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Senior Scientist, Target Discovery, ADC – Orion, Turku

5.11.2025 | Avoimet työpaikat

Apply latest by 9.11.

https://duunitori.fi/tyopaikat/tyo/senior-scientist-target-discovery-adc-sosri-19709899?utm_source=loimu&utm_medium=site

Job description

About the Role 

Orion Pharma is making strategic investments in challenging R&D areas where our expertise can drive breakthroughs-particularly in cancer therapies. As part of this commitment, we are enhancing our oncology research capabilities by establishing dedicated Target Discovery teams within each of our oncology research units: Immuno-Oncology, Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADC), and Cancer Genomics. 

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Senior Scientist to join Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADC) Target Discovery Team. The ideal candidate has strong experience in preclinical cancer research and a solid background in cell and molecular cancer biology, with exposure to bioinformatics. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Design and execute strategies for identifying novel ADC targets using data-driven and lab-based approaches. 
  • Run ADC targets validation 
  • Conduct and/or coordinate experiments to assess ADC potency and safety. 
  • Provide expert guidance in cancer biology to project teams. 
  • Collaborate with internal teams (bioinformatics, chemistry, biology, pharmacology, clinical) to solve scientific challenges. 
  • Propose and manage research activities with strategic partners, CROs, and academic collaborators. 
  • Maintain detailed lab records and documentation. 
  • Analyse experimental data and present findings in meetings. 

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to discover and validate novel cancer targets and help develop first- or best-in-class ADCs from concept to clinical candidate. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cancer therapies that can make a real difference for patients. 

You will be located in Turku, Finland, and will report to the ADC Target Discovery Lead. This is a full-time, permanent and on-site position. Orion Pharma will support relocation to Finland. 

What We Offer 

  • A chance to work with experienced scientists across Orion’s R&D. 
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for growth. 
  • The opportunity to contribute to innovative therapies that improve patients’ lives. 

At Orion Pharma, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you can strive for excellence. We offer a wealth of career paths and development opportunities that support the development of innovative solutions and improving the quality of life. 

Please visit our website to find further information about our values and Orion as an employer https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/ 

Our expectations 

Essential competences, education and way of working : 

  • MS, or PhD in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or closely related field with typically 10+ (MS) or 4+ (PhD) years of postdoc or industry related experience. 
  • Strong understanding and experience of cancer biology, cell and molecular biology, and biochemistry. 
  • Practical experience with bioinformatics and omics data (transcriptomics, proteomics, spatial data) and analysis (e.g. online tools, R or Python). 
  • Hands-on experience with lab techniques: cell surface proteins labelling and analysis, flow cytometry, microscopy, cytotoxicity assays, qPCR, western blotting, and ELISA. 
  • Experience with 2D and 3D cell culture models. 
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead research activities. 
  • Strong interest in adopting new technologies and methods. 
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. 

How to apply and additional information 

Please send your application with the latest CV, cover letter, and salary request in English by 9th of November 2025. Please note that we will start reviewing applications during the application period. 

For additional details, do not hesitate to contact Antti Arjonen, ADC Target Discovery Lead, +358 40 721 9109 on any of the following times (Finnish Time): 5th Nov between 9am-4pm and 6th Nov between 9am-1pm (EET). 

#LI-ORION 

Approved medical examination which also includes drug testing is required prior to the employment. We will also carry out a security clearance prior to the employment for the selected person. 

Unit description 

Orion Pharma’s pharmaceutical innovations are created within its R&D organization. We employ around 400 top professionals in the field of drug discovery and development. We work globally: in Espoo and Turku in Finland, in Cambridge and Nottingham in England and in New York, NY, USA. Orion R&D and the Innovative Medicines business division are dedicated to making a transformation to become a global player in the pain and oncology therapy areas. 

Target Discovery Team is part of the Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADC) Research Group, one of three scientific units within Oncology Research, a division of Orion’s R&D Organization. Our team is dedicated to the discovery and validation of therapeutic ADC targets, leveraging omics technologies alongside a broad array of biophysical, biochemical, molecular, cellular, and in vivo methods. We strive to develop cutting-edge ADC therapies with the potential to transform the lives of cancer patients. 

About Us

Orion Pharma is a globally operating Nordic pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being for over a hundred years.

We’re home to more than 4,000 Orionees around the world, and we’re proud to be known as a responsible employer and a great place to work. At Orion Pharma, people are truly valued and trusted, encouraged to grow, and supported by a culture where every voice is heard. We appreciate each other, strive for excellence, and build the future.

Together we develop, manufacture, and market human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Our extensive portfolio includes proprietary and generic medicines as well as consumer health products. The core therapy areas of our pharmaceutical R&D are oncology and pain. Proprietary products developed by Orion Pharma are used to treat cancer, neurological diseases, respiratory diseases, and more.

We offer careers with a clear purpose: empowering people to live their lives to the fullest.

Molekulaarisen biotekniikan ja diagnostiikan yliopisto-opettaja – University of Turku

4.11.2025 | Avoimet työpaikat

Apply latest by 20.11.

https://duunitori.fi/tyopaikat/tyo/molekulaarisen-biotekniikan-ja-diagnostiikan-yliopisto-opettaja-stsur-19713851?utm_source=loimu&utm_medium=site

Job description

Teknillisen tiedekunnan Bioteknologian laitoksessa on haettavana molekulaarisen biotekniikan ja diagnostiikan yliopisto-opettajan työsopimussuhteinen määräaikainen tehtävä ajalle 1.1.2026 – 31.3.2029. Määräaikaisuuden peruste on sijaisuus.

Tehtävänkuvaus

Yliopisto-opettajan tehtävä sijoittuu laitoksen biotekniikan yksikköön ja sen keskeisimmät opetusvastuut liittyvät molekyylibiotieteet tutkinto-ohjelman molekulaarinen biotekniikka ja diagnostiikka -linjan opetukseen. Yliopisto-opettajan tehtävään kuuluu vastuu linjan harjoitustöiden suunnittelusta ja toteutuksesta ja sekä muita pääosin aine- ja syventäviin opintoihin liittyviä opetustehtäviä. Lisäksi tehtävään sisältyy opinnäytetöiden ohjausta, opinnäytetöiden ja työselostusten tarkastamista ja utugradu-prosessin hoitamista lopputöitä palauttaville opiskelijoille sekä tutkimus- ja hallintotyötä ja vastuuta tutkinto-ohjelmien kehittämisestä. Opetusvastuuseen kuuluvat mm. kurssit: MBID0019 Lab Exercises for Master’s Thesis in Molecular Biotechnology and Diagnostics, 10 op, ja MBID0035 Scientific Reporting, 5 op.

Etsimämme henkilö

Tehtävään otettavalta henkilöltä edellytetään aikaisempaa perehtyneisyyttä molekulaarisen biotekniikan ja in vitro -diagnostiikan sovellusalueeseen, erityisesti seuraaviin osaamisalueisiin: rekombinanttisitojaproteiinien ja -vasta-aineiden kehitys ja tuotto molekyylibiologisin menetelmin sekä näiden molekyylien diagnostiset ja muut biotekniset sovellukset. Tehtävää täytettäessä eduksi katsotaan tietoteknisiin menetelmiin ja tehosekvensointitekniikoihin perustuva osaaminen proteiinimuokkauksessa. Eduksi katsotaan myös alan aikaisempi julkaisu- ja tutkimustoiminta ja/tai jatko-opintojen suorittaminen tehtäväalalla sekä työkokemus alan teollisuudesta ja/tai tutkimusyhteistyö teollisuuden kanssa. Hyvä suomen ja englannin kielen taito on tehtävässä välttämätön. Valittavan henkilön edellytetään osallistuvan aktiivisesti alan tutkimukseen ja omaavan valmiudet hankkia omaa tutkimusrahoitusta.

Hakijan ansioita arvioitaessa keskeinen kriteeri on käytännön perehtyneisyys tehtäväalaan opetustehtävien kannalta ja valmius aloittaa tehtävässä 1.1.2026. Arvioitaessa huomioidaan myös aikaisempi julkaisu- ja tutkimustoiminta ja näkemys tutkimuksen suuntaamisesta tehtävässä tai väitöskirjatutkimuksessa proteiinimuokkauksen menetelmiin tai sovelluksiin, erityisesti tekninen asiantuntemus, valmius ohjata biotekniikan harjoitustöitä myös oman erityisalan ulkopuolelta, aikaisempi opetus- ja ohjauskokemus ja opiskelijapalaute, pedagoginen koulutus, taito tuottaa oppimateriaalia ja muut opetustoimessa saavutetut ansiot sekä opetusnäyte.

Tehtävän kelpoisuusvaatimuksista on säädetty Turun yliopiston johtosäännössä. Yliopisto-opettajan tehtävään otettavalta edellytetään siihen soveltuvaa ylempää korkeakoulututkintoa ja hyvää opetustaitoa.

Arvostamme yhteisöllisyyttä ja edistämme tasa-arvoa, monimuotoisuutta ja inklusiivisuutta. Kannustammekin erilaisen taustan omaavia päteviä hakijoita hakemaan avoimia tehtäviämme.

Tarjoamme

Tarjoamme sinulle vastuullisia ja mielenkiintoisia työtehtäviä sekä mahdollisuuden kehittää ammattiosaamistasi monipuolisessa toimintaympäristössä. Pääset osaksi ammattitaitoista ja innostavaa yliopistoyhteisöä, jossa tukenasi on laaja asiantuntijoiden verkosto. Huolehdimme työhyvinvoinnistasi ja arkesi toimivuudesta mm. joustavien työaikojen sekä hyvinvointipalvelujemme avulla.

  • Mahdollisuus kehittää itseäsi – Kannustamme henkilöstöämme kehittämään osaamistaan tarjoamalla monipuolisia koulutus- ja osaamisen kehittämismahdollisuuksia. Myös avoimen yliopistomme kurssit kuuluvat ilmaiseen koulutustarjontaan.
  • Hyvinvoinnistasi pidetään huolta – Työntekijöidemme hyvinvointi on meille tärkeää! Kattavan työterveyshuollon lisäksi omat hyvinvointipalvelumme seuraa, tukee ja kehittää henkilöstömme hyvinvointia. Fyysistä jaksamista edistämme CampusSportin liikuntapalveluilla henkilöstöhintaan.
  • Työ ja vapaa-aikasi ovat tasapainossa – Joustavan työaika ja laaja etätyömahdollisuus auttavat työn ja vapaa-ajan yhteensovittamisessa.
  • Mukava ja toisiaan tukeva työyhteisö – Kannustamme toisiamme ja arvostamme yhdessä tekemistä!

Lue lisää meistä Tervetuloa meille töihin -sivulta, jossa lisää siitä mitä yliopisto tarjoaa työntekijälleen.

Euroopan komissio on myöntänyt Turun yliopistolle oikeuden käyttää erinomaisen työnantajan HR Excellence in Research laatuleimaa merkkinä yliopiston sitoutumisesta tutkijoiden aseman ja työolosuhteiden jatkuvaan kehittämiseen Tutkijoiden eurooppalaisen peruskirjan tavoitteiden mukaisesti.

Turun yliopisto sijoittuu kansainvälisissä yliopistorankingeissa erittäin hyvin ja on useilla aloilla maailman yliopistojen parhaimmiston joukossa. Korkealaatuinen perustutkimus, monitieteinen tutkimusprofiili sekä tiivis yhteistyö tutkimusinfrastruktuureiden osalta luovat pohjan kansainväliselle huippututkimukselle. Lue lisää sijoittumisestamme kansainvälisissä yliopistorankingeissa.

Turun yliopistossa on useita korkeatasoisia huippututkimuksen edellyttämiä tutkimusinfrastruktuureja. Katso lista Turun yliopiston tutkimusinfrastruktuureista ja lue lisää yritysyhteistyötä tukevista palvelututkimuksesta ja infrastruktuureista.

Palkkaus ja koeaika

Palkkasumma täsmentyy työsopimusta laadittaessa. Palkka määräytyy yliopistojen työehtosopimuksen perusteella. Tehtävä kuuluu opetus- ja tutkimushenkilökuntaan ja tehtävän vaativuustaso on 4 – 5, lisäksi maksetaan henkilökohtaiseen suoriutumiseen perustuvaa palkanosaa. Palkkaus aiemmasta kokemuksesta ja osaamisesta riippuen on noin 3100 – 3900 eur/kk. Tehtävässä on kuuden kuukauden koeaika.

Hakuohjeet

Jätä hakemuksesi viimeistään 20.11.2025 (klo 16:00) yliopiston sähköisellä hakulomakkeella. Linkki järjestelmään on yliopiston www-sivuilla ilmoituksen alussa (”Täytä hakemus”). https://www.utu.fi/fi/yliopisto/tule-meille-toihin/avoimet-tehtavat

Hakemukseen tulee liittää TENKin mallin mukainen ansioluettelo (https://tenk.fi/fi/ohjeet-ja-aineistot/tutkijan-ansioluettelomalli), motivaatiokirje, opetusportfolio, julkaisuluettelo, lyhyt kuvaus tieteellisen tutkimuksen suuntaamisesta tehtävässä (1 sivu) sekä muut asiakirjat, jotka voivat vaikuttaa tehtävän täyttämiseen.

Opetusportfoliota koskevat ohjeet löytyvät yliopiston www-sivuilta osoitteesta: https://www.utu.fi/fi/opetusportfolio 

Lisätietoja antaa

Lisätietoja tehtävästä antaa professori Tero Soukka, tero.soukka(at)utu.fi

Hakumenettelyä koskeviin tiedusteluihin vastaa henkilöstöasiantuntija Janna Salminen, janna.j.salminen(at)utu.fi

Laboratory Analyst/Technician — AB Enzymes, Rajamäki

14.8.2025 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?company=ABE&jobId=476

The role

In your role as a laboratory analyst/technician, your work is to skilfully and precisely perform laboratory experiments related to gene technology, microbiology, enzyme analytics, and automation. The daily tasks would include e.g. production of enzymes in fungal platform, analysis of laboratory scale cultivations and documentation of the results. We expect you to adhere to our agreed high standards and HSE practices.

The position is a permanent and located in Rajamäki, Finland.

About you

You hold a Bachelor´s degree from University of Applied Sciences or a technician´s degree and have hands-on skills in molecular biology methods (PCR, DNA extraction etc.) and microbiology methods, especially using bacteria or fungi. Laboratory experience in enzyme or other biotechnology industry is a clear asset. We are expecting a pragmatic and independent working style with the ability to prioritize and organize individual tasks for efficient throughput. We are looking for a reliable team player and value a high level of responsibility and accountability, as well as a willingness to further develop your skills. Good written and verbal communication skills in English are essential. Finnish language skills are considered as an advantage.

Please send your CV and cover letter with a salary expectation by latest September 14th, 2025. Please note that applications are processed already within the application period.

Protein Scientist / Research and Development – Onego Bio, Helsinki

31.10.2024 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4061099870/?refId=5c0b0874-a9e2-4277-a0e9-660d0ef4f912&trackingId=%2FHp21%2BXGQ2Oo1HL1Emqoiw%3D%3D

About the job

Are you interested in shaping the future of food by producing new sustainable food ingredients with cutting edge technology and with superb colleagues who are top experts in their field? Onego Bio might be just the place for you.

Onego Bio is a Finnish leading food-biotech company producing animal-free egg protein with precision fermentation. The company’s award-winning technology has placed them at the forefront of the industry, having cracked the code to producing bioidentical egg proteins that provide the same taste, functionality, and nutrition but without the poor efficiency and harmful impacts of animal agriculture. Onego Bio is launching its first product Bioalbumen® as an ingredient for the food industry and transforming the food system to meet the urgent sustainability requirements of the world. The company is focused on scaling precision fermentation to industrial scale with the superior Trichoderma reesei production platform.

Founded by alternative protein pioneer Maija Itkonen (CEO) and precision fermentation trailblazer Christopher Landowski (CTO), Onego Bio is a spin-off that salutes the remarkable work done by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland for the next level cellular agriculture products and applications. In April 2024 Onego raised a $40M Series A funding round (one of the largest in the Nordics) for fueling scale up and go-to-market in the US. Similarly, in July 2024 Onego secured €14M / $15.2M new funding from the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator Program and additional Series A investors. In 2024 Onego Bio has successfully raised altogether €50.5M / $55M, bringing the company’s total funding to € 65M / $70.8M. Since launching, the company has received massive international recognition, including being selected as a winner of Fast Company’s 2023 World Changing Ideas Awards. Onego Bio is a founding member of Food Fermentation Europe and Precision Fermentation Alliance US. Get to know us better by exploring our webpage www.onego.bio/about-us

We are now looking for an experienced Protein Scientist to join our R&D team in Helsinki, Finland

In this position, you will play an essential role in supporting and leading development projects within R&D and contribute towards our greater goal of providing animal-free egg protein ingredients to the world. We aim to play a significant role in building the sustainable food system with the help of our partners throughout the world. Towards this goal our team utilizes microbial production systems for expressing egg white proteins using filamentous fungi.

Your responsibilities as Protein Scientist:

  • Conducting scientific projects in the fields of molecular biology and protein production.
  • Using your expertise in molecular biology and protein engineering to address challenges in egg white protein production.
  • Developing protein screening technologies and workflows for novel egg white protein production.
  • Further developing our protein expression platforms with the newest innovations.
  • Comprehensive and timely documentation of activities in electronic lab notebooks and relevant databases.

Who we are looking for:

  • Candidate should have a Master’s degree in biotechnology, molecular biology, protein chemistry, or related field.
  • Proven, excellent laboratory skills and experience in molecular biology and protein science techniques, including DNA cloning and mutagenesis, protein expression, protein purification using chromatography techniques, protein analysis, assay development, and protein functional characterization.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience working in yeast or filamentous fungi.
  • Industrial experience working in a biotechnology company would be a big plus.
  • Good scientific reporting skills.
  • Good written and spoken English skills.
  • Proven ability to effectively execute and manage scientific activities: both on the bench and beyond.

As a person, we hope that you:

  • Independently plan your work and execute experiments skillfully and precisely.
  • Are self-motivated and willing to take the initiative to get things accomplished.
  • Eagerly want to continuously develop methods and ways of working.
  • Have effective communication skills.
  • Work well with other team members and contribute to a good working environment.
  • Can tolerate pressure and maintain a good work-life balance.
  • Are flexible to take on a variety of tasks anticipated in a start-up company.

With Onego Bio, you’ll enjoy:

  • Molecular biology with an impact. Onego Bio works on creating cutting-edge microbial protein production systems. Microbial production technology to produce egg white protein shows potential to significantly mitigate environmental impacts up to 90% according to recent study published in Nature Food. The positive impact of our technology does not only contribute positively on the environment but also supply chain stability, global health, food security and animal welfare. Egg is one of the world’s most popular proteins and our team stands to meet the demand in a way that preserves the future of our planet.
  • Superb colleagues. We offer working in a passionate environment within a fun and diverse team who want to make an impact in the world. With Onego Bio, you will join a dedicated group of top experts in their respective fields who foster a culture of trust, openness, and sharing ideas.
  • Competitive salary. We want to attract the best people, so we will provide competitive salaries.
  • Nordic work–life balance. Working in Finland, the happiest country in the world, enables a high quality of life. At Onego Bio, we make our people’s well-being a priority. We offer 6 weeks paid vacation a year, among other benefits including extended occupational healthcare, and exercise and culture benefits.
  • Employment type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Location: Helsinki Finland (on site)

Apply now and join our community of brilliant minds!

Please send your CV, application letter and salary request as a combined file as soon as possible but at the latest by 30th November 2024. We will process applications as they come in and fill the position as soon as we find the right candidate.

Interested and want to hear more?

For further information, please contact: Senior Scientist, Dr. Sudeep Karki, email: sudeep.karki@onego.bio

Read more about our past work on the topic:

https://www.hs.fi/visio/art-2000010306262.html

https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/onego-bio-series-a-funding-precision-fermentation-egg-protein-gras

https://www.fastcompany.com/90878786/onego-bio-bioalbumen-animal-free-egg-whites

https://foodmatterslive.com/article/precision-fermentation

https://www.talouselama.fi/uutiset/ovatko-tassa-suomen-seuraavat-kasvuraketit-talouselaman-lista-paljastaa-10-kiinnostavinta-startupia/2dcba57f-b63d-41f4-82d8-0e9689c57e5b

https://sifted.eu/articles/foodtech-startups-to-watch

https://www.onego.bio/press/our-news/seed-round

https://www.onego.bio/press/our-news/additional-funding

https://www.onego.bio/press/our-news/perfectday-nth-bio

We look forward to hearing from you!

QC Manager – FinVector Oy

15.7.2021 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://www.sympahr.net/public/pq.aspx?816287c9&lang=en-US

We are looking for a QC Manager to lead and reinforce our Quality Control team.

Suitable candidate has previous experience in managing people and analytical lab work. Understanding of quality systems and pharmaceutical industry are seen as a plus.

Your main responsibilities include managing the overall work of the QC department and overseeing QC activities. As QC Manager you are establishing priorities, monitoring the progress of all assigned tasks, allocating resources and ensuring that the tasks meet milestones and deadlines.  

You could be the person if…

You are able to set direction, define suitable course of action, and delegate responsibilities in a practical manner. Moreover, you are proficient at planning, efficient in time management and good at organizing needed resources.

You are able to make clear decisions and take responsibility over tasks and people

You are resourceful and able to apply your expertise in QC activities. You share your knowledge to the team and organization.

You are able to work in a systematic and strategic manner to achieve objectives. You are able to see future prospects and have overall vision of your own responsibility area.

You are good at building relations within the organization and you find it easy to communicate at all levels of the organization. You understand different functions in the organization and the links between them.

Most importantly, as QC Manager you need to inspire, support and develop your team!

In order to succeed, you would need a degree in the field of laboratory, bioanalytics, cell biology, biochemistry or any other related field of study. You also need to communicate fluently both in written and spoken English.

The position is permanent and we hope that you are able to join our team in September. This role is new in our organization due to our ongoing growth.

We offer you an active and lively work community with diverse staff. We provide you occupational health-care and we support your well-being by ePassi-account. Furthermore, we will support your personal development.

Please apply by 1.8.2021!

For more information, please contact Anna-Kaisa Lehtivarjo, tel. 050-3407250. You’ll reach Anna-Kaisa from 19.7. on during office hours.


Early Stage Researcher, Molecular Biology

14.6.2021 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://rekry.saima.fi/certiahome/open_job_view.html?did=5600&jc=16&id=000011543&lang=fi

The University of Eastern Finland is inviting applications for an Early Stage Researcher in Molecular Biology – position in Joensuu campus. The position will be filled for a period of four year starting from September 1, 2021. Please find more information below and submit your application no later than 3 August 2021. 

Role and salary

The research project, funded by the Academy of Finland, aims to understand the processing of stalled mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) replication forks, their relation to mtDNA integrity and cellular signalling responses. The PhD student will investigate the role of two proteins in the cleavage of stalled mitochondrial replication forks, the fate of broken mtDNA in cells and the signalling pathways that react to mtDNA damage or interact with extramitochondrial mtDNA.

Positions of Early Stage Researchers shall always be filled for a fixed term (UEF University Regulations, Section 31). The position will be filled for a period of four year starting from September 1, 2021. A probationary period is applied to all new members of the staff.

The salary of the position is based on the salary system for the teaching and research staff at universities. The salary consists of the job-related salary element and the personal performance salary element. For this position, the job requirement level used to determine the job-related salary element is 2–4, and the personal performance salary element is 6–50% of the job-related salary element. The estimated monthly salary in the beginning of the employment will be 2,288.17- 3,163.95 €/per month. The salary of an early stage researcher depends on the phase of the doctoral dissertation and postgraduate studies as well as personal performance.

As Early Stage researcher your main responsibilities will include:

  • Manipulation of enzymes involved in mtDNA maintenance using siRNA knockdown, CRISPR/Cas9-knockout and induced overexpression in cultured cells
  • Analysis of mtDNA replication intermediates and stalled replication forks using agarose electrophoresis and transmission electron microscopy
  • Investigation of the signalling pathways affected by mtDNA damage or mtDNA escape from mitochondria by Western blots, inhibitors and knockdown of key components
  • Research visits to collaboration laboratories
  • Presenting of research results in international conferences and publishing results
  • Writing of a Ph.D. thesis

Our requirements and expectations

A person to be appointed as an Early Stage Researcher shall be qualified to pursue postgraduate studies, i.e. he or she is required to have completed a suitable higher university degree or an equivalent education abroad, which in the country in question would qualify the person for similar academic studies. A master’s degree or equivalent in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry or a related field is required for the position. Persons graduating in the near future are also encouraged to apply. However, they are expected to hold a relevant M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) by the starting date of the Early Stage Researcher position.

Potential candidate should have good command of the English language. We expect the student to have good prior knowledge of molecular biology methods and cell culture. Previous experience with mitochondria or mitochondrial DNA metabolism is a plus.

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. 

Please read more in the Work at UEF section on our website.

You will have an opportunity to work in an interesting role as part of our international, creative, participatory and inclusive academic community.

How to apply?

Submit your application by using our electronic application form no later than 3 August 2021 (by 24.00 hours Finnish time)

Please note that you must include the following appendices in your application:

  • CV (max 2 pages http://www.tenk.fi/en/template-researchers-curriculum-vitae including possible publications)
  • a motivational letter and the contact details for one or two references
  • 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 

Questions?

For further information on the position, please contact Senior Researcher Jaakko Pohjoismäki, Ph.D., tel. +358 29 445 3052, jaakko.pohjoismaki@uef.fi.

For further information on the application procedure, please contact Executive Assistant Satu Turunen, tel. +358 29 445 3031, satu.turunen@uef.fi (on vacation July 3- July 30). 

Postdoctoral Researcher/Project Researcher, Molecular biology

13.4.2021 | Avoimet työpaikat

https://rekry.saima.fi/certiahome/open_job_view.html?did=5600&jc=16&id=000011019&lang=fi

The University of Eastern Finland is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher/Project Researcher, Molecular biology position, School of Medicine, Institute of Biomedicine, Kuopio Campus. Please find more information below and submit your application no later than 3rd of May 2021.  

Role and Salary

We are seeking for a Postdoctoral Researcher/Project Researcher to join the Academy of Finland funded project studying ‘SUMOylation-regulated chromatin protein networks in transcription factor-directed cellular differentiation’ led by Professor Jorma Palvimo.

The project investigates how SUMOylation, an intriguing nuclear post-translational modification, regulates networks of chromatin proteins during transcription factor-directed cellular differentiation and reprogramming. The project utilizes genome- and proteome-wide approaches with cell models. The project also investigates the chromatin SUMOylation in the context of glucocorticoid resistance in leukemia cells. 

More information of the PI and research is available on the web pages https://uefconnect.uef.fi/en/person/jorma.palvimo/

https://uefconnect.uef.fi/en/group/steroid-receptors-and-sumo-modifications-in-the-regulation-of-gene-networks-and-cellular-plasticity/

More information of the Institute of Biomedicine is available https://www.uef.fi/en/unit/institute-of-biomedicine

The position will be filled for a three-year term starting from 1 June 2021, or later by agreement. The position will be filled for a fixed term due to it pertaining to a specific project. Job is a full-time position.

A probationary period is applied to all new members of the staff.

The salary of the position is determined in accordance with the salary system of the Finnish universities. The salary comprises two components: a job requirement component and a personal performance component. In this position, the job requirement component is 3000,49 euros/month, based on level 5 of the job requirement chart for teaching and research staff. The personal performance component can be a minimum of 6 % and a maximum of 50 % of the above-mentioned sum. The estimated salary in the beginning of the employment will be 3 300,50 – 3 660,56 €. 

Our requirements and expectations

  • PhD degree in Molecular Biology or related discipline
  • firm training in molecular biology or biochemistry
  • experience in chromatin biology and genome-wide or proteome-wide approaches

The person to be appointed to the Postdoctoral Researcher Position is required to hold a doctoral degree, which may not have been completed more than five years ago at the time of accepting the position. (In this context, the 5 years refer to a net period of time, which does not include maternity leaves, parental leaves, or military service, etc.). If the person to be appointed has received a doctoral degree more than five years ago, the position will be filled as a Project Researcher.

Your benefits  

You will have an 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.   

Please read more in the Work at UEF section on our website.  

You will have an opportunity to work in an interesting 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 May 3, 2021 (by 24.00 hours Finnish time).  

Please note that you must include the following appendices in your application:  The electronic application should contain the following appendices:
– a résumé or CV (http://www.tenk.fi/en/template-researchers-curriculum-vitae)
– a list of publications (http://www.aka.fi/en/funding/how-to-apply/appendices-required/guidelines-for-list-of-publications/)
– motivation letter
– copies of the applicant’s academic degree certificates/ diplomas, and copies of certificates / diplomas relating to the applicant’s language proficiency, if not indicated in the academic degree certificates/diplomas
– scientific merits and research work

Questions?  

For further information on the position, please contact Professor Jorma Palvimo, +358 29 445 4250, jorma.palvimo@uef.fi  

For further information on the application procedure, please contact HR Secretary Minna Leskinen, +358 29 445 4278, minna.k.leskinen@uef.fi.