Open position for a Postdoctoral researcher in Bioengineering and Stem Cell Biology
The laboratory of Professor Pekka Katajisto at the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and Institute of Biotechnology, HiLIFE at the University of Helsinki, Finland, and at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden, is looking for a postdoctoral researcher with bioengineering background to study effects of the extracellular niche on stem cell function.
Katajisto group (www.katajisto-lab.com) is part of the Centre of Excellence in Stem Cell Metabolism, MetaStem, and studies stem cell extrinsic and intrinsic mechanisms of tissue renewal and aging. We have for example discovered how age-induced alterations in the stem cell niche reduce tissue repair (Pentinmikko, Nature 2019, Science Advances 2022; Iqbal, BioRxiv 2021), and how cellular metabolism drives cell fate decisions after asymmetric cell divisions (Katajisto, Science 2015; D hla, Nat Cell Biol 2022)
We seek postdoctoral researchers to an ERC-funded project probing how the geometry of the niche influences cell fate decisions using bioengineered scaffolds to modify tissue topology. The project involves development of novel research techniques and assays, and will be facilitated by state-of-the art maskless photolithography instrumentation dedicated to the project.
Applicants with a doctoral degree, and a strong background in tissue/bioengineering or biotechnology are encouraged to apply. The position includes research and experimental work as well as setting up, maintaining, and running instruments used to develop 3D scaffolds for tissue regeneration and stem cell studies. Experience with cell biology, tissue culture or stem cells is considered a benefit. Candidates are also encouraged to start new projects and research directions. Applicants must be able to work as part of a team as well as independently, have good social skills and communication skills in English.
The appointment will be for 3 years with the possibility of continuation. A trial period of 6 months will be applied. The monthly starting salary will be determined according to the salary system at the employment unit.
Only applications submitted through the official application systems will be considered.
To apply, please submit your application by 16.12.2022
Applications should include
A motivation letter, clearly stating your interests and why you consider yourself a good candidate for the position
CV including publication list
One or more reference letters
Questions related to the call should be directed to tiina.aliranta@helsinki.fi. Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the Apply for job button below. Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) submit their applications through the SAP Fiori portal.
Biovian on vahvasti kasvava turkulainen bioteknologiayritys. Tarjoamme sopimusvalmistusta, -analysointia ja prosessikehitystä biotekniikkayrityksille, jotka kehittävät innovatiivisia geeniterapioita tai biofarmaseuttisia tuotteita. Saatamme asiakasprojekteja laboratoriosta kliiniseen potilaskäyttöön asti taidolla, innolla ja sydämellä – tämä on meillä Manufacturing Happiness.
Scientist, microbiology
Yhtiön kasvaessa haemme vahvistusta laadunvalvontaan, mikrobiologisten lääkkeiden analytiikan pariin. Tutkijan työtehtävät ovat monipuolisia laadunvalvonnan tehtäviä, joista keskeisimpiä ovat mikrobiologisten analyysien tarkastus, raportointi ja laboratoriotöiden ohjaus.
Tehtävässä osallistut biologisten lääkkeiden kehitys- ja tuotantoprojekteihin ja pääset rakentamaan modernien lääkkeiden laatua. Lisäksi osallistut analyysimenetelmien kehittämiseen ja validointiin sekä laboratorion laatutason ylläpitoon. Työskentelet asiakasprojekteissa yhdessä Biovianin muiden asiantuntijoiden kanssa. Työ on itsenäistä ja tukenasi on osaava laadunvalvontatiimi.
Job requirements
Työssä onnistuaksesi
Odotamme sinulta tehtävään soveltuva ylempi korkeakoulututkinto (esim. mikrobiologiasta tai biokemiasta). Sinulla on hyvät perustiedot sekä käytännön kokemusta mikrobiologisesta analytiikasta.
Toivomme vahvaa osaamista joillakin alla mainituilla osa-alueilla ja hyvää asiantuntemusta useimmista niistä:
Kokemusta lääketeollisuudesta
Kokemusta GMP-ympäristössä työskentelystä
Raportoinnista ja dokumentoinnista
Olet työskentelytyyliltäsi tarkka, järjestelmällinen, reipas ja toimelias henkilö. Sinulla on vastuunkanto- ja paineensietokykyä. Sinulla on myös hyvät vuorovaikutus- ja ryhmätyötaidot.
Sinulla on hyvä suomen kielen taito ja pystyt työskentelemään sujuvasti sekä kirjallisesti että suullisesti myös englannin kielellä.
Mitä sinä saat meiltä?
Tarjoamme sinulle näköalapaikan biologisten lääkkeiden kehitykseen ja sopimusvalmistukseen sekä monipuolisen työn biologisten lääkkeiden kehityksen kärjessä.
Kattavan perehdytyksen tehtävään ja mahdollisuuden ammatilliseen kehittymiseen.
Viihtyisän työpaikan sekä hyvät henkilöstöedut – tarjoamme työntekijöillemme esimerkiksi laajan työterveyshuollon, terveysvakuutuksen sekä hyvinvointi- ja liikuntaedun.
Työtehtävä on kokoaikainen ja vakituinen. Työtä tehdään Turussa Kupittaalla, jossa toimipisteemme sijaitsee.
Lisätietoja tehtävästä antaa laatujohtaja Marjo Hämäläinen (puh nro 040 706 0874) ja tiimin esihenkilö QC Manager Leena Pitkänen (puh nro 045 678 5827). Marjon tavoitat parhaiten 22.11. klo 14:30-15:30 ja Leenan parhaiten 16.11. klo 15:30-16 ja 28.11. klo 8:30-9:30.
Kiinnostuitko?
Lähetä hakemuksesi palkkatoiveineen viimeistään keskiviikkona 30.11.2022. Käymme hakemuksia läpi hakuaikana ja täytämme tehtävän heti sopivan henkilön löydyttyä.
Tule mukaan työskentelemään kanssamme tulevaisuuden biologisten lääkkeiden parissa ja muuttamaan ideoita tuotteiksi!
Biovian Oy on vakiintunut turkulainen uuden sukupolven bioteknologiayritys, joka on erikoistunut bioteknologisten lääkeaineiden ja aseptisten lääkevalmisteiden sopimusvalmistukseen ja -analysointiin sekä prosessikehitykseen. Biovianin laboratorio- ja tuotantotilat sijaitsevat Kupittaalla Biocityssä ja Pharmacityssä. Monilla palkinnoilla huomioitu yritys toimii bioalan ytimessä, hyödyntäen modernia biotekniikkaa tuotteissaan ja palveluissaan. Biovian on investoinut uusiin teknologioihin, on tärkeä työllistäjä alalla ja on kasvattanut tasaisesti liikevaihtoaan, josta suurin osa (80 %) tulee viennistä. Lisätietoa yrityksestä www.biovian.com.
The University of Eastern Finland invites applications for a project researcher position at the Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kuopio campus. The positions will be filled for a 2-year term from January 2, 2023 (or as agreed). Please find more information below and submit your applicationno later than November 30, 2022.
Role and salary
The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is seeking highly motivated applicants for a postdoctoral position in epidemiological analyses of microbial exposures and respiratory health.
As our new project researcher, you will be working at the Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition in a consortium project focusing in identifying early-life microbial exposures affecting asthma risk. The project aims at facilitating the development of asthma preventive interventions. The work builds on our previous findings and existing data from a globally unique compilation of prospectively followed birth cohorts from different countries. Your main role will be to perform statistical analyses, draft manuscripts and drive the harmonization of birth cohort datasets obtained from multiple study centers around the world.
The salary is determined according to the salary system of Finnish universities, and it will depend on the expertise of the recruited applicant and based on either level 5 or 6 on the job requirement chart for teaching and research staff. In addition to the job requirement component, the salary includes a personal performance component, which ranges from 6% to 50% of the job requirement component. With a level 5 job requirement component and the personal performance component, the starting salary will be from 3,350 to 3,900 euros per month. The position is filled for a fixed term as it is tied to a fixed project, but extension may be applicable. A probationary period is applied to all new members of the staff.
Requirements and expectations
Required: The applicant should hold a PhD in a relevant field or an MD and have a strong background in microbiome data analyses, experience in statistical modeling utilizing high quality cohort datasets and have a good understanding of epidemiology. A proven track record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications as a leading author, excellent communication skills and proficiency in verbal and written English is essential. In exceptional cases if other requirements are fulfilled, a candidate with an MSc or equivalent degree may be considered.
Desired: Prior experience in research addressing immunological disorders especially in regard to respiratory and allergic diseases, strong R skills, data illustration and basic understanding of bioinformatics are desired.
Your benefits
You will have an opportunity to work in multi-institutional collaboration with experts in epidemiology, bioinformatics, statistics, data management and national and global collaboration networks. With dedication and enthusiasm, you will have a unique opportunity to address and solve intriguing scientific questions with high public health impact, produce high quality publications and to advance your research career in an innovative environment.
You will have access to the university’s staff benefits, including:
Extensive occupational health care
Staff discount on lunch in our campus restaurants and other services
Enjoy your life in the middle of the beautiful Finnish Lakeland! Finland is known for its cleanliness, welfare know-how, modern technology and superb education system. It is an exotic and safe country to work in. Please visit the Life in Finland section on our website to learn more.
How to apply?
Submit your application using our electronic application form no later than November 30, 2022 (by 24.00 hours Finland time).
Please note that you must include the following appendices in your application
Global Preclinical CRO Seeking Scientists and Senior Scientists with Experience in Ophthalmic Drug Discovery
Experimentica Ltd. is seeking Scientists and Senior Scientists to complement their team at multiple locations, including Kuopio (Finland), Vilnius (Lithuania) and Fort Worth, TX (USA).
We are seeking individuals with proven experience in preclinical biomedical sciences and experience with rodent models for ophthalmic diseases and ocular pharmacology. Candidates will apply their scientific and leadership skills in support of colleagues and projects focused on the discovery of novel therapeutics for ocular diseases. The ideal candidate is someone who is flexible and excited to be a part of a collaborative, fast-paced biotechnology company committed to improving the lives of patients through accelerating the preclinical drug discovery pipelines of our Sponsors.
Responsibilities
In support of our In Vivo Pharmacology teams, develop and execute laboratory work, plans/schedules independently following division/site performance standards and metrics. Techniques may include any or all of the following:
Perform various types of preclinical ocular safety and efficacy studies in preclinical laboratory animal species
Author technical documents, such as study protocols, study reports, and operating procedures
Review technical documents for accuracy, thoroughness, and compliance
Supervise technical staff, including work assignments and performance management
Communicate with customers
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: M.S., D.V.M. or Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Pharmacology or related field
Experience: Masters with 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred, Doctorate Degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills Requirements
Maintain high quality laboratory documentation in accordance with applicable regulatory guidance and site SOPs
Develop and execute complex procedures or methods with high quality
Becoming familiar with drug development milestones and their context
Excellent written and verbal communications skills with internal and external customers
Supervisory skills are expected for Scientists with direct reports
Lead by example according to Experimentica’s values and culture
Strategy is focused on personal and team time management and efficiency
Well-organized with ability to multitask
Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
Familiarity with safe and efficient laboratory practices
Eagerness to be part of a fast-growing, global Contract Research Organization that helps improve patient lives by accelerating preclinical drug discovery for ocular diseases
About us
Experimentica is a global preclinical contract research organization helping sponsors from pharma, biotech, and academia accelerate their drug discovery and development efforts for ophthalmic disorders with an urgent unmet clinical need. Headquartered in Kuopio, Finland, we support our global client base from laboratories in Fort Worth, TX, DeKalb, IL, Vilnius, Lithuania and our Business Development team in Marseille, France.
Experimentica Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Experimentica Ltd. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, please contact us: info_us@experimentica.com
To apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@experimentica.com referencing job #22-03.
Project researcher, AIV institute (EDCMET project)
The University of Eastern Finland is inviting applications for a project researcher position in the EDCMET project. The position will be filled from 1.1.2023 (or as agreed) to 31.12.2023. The position is located in Kuopio, Finland. Please find more information below and submit your application no later than 18.11.2022.
Role and salary
As our new project researcher, you will be working at the A.I. Virtanen institute for Molecular Sciences at the Faculty of Health Sciences as part of the Prof. Anna-Liisa Levonen research group. The work will be done as part of the ’Metabolic effects of endocrine-disrupting chemicals: the novel testing methods and adverse outcome pathways’ (EDCMET, www.uef.fi/edcmet) project, which focuses on developing novel or improved computational and in vitro methods, such as non-cellular assays and cell culture systems, as well as standardised in vivo animal models to assess the metabolic effects of endocrine disruptors (EDs). The methods and models will be coupled with human exposure data, linking the levels of EDs with metabolic endpoints and health outcomes. The work will be done in close collaboration with scientists from several research groups within UEF as well as the EDCMET project and the EURION cluster (www.eurion-cluster.eu).
The tasks of the Project Researcher include planning and carrying out research related to EDCMET project aims, collaboration with project partners, participation and presenting research results in project meetings, participation in preparation of project-related publications and funding applications as well as supervision of MSc-level students and/or younger researchers.
The position will be filled from 1.1.2023 (or as agreed) initially until 31.12.2023 (with a possible extension of six months, depending on potential changes in project duration). The position is fixed-term due to it pertaining to a specific project. A probationary period up to 6 months is applied to all new members of the staff.
The salary of the position is determined in accordance with the salary system of Finnish universities. The salary comprises a job requirement component and a personal performance component. Depending on the candidate, the job requirement component will be determined based on a level 2-4 (applicant holding an MSc degree) or a 5-6 (applicant holding a PhD degree) for teaching and research staff. The personal performance component can be a minimum of 6% and a maximum of 50% of the job requirement component. The estimated salary at the beginning of the employment will be in the range of 2319–2871 €/month (pre-doctoral level) and 3348–3774 €/month (postdoctoral level).
Our requirements and expectations
We welcome motivated candidates with relevant research background with willingness to contribute to a multinational and multidisciplinary team and a desire to learn new skills. A successful candidate is required to have excellent skills in scientific communication in English.
Requirements and expectations at the pre-doctoral level
An MSc degree in suitable fields, such as toxicology, molecular biology, biomedicine, or other biosciences.
Experience in working in a laboratory, including experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques and/or in vivo work (mouse). We also appreciate experience in omics data analysis.
Requirements and expectations at the postdoctoral level
PhD degree in a suitable field, such as such as toxicology, molecular biology, biomedicine, or other biosciences.
Background and experience in carrying out independent research related to molecular mechanisms of metabolic disease, including in vitro (especially cell culture and cell-based assays) and/or in vivo methodological experience. We also appreciate experience in omics data analysis.
A demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications.
Experience managing research projects and supervising students are considered assets.
Your benefits
You will have access to the university’s staff benefits, including
extensive occupational health care
staff discount on lunch in our campus restaurants, as well as on a range of other services
affordable sports services and tax-free bike benefit
You will have an opportunity to work in an interesting/meaningful/diverse role as part of our international, creative, participatory and inclusive academic community.
Enjoy your life in Finland! Known for its cleanliness, welfare know-how, modern technology and superb education system, Finland is an exotic and safe country to work in. Please visit the Life in Finland section on our website to learn more.
How to apply?
Submit your application by using our electronic application form no later than 18 November 2022 (by 24.00 hours Finnish time).
Please note that you must include the following appendices in your application:
copies of your academic degree certificates / diplomas, and copies of certificates / diplomas relating to your language proficiency, if not indicated in the academic degree certificates/diplomas
Motivation letter (max. 2 pages)
other documents to demonstrate the applicant’s merits for the position
Questions?
For further information on the position, please contact Professor Anna-Liisa Levonen, e-mail: anna-liisa.levonen@uef.fi, tel. +358403589907 or Senior researcher Jenni Küblbeck, email: jenni.kublbeck@uef.fi
For further information on the application procedure, please contact HR Secretary Tarja Salmi, tel. +358 29 445 8220, tarja.salmi@uef.fi
University of Eastern Finland, the Faculty of Health Sciences and A.I. Virtanen Institute in brief
The University of Eastern Finland is one of the most multidisciplinary universities in Finland, offering education in nearly 100 major subjects. We have a staff of 2,750 members, and our academic community comprises around 16,000 degree students and more than 27,000 adult education students. Our campuses are located in Joensuu and in Kuopio. Our research is ranked among the best in the world in several fields. We generate research-based knowledge and make it openly accessible for the benefit of all. UEF stands for action with impact that is relevant today and tomorrow. To learn more about our university please visit our website at www.uef.fi/en.
The Faculty of Health Sciences operates at the Kuopio Campus of the University of Eastern Finland. The Faculty offers education in medicine, dentistry, nutrition and pharmacy, as well as in some other central fields of the health care sector. The Faculty is research-intensive, and its internationally recognised research activities are closely linked to the strategic research areas of the University. There are approximately 3 090 degree students and about 580 PhD students in the Faculty. The faculty has 800 staff members. http://www.uef.fi/en/ttdk/etusivu A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences is a research institute housing an international staff of 150 full-time scientists. It is part of the Faculty of Health Sciences and focuses on biomedical research on neurological and cardiovascular diseases (see https://www.uef.fi/en/unit/ai-virtanen-institute-for-molecular-sciences). The research of the A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences is based on the Ageing, Lifestyles and Health profile area in the university’s strategy (see https://www.uef.fi/en/strategy-2030).
Blueprint Genetics is a leading clinical genetic testing company aspiring to bring genetic knowledge to mainstream healthcare to benefit patients with rare inherited diseases worldwide. We are looking for a full-time and permanent Customer Experience Specialist to join our Customer Experience team in Espoo, Finland. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop the customer journey, innovate touchpoints, and help bring our customer experience to the next level.
Job Description
We want to ensure that clinical professionals around the globe can give the best possible care to their patients. The Customer Experience team does this by ensuring our products and services are aligned with our customers’ needs.
As CX Specialist, you will get to design the experience of the customer Journeys of Blueprint Genetics. In this role, you will implement designs based on customer insights to ensure a positive customer experience through the different touchpoints of the Customer Journey. You will play a key role in making sure we continue delivering the exceptional customer experience we offer today and developing it further together with the rest of the skilled Customer Experience Team.
Your main tasks will include:
Developing and maintaining the ordering and reporting touchpoints and processes together with stakeholders from customer-facing teams, Software, Quality, and Marketing
Gathering and using customer insights and market analysis to define and prioritize requirements for different touchpoints
Collaborating with the teams to specify and implement improvements
Developing and maintaining our customer insight funnels
Coordinating cross-functional projects and following up on tasks, schedules, and targets during specific projects
Developing and implementing the ordering and reporting processes through service design thinking approach
The ideal candidate would have:
At least 2 years of work experience in a similar position, for example from market research, UX research, service design
A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Marketing, Service Design, Biosciences, or other relevant fields of studies
Research and analytical mindset with the ability to draw conclusions and turn them into concrete actions
Project management skills with strong communicational skills both verbally and visually to ensure delivery of impactful outcomes
Experience in Voice of Customer data collection and management
Ability to reliably deliver multiple projects on strict deadlines with strong attention to detail and focus on quality
Interest in facilitating workshops
We are looking for a colleague who is committed to finding the best solutions possible for our customers. You will get to work with and learn from CX and design professionals who for the past year have been building the CX framework, and design workflows as well as working together with different teams to find the right solutions. You will also cooperate with our parent company Quest Diagnostics’ counterparties in the US. Our international presence will from time to time require some flexibility with working hours to meet different time zone requirements. We are working in an international and high-growth work environment, so we aspire to find a person who is adaptable to change and eager to learn and grow with us.
What we offer
The opportunity to work for a company that makes a real difference – Blueprint Genetics has a clear and motivating purpose to improve the lives of patients and families affected by inherited diseases
A positive, open, and international work environment with great people from different fields of expertise. We are a team of close to 300 experienced professionals, who collaborate to drive genetic knowledge forward
Hybrid work – we like to see each other in the office every now and then but offer the opportunity to work remotely as well.
How to apply
If you are interested to hear more, please submit your application and portfolio by the latest on November 8. Interviews will start during the application period and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
If you have any further questions about the position, you can contact our Customer Experience Senior Manager, Thomas Vincent by email thomas.vincent@blueprintgenetics.com or by phone +358452262110 on October 26th or November 2nd from 1 to 3pm
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Team Customer Experience & Marketing Locations Espoo Remote status Hybrid Remote
Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto has six schools with nearly 11 000 students and a staff of more than 4000, of which 400 are professors. Our main campus is located in Espoo, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.
The Biochemistry group (https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-bioproducts-and-biosystems/biochemistry) develops metabolic pathways and enzymes for the conversion of CO2 to fuels. For the project ”ETHANOGENESIS” sponsored by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, we are looking for a
Postdoctoral Researcher in Biochemistry / Enzymology
Research description
The goal is to functionally express and test key enzymes for the conversion of CO2 to fuels. The postdoc position is focussed on metalorganic enzymes involved in the transfer of alkyl-groups, which require oxygen-sensitive cofactors harbouring reduced metal centres, such as Co or Ni. The actual research is on a fundamental level, but the long-term goal is designing new routes to generate renewable fuels from CO2.
Research is carried out at our excellent facilities at Aalto University, School of Chemical Engineering (http://www.bioeconomyinfra.fi/). The laboratories are situated on the main campus of Aalto University in Otaniemi (short metro-ride from Helsinki) within the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems (https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-bioproducts-and-biosystems).
Your experience and ambitions
recently obtained PhD (max 5 years) in a suitable field, such as biochemistry, enzyme engineering, (bio)organic chemistry
Enzymology, expression and functional studies of enzymes
Be highly committed to science and strive for excellence
Develop own smart ideas and think independently
Be able to focus on solving tough scientific problems
Have good written and oral communication skills in English
Skills, knowledge or interest in some of the following areas are highly appreciated:
Experience in working with oxygen-sensitive enzymes
Experience with microbes and enzymes related to the reductive acetyl-CoA pathway
High-end laboratory infrastructure and friendly colleagues
Opportunity to join a young, ambitious research group
Freedom to bring in own ideas
Funding secured until 31 May 2024
The monthly gross salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher is 3560-4040 €/month depending on experience.
The contract includes occupational health care and Finland has a comprehensive social security system. Aalto University provides excellent learning and development opportunities, commuter ticket benefit and Unisport offers versatile exercise services with staff discount.
Ready to apply?
If you want to join our community, please submit your application, through our recruitment system from the link below, before Nov 30th 2022. To apply, please share the following application materials with us (only pdf documents):
Cover letter (start as follows: ”I am interested in this position because… ”)
CV, incl. list of publications
Research interest description
Names and contact details of references (or to be provided upon request)
For more information
For additional scientific information, please contact Prof. Silvan Scheller (firstname.lastname@aalto.fi).
Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: Aalto University – Towards a better world, Aalto People, and Shaping a Sustainable Future. You can also check out our webpage about Aalto and Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/services/welcome-to-aalto-university-and-finland-info-package and our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi/.
About Finland
Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world: https://worldhappiness.report/news/its-a-three-peat-finland-keeps-top-spot-as-happiest-country-in-world/. For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto/why-finland
As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Labcorp Drug Development (formerly known as Covance) provides comprehensive drug development solutions for a range of industries. Our services cover the preclinical, clinical and post-market phases of drug development, the product life cycles for medical device and diagnostics and development services paired with regulatory support for the chemical testing and crop protection industries.
Labcorp Drug Development is a global leader in nonclinical safety assessment, clinical trial testing and clinical trial management services. Our unique perspectives are based on decades of scientific, medical and regulatory expertise.
Role Details
This is a fully home-based function.
The Consultant, Market Access and Value Communications, supports client engagements and internal requests, projects and business development efforts by doing the necessary research, data collection, analysis and interpretation; development of value messages, dossiers, reports and other written deliverables, modeling, educational materials; conducting stakeholder and market access research; working with programming and design; and presenting to clients as needed. Broad experience in payer value communications and pricing and market access is desirable.
The Consultant may mentor Associate and Senior Associate level colleagues on the team as well.
Content Development
Comprehensive knowledge of what the Value Demonstration group and Market Access Consulting as a whole, offer to their clients
Provide strategic, methodological, and conceptual approaches to projects according to Market Access Consulting best practice
Bring expertise in Pricing Reimbursement & Market Access (PRMA), payer value communication and other related specializations, with a good working knowledge of methodologies applied to payer insights and access type projects, including design and execution of landscape analyses, HTA review, stakeholder identification, primary research and similar projects. This will include expertise in development of, value dossiers and/or HTA submissions, payer value stories, payer value messages and payer value propositions, as well as demonstrable familiarity and experience in development of internal market access materials, such as toolkits and payer/ HEOR value decks
Good understanding of the concepts of health economics, pricing and price referencing, reimbursement and market access, including reimbursement processes for key global markets (including EU5 and US)
Critically review work of more junior staff from a client’s perspective and provide constructive feedback
Mentoring of more junior team members
Co-ordinate schedules and timelines for multiple staff on their team/project team, and gather input required from other teams/personnel
Play a key role in group resource planning and tracking
Business Development
Understanding of where the Value Demonstration/ Market Access Consulting work fits with the client’s strategic goals
A good understanding of how a Market Access Consulting team should present itself and its range of services, relative to competitors
Proven ability to write proposals for a wide range of projects and make useful contributions in pitch meetings
Be able to identify where Market Access Consulting could offer additional services to help clients reach strategic goals
Proven ability to follow up on leads and opportunities in order to win business for Market Access Consulting
Work as a team with business development directors in order to win business and advance the Market Access Consulting teams commercial interests
Contribute to Consulting specific account plans, taking ownership of specific actions and follow up needs
Project Management
Manage projects, responsible for overall quality, direction and resource use
Co-ordinate schedules and timelines for multiple projects
Mentor and coach more junior staff within project teams
Track project profitability and proactively flag when issues are likely to arise
Client Contact
Develop good working relationships with clients
Comprehensive understanding of client roles, taking a consultative approach to projects and client requirements
Offer clients proactive and strategic advice
Act as the primary point of contact in client engagements
Education
Requirements:
Life science undergraduate degree from a reputable university is required. Post-graduate qualifications such as MSc/MRes or PhD are preferred. Strong experience/ expertise in pricing and reimbursement, general market access, payer value communication, health economics, modeling, statistics, referencing, proofing etc.
Experience
The successful candidate will typically have several years’ prior work experience in a similar environment within a consulting practice or a health products manufacturer, with specific experience of leading client engagements, particularly those in the payer insights and access space. In addition, solid experience of general market access/ payer value communications, plus a good understanding of general health economic concepts and principles is essential.
Language
Excellent command of written and verbal English is essential, as all client deliverables will be in English and the incumbent may be required to write reports, dossiers and manuscripts to a professional standard.
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Helsinki Rheumatic diseases and Inflammation Group
OFFER DESCRIPTION
HUS Helsinki University Hospital provides high quality Research Services to National and International activities, including EU funded Research and Innovation (Consortium) projects.
To this end, we are now inviting applications to the position of
EU-PROJECT manager
To be appointed for 50-% part-time during a 4-year period (January 2023-December 2027). The appointee will mainly work for a EU-funded consortium project ENDOTARGET which will study the role of systemic endotoxemia as driver of chronic inflammation in arthritis. The ENDOTARGET project is coordinated by Helsinki Rheumatic Diseases & Inflammation Group headed by Prof. Kari Eklund at the Helsinki University Hospital.
Additional work can include related national projects coordinated by HUS Helsinki University Hospital ,with a focus in clinical biomedical science projects (Meilahti Campus). The duties of the position mainly relate to the administrative, project management and communicative aspects of projects. However, depending on the appointee’s background, responsibilities related more to the content of research are also possible.
About the position
As a project coordinator, your duties will include tasks related to project management, communication, and reporting. These include planning operations; organizing events, training and meetings; supporting collaboration among various parties; and a range of communication tasks.
Your background
You wish to work in a dynamic and international environment. You are capable of taking initiative and enjoy working independently, but also work smoothly in a group and with a range of people. The position requires experience in duties related to research and innovation projects management or funding, preferably from (consortium) projects funded by the EU. You have good interaction and communication skills and fluent level in English. Skills in other languages, including Finnish, are an asset. You also have some experience in organizing seminars, meetings or other events.
Why work for us?
We offer you a diverse and challenging position supporting top-level research in an international work community. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills as part of the University Hospital Research Services. You will be supported by skilled colleagues and the HUS work community. Your wellbeing at work is our priority, and we will help you thrive by providing, for example, flexible working hours, inexpensive and diverse sports services and occupational health services.
The starting date is negotiable, but the latest time the appointee can take up the position is by 2nd January 2023. The reference salary (full-time) for the position will depend on the appointee’s expertise and experience, typically being in the range of €3,300 to € 3,700 per month.
This position is in hybrid-work mode. Our lab is located at Biomedicum Helsinki 1 in the Meilähti campus (Haartmaninkatu 8).
Interested?
Please send your application through our recruitment system by 15 November 2022, including:
your curriculum vitae (CV)
short motivation letter.
HUS welcomes applicants of any gender, linguistic and cultural background, or minority group.
Further information about the position can be obtained from: Goncalo Barreto ,Co-coordinator and researcher ENDOTARGET, goncalo.barrerto (at) helsinki.fi
Are you looking to join a dynamic, innovation-driven, international company, building a better future for us all? UPM leads the forest based bioindustry into a sustainable, innovation-driven, and exciting future. The competence, integrity and drive of our people make us unique. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage.
We are now looking for a Scientist, Life Science Applications to join our Biomedicals team for a temporary position (1.1.2023–31.12.2024) in Biomedicum, Helsinki, Finland.
Greetings from your future manager
“Are you a 3D cell culture expert in the Life Science field and want to gain work experience from scientific challenges and product development in a great team in a global company? We are looking for a proactive and independent scientist to join our Product Development team. You are a team player with good English communication skills and you have a genuine interest and curiosity for the science of 3D cell culture. We are looking forward to welcoming you to grow with us!” – Piia Mikkonen, Product Development Scientist, Life Science
What You Will Do
Design, develop, and carry out assays and protocols for high throughput screening (HTS) and advanced 3D cell cultures for internal and external parties
Plan and steer product development projects
Prepare and communicate results in the form of reports, SOPs, and technical presentations
Guide visiting researchers and/or technicians
Participate in scientific conferences, visiting customers on site
Provide scientific viewpoints, judgment and solutions that help us in protocol or business development
Be expert on the forefront alongside our business team, discussing with our clients about their assay development
Who You Are
You have PhD degree or equivalent experience in laboratory in the fields of Cell Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, or a related discipline
You have excellent laboratory skills, experience in working with 3D cell cultures is essential
You have strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
You have attention to detail especially when preparing and executing experiments
You have readiness to work in an interdisciplinary and evolving environment
You have excellent written and spoken skills in English
Previous experience in teaching or guiding others is considered a benefit
Previous experience with automated dispensing systems is considered a plus
This Is What We Offer For You
Meaningful job: We are proud of what we do. Our work highlights the expertise of our personnel, the high quality of our products and the company’s values.
Inspired and motivated teams: We have highly skilled workforce. We are a multifaceted, international organisation that works as a team to achieve our shared objectives.
Development opportunities: With us you can build up your expertise. We provide opportunities to support your development throughout every stage of your career.
Responsibility for people and environment: Our ethical principles embrace people as well as the environment. We are always striving to build a more sustainable future.
Additional Information
For more information, please contact Piia Mikkonen, tel. +358408434527 (on 28th October, 11th November or 18th November at 9-10am EET).Please send your application and CV via the link latest by 27th November 2022. We will process the applications as they come.For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel. +358204146600.A security background check may be performed for those selected to UPM positions, in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014.UPM is a non-smoking workplace in Finland.UPM Biomedicals is the forerunner in producing high quality nanofibrillar cellulose for medical and life science applications. More than 300 patents protect the existing and future products that rely on the Finnish birch pulp. We actively collaborate with universities, research centres and key industrial partners on innovations and products in the field of high throughput drug screening, personalized medicine, advanced cell therapies, 3D bioprinting, tissue engineering and wound care. www.upmbiomedicals.com