiGene Plex) will be an asset
  • Fluent oral and written English, excellent communication skills, interpersonal and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to mentor and train staff will be an asset

About Discovery

Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 320 patents and 74 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 11,000 employees within 70 facilities in 18 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges.  Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. And in 2016, revenue increased by 23.3% to $1.68 billion from $1.36 billion in 2015.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of ~70% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2016.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.


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PhD project in inflammation and infections group at the Haartman Institute, University of Helsinki

27.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

PhD project in inflammation and infections group

PhD project is available in the research group led by Dr. Karita Haapasalo at the Department of Bacteriology and Immunology, Haartman Institute. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic MSc of MD with a research interest in immunology and inflammatory diseases. The project is suitable for a applicant with a knowledge of immunology, microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology or other relevant field. After a four months trial period there is an opportunity to continue the project and apply for PhD studentship.

To apply, please send a CV including course evaluation records and Master’s diploma, a short cover letter explaining motivation to scientific research and names and contact details of at least two referees as one single document to karita.haapasalo@helsinki.fi. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

See more information here: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/inflammation-and-infections

Postdoctoral position(s) available with a strong background in cell biology/mitochondrial biology at the University of Helsinki

27.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

Postdoctoral position(s) available in autumn 2019 at the University of Helsinki

Our lab studies mitochondrial morphogenesis and dynamics. More specifically, we focus on the molecular mechanism of mitochondrial membrane architectural organization and factors involved in regulation of mitochondrial shape, dynamics, and their functional link to mitochondrial diseases.

We are looking for highly motivated individual(s) with a strong background in cell biology/mitochondrial biology, and biochemistry.

For more information, please refer to the relevant publication:

Wang L, Yan Z, Vihinen H, Eriksson O, Wang W, Soliymani R, Lu Y, Xue Y, Jokitalo E, Li J, Zhao H* (2018) FAM92A1 Is a BAR Domain Protein Required for Mitochondrial Ultrastructure and Function. J. Cell Biol. 218:97-111.

Please send a cover letter with short description of your research interests and previous experience, current CV, and names of three references to Hongxia.zhao@helsinki.fi .

Senior Scientist, Molecular Biology – Orion, Turku

26.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/1279827721/?refId=ff6009b5-3f49-4aed-8fab-1c1828bdd5c9&trk=eml-vjr-similar-job-title&midToken=AQFgumZyIt6sOQ&trkEmail=eml-email_jobs_viewed_job_reminder_01-null-27-null-null-41f64x%7Ejw2a9jpo%7Emq-null-jobs%7Eview

Orion Corporation is a globally operating Finnish pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being. Orion develops, manufactures and markets human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Description of position

We are building up the Rare Diseases Therapy Area and are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative scientist who can contribute with strong disease biology knowledge in the field of rare genetic disorders (or neurodegerative disorders). Your main responsibilities will be to:

  • Actively contribute to project ideation, planning and execution of research activities.
  • Provide expertise in molecular biology and drug mechanism of action.
  • Perform hands-on laboratory work related to transcription and translation of e.g. lysosomal and mitochondrial proteins as well as to cell signaling pathways, and how these can be targeted and modified.
  • Analyse and interpret data and effectively document and communicate results.
  • Interface with external academic, biotechnology, and contract research organizations.

Description of the unit

The focus of our Rare Diseases Therapy Area is on progressive, serious and life-threatening diseases, where patients are lacking adequate treatment. We aim to develop treatments which are disease modifying or which deliver significant symptomatic relief to patients. To fulfill this exciting task the Rare Diseases Therapy area is strengthened by recruiting new R&D experts to our team in Turku. The therapy area is newly established and you have a great opportunity to be part of developing our processes.Therapy area of the Central Nervous System (CNS) is accountable for the research and development of medications for neurodegenerative diseases (NDD).

We offer

We offer exciting opportunities to create and have an impact to the future therapies for patients.

In Orion we have a highly interesting R&D pipeline and enthusiastic working environment with opportunities to use your own strengths to build your competence development and career. As an expert of your own field you will be a member of multi-disciplinary team jointly innovating and developing new treatments for the patients. Appreciation of colleagues and continuous development are part of our core values.  The culture of Orion R&D is informal and we enjoy working together.

We are passionate about the patient welfare and serve as The Voice of Science and the Patient – if this inspires you too – join us!

Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in cell and/or molecular biology with at least 3 years postdoc experience.
  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, WB, siRNA, CRISPR/Cas9 as well as immunodetection techniques.
  • Expertise in cell signaling.
  • Expertise in rare genetic disorders or neurodegenerative diseases research.
  • Understanding of drug discovery and development.

Contact information

Would you like to know more about the position? Please contact Harry Björklund, Research Director Rare Diseases, +358509667436. He is best available during the following times (EEST): Monday 20th of May 14.00 – 16.00, Wednesday 22nd of May 9.00 – 11.00 and Tuesday 28th of May 14.00 – 16.00. Please send your application latest on 2 June 2019.

Orion Corporation operates in more than 25 countries, where we Orionees, 3200 in total, work in all kinds of positions. We encourage people to develop their competences, and offer opportunities to affect own job description and create own career path at Orion.

Bioinformatics Senior Scientist – Orion, Turku

26.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/1263547935/?refId=ff6009b5-3f49-4aed-8fab-1c1828bdd5c9&trk=eml-vjr-similar-job-apply&midToken=AQFgumZyIt6sOQ&trkEmail=eml-email_jobs_viewed_job_reminder_01-null-9-null-null-41f64x%7Ejw2a9jpo%7Emq-null-jobs%7Eview

Orion Corporation is a globally operating Finnish pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being. Orion develops, manufactures and markets human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Description of position

As a member of the newly established Biologics and New modalities Discovery Groups you will work closely with cross-functional teams to provide computational biology support to the antibody and new modalities discovery process. Your primary responsibilities will include the application of structural analysis to sequences from both internal and public databases to enable therapeutic protein design, oligonucleotide designs, gene editing designs, CRISPR-based gene editing, and antibody repertoire analysis.

The identification of relevant liabilities in nucleotide sequences will be a critical responsibility in order to successfully support generation and optimization of the modalities (therapeutic oligonucleotide, peptides and biologics). You support day to day laboratory work in-house and you will therefore have a good possibility to do a lot of hands-on laboratory work verifying the computational designs. You will be also the primary contact with collaborations with partners and CROs on your expertise areas. You will be based in Turku.

We offer

Exciting opportunities to create and have an impact to the future therapies for patients.

In Orion we have a highly interesting R&D pipeline and enthusiastic working environment with opportunities to use your own strengths to build your competence development and career. As an expert of your own field you will be a member of multi-disciplinary team jointly innovating and developing new treatments for the patients. Appreciation of colleagues and continuous development are part of our core values. The culture of Orion R&D is informal and we enjoy working together.

We are passionate about the patient welfare and serve as The Voice of Science and the Patient – if this inspires you too – join us!

Description of the unit

Orion’s pharmaceutical innovations are created within its R&D organization, including e.g. non-clinical research, clinical development, formulation development and medical affairs. The organization employs top professionals in the field of drug molecule development and optimization.

The newly established Biologics and New Modalities team is part of our R&D organization and it is responsible for bringing as new treatment modalities for Orion’s pipeline covering therapeutic nucleotides, delivery technologies and gene therapy. Adding the possibility to modulate the target with either small or large molecules enables us to choose the right target and then use the best modalities to modulate the target protein in order to create the best value for patients. To fulfill this exciting task the New Modalities function is strengthened by recruiting new R&D experts with a track record of on advanced therapy modalities. The function is currently to set up and you have a great opportunity to be part of developing our processes.

Requirements

To operate successfully in this position you should have a PhD degree in genetics, molecular biology, computational or biology structural biology with several years of post-doctoral experience in computational biology to support optimization of therapeutic large molecules. You should also have thorough understanding of in vitro models for system biology and biophysical data analysis.

Willingness to create new things is a must because you will join a team that is just recently set up. The role includes collaboration within Orion and with various collaborators, therefore strong communication skills and an ability to convince your audience is an asset.

Contact information

Would you like to know more about the position? Please contact Jyrki Lehtimäki, Senior Manager, Strategic Development, +358509667478. He is best available during the following times (Finnish times): 17th and 24th May 15.00-17.00 pm. Please send your application latest on 2 June 2019.

Senior Scientist, In Vitro and In Vivo Disease Models – Orion, Turku

26.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

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Orion Corporation is a globally operating Finnish pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being. Orion develops, manufactures and markets human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Description of position

We are building up the Rare Diseases Therapy Area and are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative scientist who can contribute with strong disease biology knowledge in the field of rare genetic disorders (or neurodegerative disorders). Your main responsibilities will be to:

  • Actively contribute to project ideation, planning and execution of research activities.
  • Develop methodologies and set up in vitro and in vivo disease models for rare diseases as well as validate the models against each other and against pathology observed in rare diseases patients.
  • Contribute to phenotyping behavior, performance and disease progression in in vivo disease models.
  • Plan, conduct and supervise experimental treatment studies in vitro and in vivo disease models.
  • Analyse and interpret data and effectively document and communicate results.
  • Interface with external academic, biotechnology, and contract research organizations.

Description of unit

The focus of our Rare Diseases Therapy Area is on progressive, serious and life-threatening diseases, where patients are lacking adequate treatment.We aim to develop treatments which are disease modifying or which deliver significant symptomatic relief to patients. To fulfill this exciting task the Rare Diseases Therapy area is strengthened by recruiting new R&D experts to our team in Turku. The therapy area is newly established and you have a great opportunity to be part of developing our processes.Therapy area of the Central Nervous System (CNS) is accountable for the research and development of medications for neurodegenerative diseases (NDD).

We offer

We offer exciting opportunities to create and have an impact to the future therapies for patients.

In Orion we have a highly interesting R&D pipeline and enthusiastic working environment with opportunities to use your own strengths to build your competence development and career. As an expert of your own field you will be a member of multi-disciplinary team jointly innovating and developing new treatments for the patients. Appreciation of colleagues and continuous development are part of our core values.  The culture of Orion R&D is informal and we enjoy working together.

We are passionate about the patient welfare and serve as The Voice of Science and the Patient – if this inspires you too – join us!

Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in relevant field of life sciences and at least 3 years postdoc experience.
  • Experience in cell and molecular biology techniques.
  • Experience in cell culture techniques.
  • Experience in in vivo behavioural and performance models.
  • Experience in genetically modified in vivo disease models.
  • Experience in rare genetic disorders or neurodegenerative diseases research.
  • Understanding of drug discovery and development.

Contact information

Would you like to know more about the position? Please contact Harry Björklund, Research Director Rare Diseases, +358509667436. He is best available during the following times (EEST): Monday 20th of May 14.00 – 16.00, Wednesday 22nd of May 9.00 – 11.00 and Tuesday 28th of May 14.00 – 16.00. Please send your application latest on 2 June 2019.

Orion Corporation operates in more than 25 countries, where we Orionees, 3200 in total, work in all kinds of positions. We encourage people to develop their competences, and offer opportunities to affect own job description and create own career path at Orion.

Tutkija – Fimea

23.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://www.valtiolle.fi/fi-FI/ilmoitus?id=33-220-2019

About the workplace

Lääkealan turvallisuus- ja kehittämiskeskus Fimea on sosiaali- ja terveysministeriön alainen virasto, joka valvoo ja kehittää lääkealaa väestön terveydeksi.

Work tasks

Lääkehoitojen arviointi -prosessin tehtävinä on kehittää lääkealaa sekä koota, tuottaa, arvioida ja välittää tutkimukseen perustuvaa riippumatonta lääketietoa väestölle, sosiaali- ja terveydenhuollon ammattilaisille sekä julkisen päätöksenteon tarpeisiin. Tarkemmin: https://www.fimea.fi/kehittaminen_ja_HTA/

Tehtävä tarjoaa aitiopaikan lääkkeiden järkevän käytön edistämiseen ja lääkehuollon kehittämiseen muuttuvassa sosiaali- ja terveydenhuollon palvelujärjestelmässä.

Qualifications

Hakijalta odotamme

– soveltuvaa ylempää korkeakoulututkintoa
– aikaisempaa kokemusta soveltavasta tutkimustyöstä
– kykyä tiimityöskentelyyn
– sujuvia vuorovaikutus- ja esiintymistaitoja
– hyvää englannin kielen suullista ja kirjallista taitoa
– matkustusvalmiutta kotimaassa

Aikaisempi kokemus kyselytutkimuksen suunnittelusta, toteutuksesta ja raportoinnista sekä tutkijakoulutus katsotaan eduksi.

Hyvä ruotsin kielen taito on eduksi tehtävän hoitamisessa.

Other language skills

Hyvä englannin kielen suullinen ja kirjallinen taito.

Scope of employment

Form of employment: Temporary employment

Scope:   Office work

Commencement:   01/08/2019 Tai sopimuksen mukaan. Virkaan nimitettävälle voidaan määrätä enintään kuuden kuukauden koeaika.

Time-limited to:   31/12/2020 Tutkimusprojekti

Application

Last application date:   23/05/2019 16:15

Reference number:   33-220-2019

You can apply for this job via:

You may also apply for this position by submitting your application to the address below. The job reference of the role must be cited both in the actual application and on the envelope. Applications will not be returned.

Lääkealan turvallisuus- ja kehittämiskeskus/Kirjaamo
PL 55
00034 FIMEA

Salary

  Lääkehoitojen arviointi -prosessin tutkijan määräaikainen virkasuhde on sijoitettu vaativuusluokkaan 8-9, jossa tehtäväkohtainen palkanosa on 3132,61 – 3454,71 euroa/kk. Lisäksi maksetaan henkilökohtaiseen työsuoritukseen perustuvaa palkanosaa, joka on enintään 42 % tehtäväkohtaisesta palkanosasta (uudella henkilöllä yleensä välillä 8-21 % riippuen henkilön osaamisesta ja työkokemuksesta).

Employment

Number of positions advertised:   1

Contact

Contact persons

Pertti Happonen Johtaja +358 29 522 3510 Hanna-Mari Jauhonen Tutkijalääkäri +35829 5223512

Placement

Lääkealan turvallisuus- ja kehittämiskeskus Fimea/ Helsinki
Mannerheimintie 103b
00280 Helsinki or Lääkealan turvallisuus- ja kehittämiskeskus Fimea/ Kuopio
Microkatu 1
70210 Kuopio or Lääkealan turvallisuus- ja kehittämiskeskus Fimea/Tampere
Biokatu 10
33520 Tampere or Lääkealan turvallisuus- ja kehittämiskeskus Fimea/Turku
Itsenäisyydenaukio 2
20800 Turku

Other

Fimea toimii monipaikkaisena virastona. Fimean toimipaikat ovat Kuopiossa, Helsingissä, Turussa ja Tampereella. Tehtävän sijoituspaikka voidaan sopia.

Open positions for a postdoc and a researcher at Molecular Sciences, SLU, Sweden

23.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

Post Doc Food structure

SLU seeks a highly motivated researcher for a 2 year post-doc in food microstructures. The position has its base at the Department of Molecular Sciences, the food science unit. The department generates and conveys vital information about food composition and properties and its importance to our health. This is done in close collaboration with other researchers and stakeholders in the food chain, nationally and internationally. The department offers a creative and stimulating international environment, and is part of Uppsala BioCenter, a strong research environment for basic and applied research.

The research and education focuses on food composition and follows the food chain via preparation and processing of the raw materials. The composition, quality (sensory, health, safety) and functionality of food are considered in relation to primary production, processing for the interests of the individual consumer. The microstructure is affected by the physical and chemical environments and processing conditions. In this work the impact of microstructure on quality properties such as texture, barrier and release properties, etc. is of interest.

We welcome your application no later than 2019-06-24.

More information and application at http://www.finbionet.fi/SLU_postdoc.pdf


Position as researcher at Department of Molecular Sciences

SLU has as one of its strategic goals to develop circular bio-based economics and efficient use of renewable raw materials. The Department of Molecular Sciences at SLU, where the employment is located, currently consists of approximately 110 employees and together with two other Departments forms an inspiring research environment at BioCentrum in Uppsala with expertise in plant biology, mycology, plant pathology, microbiology, food science, computational genetics, chemistry and biotechnology. It provides a high quality infrastructure including consisting of plant cultivation facilities, advanced microscopy and molecular biology, X-ray and NMR. The Department provides the scientific community, trustee and the public with knowledge about chemical compounds and biological processes, as well as their importance to society and its development. The department conducts research, teaching and environmental monitoring in the field of inorganic, physical and organic chemistry, biochemistry, natural product chemistry, food science and microbiology. Visit us at  https://www.slu.se/institutions/molekylara-vetenskaper/


SLU is looking for a highly motivated researcher for a biomaterial and food development focusing on how microstructures affect physical properties. Development towards a sustainable society requires new methods of producing materials and food. The position is located at the Department of Molecular Sciences. We generate and convey important information about the composition and properties of food and biomaterials. The department is involved in teaching at Bachelor’s as well as Master’s levels. The courses range from food science and food technology to basic chemistry.

We welcome your application no later than 2019-05-24.

More information and application at http://www.finbionet.fi/SLU_researcher.pdf

Open positions for Senior Scientist (In Vitro and In Vivo Disease Models & Molecular Biology) in Orion Turku)

23.5.2019 | Avoimet työpaikat

Senior Scientist, In Vitro and In Vivo Disease Models (Turku)

Orion Corporation is a globally operating Finnish pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being. Orion develops, manufactures and markets human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. 

Description of position
We are building up the Rare Diseases Therapy Area and are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative scientist who can contribute with strong disease biology knowledge in the field of rare genetic disorders (or neurodegerative disorders). Your main responsibilities will be to:

  • Actively contribute to project ideation, planning and execution of research activities.
  • Develop methodologies and set up in vitro and in vivo disease models for rare diseases as well as validate the models against each other and against pathology observed in rare diseases patients.
  • Contribute to phenotyping behavior, performance and disease progression in in vivo disease models.
  • Plan, conduct and supervise experimental treatment studies in vitro and in vivo disease models.
  • Analyse and interpret data and effectively document and communicate results.
  • Interface with external academic, biotechnology, and contract research organizations.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in relevant field of life sciences and at least 3 years postdoc experience.
  • Experience in cell and molecular biology techniques.
  • Experience in cell culture techniques.
  • Experience in in vivo behavioural and performance models.
  • Experience in genetically modified in vivo disease models.
  • Experience in rare genetic disorders or neurodegenerative diseases research.
  • Understanding of drug discovery and development.

More information and application at https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/open-vacancies/
Please send your application latest on 31 May 2019.


Senior Scientist, Molecular Biology (Turku)

Description of position
We are building up the Rare Diseases Therapy Area and are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative scientist who can contribute with strong disease biology knowledge in the field of rare genetic disorders (or neurodegerative disorders). Your main responsibilities will be to:

  • Actively contribute to project ideation, planning and execution of research activities.
  • Provide expertise in molecular biology and drug mechanism of action.
  • Perform hands-on laboratory work related to transcription and translation of e.g. lysosomal and mitochondrial proteins as well as to cell signaling pathways, and how these can be targeted and modified.
  • Analyse and interpret data and effectively document and communicate results.
  • Interface with external academic, biotechnology, and contract research organizations.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in cell and/or molecular biology with at least 3 years postdoc experience.
  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, WB, siRNA, CRISPR/Cas9 as well as immunodetection techniques.
  • Expertise in cell signaling.
  • Expertise in rare genetic disorders or neurodegenerative diseases research.
  • Understanding of drug discovery and development.

More information and application at https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/open-vacancies/
Please send your application latest on 31 May 2019.