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Fixed term position for Research Assistant or Project Researcher – University of Turku

Apply latest by 17.11.

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National PET Centre is looking for a Research Assistant or Project Researcher for time period 1.12.2025-31.8.2026.

Job description

The Research Assistant’s / Project Researcher’s tasks will be processing and analyzing of research data, reporting research results in scientific journals, and tasks supporting research.

Who we are looking for

Eligibility requirement for the position is knowledge of handling medical data and image processing, programming skills, experience of applying artificial intelligence in real-world data, and fluent English language skill. Experience in analysing of medical images, cardiovascular research and machine learning involving coding is an advantage.

Eligibility requirement for a Project Researcher is a Master’s degree. The position can be filled for a Research Assistant or Project Researcher according to the background of the applicant. The job title depends on the education and experience of the person selected.

We will offer you responsible and interesting work and opportunity to develop your skills in versatile working environment. Read more about University of Turku as an employer from the Come work with us -page: www.utu.fi/en/university/come-work-with-us

Salary and trial period

The salary is determined in accordance with the University salary system for teaching and research personnel. The Research Assistant’s task is on level 1, where the task-specific salary component is 2 074,47 euros per month. Project Researcher´s salary will be based on demand levels 2-4, where the task-specific salary component is 2 281,48-2 844,66 euros per month. In addition, a personal work performance component will be paid.

A three (3) month trial period may apply to the position.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted at the latest on 17.11.2025 (16:00) using the electronic application form of the University of Turku. The link to the application system is at the beginning of this announcement (“Apply for the job”).

Please include with your application a CV, motivation letter and other possible attachments, which are relevant.

Further information

For further information about the position please contact Associate Professor Riku Klén, riku.klen@utu.fi

For information about the recruitment system or process, please contact HR Specialist Mirjami Jaakkola, mirjami.a.jaakkola@utu.fi.

Apply between 3 November 2025 and 17 November 2025 16:00 (Europe/Helsinki)

Turku PET Centre

The National PET Centre is a joint institution of University of Turku, Åbo Akademi University and Turku University hospital, which is concentrated in research of positron emission tomography and offers imaging services for example to academic research, clinical diagnostics, and drug development.

The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.

Postdoctoral Researcher, Automated Fungal Strain Development, VTT – Espoo

https://duunitori.fi/tyopaikat/tyo/postdoctoral-researcher-automated-fungal-strain-development-stsek-19487280

Published: 1.8. | Application deadline: 31.8.2025

VTT is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join its Protein Production team for a fixed-term three-year position starting in January 2026. The team focuses on filamentous fungi, particularly Trichoderma reesei, for the production of sustainable food and material proteins, enzyme mixtures, and therapeutic proteins.

The Postdoctoral Researcher will contribute to digitalizing and automating fungal strain development, using data-driven approaches, machine learning, and high-throughput experimentation within the Design-Build-Test-Learn framework. The role aims to accelerate the creation of high-quality cell factories, particularly for non-model organisms where biofoundry pipelines are still under development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Laboratory research to develop pipelines for high-throughput creation and analysis of T. reesei protein production strains
• Developing and implementing automated methods, including AI-based analysis and predictive design, to screen high-performing fungal strains
• Designing, developing, and optimizing fungal chassis strains for traits such as increased secretion, reduced carbon catabolite repression, and lower proteolytic activity
• Establishing standards and metrics for biofoundry operations to translate small-scale data to larger-scale production
• Contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Disseminating research through publications and participating in public funding proposals
• Supervising or mentoring junior team members

Qualifications:

• PhD earned within the last five years in biotechnology, microbiology/biochemistry, biochemical engineering, or a related field
• Experience with high-throughput methods, automation, and relevant programming languages
• Knowledge of fungal biology, strain engineering, bioinformatics, or bioprocess engineering is an asset
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken

Desired attributes:

• Open-minded and innovative, with a long-term research vision
• Willing to explore new topics and methods to achieve ambitious goals
• Strong team player with a supportive approach
• Able to interact with academic, industrial, and interdisciplinary networks
• Independent and self-motivated, with a commitment to continuous learning

VTT offers:

• Research with societal impact, contributing to sustainable solutions
• Support for postdoctoral development, including project management, scientific writing, and collaboration with industry
• An open, interdisciplinary culture with international networks
• Excellent work-life balance, six weeks of paid holidays, occupational healthcare, and wellness benefits

Applications, including CV and salary request, should be submitted via VTT’s recruitment system by 31 August 2025. A security clearance will be conducted during the recruitment process.