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Apply latest by 17.5.2026
Job Description
Are you passionate about using data to transform cancer treatment? Join Orion Pharma to become part of a mission to shape the future of Oncology.
At Orion Pharma, our mission is to promote development of new therapeutics and wellbeing. Within the Oncology Therapy Area, we are committed to delivering innovative, transformative cancer medicines and the right drug for the right patient through rigorous science, disciplined execution and speed.
To support this mission, the Bioinformatics team within Translational Medicine is seeking a talented Bioinformatician to support drug target discovery and R&D across our Oncology research units. In this role, you will contribute to cutting-edge research by leveraging proteomics data as a primary focus, integrated with other multimodal datasets, and advanced computational approaches to drive discovery and translational impact.
This is a two-year fixed-term, onsite position based in Turku or Espoo, Finland, reporting to the Head of Bioinformatics.
Key Responsibilities
You will work closely with bioinformatics and cross-functional teams to discover and validate novel cancer targets and contribute to development of new therapeutics from concept to clinical candidate.
What We Offer
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/.
What are we looking for?
The successful candidate is expected to fulfil the following requirements:
How to apply
Please submit your application, including CV, cover letter, and salary request, in English by 17 May 2026. Please note that the applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the application period.
For additional details contact Riikka Lund, Head of Bioinformatics: riikka.lund@orionpharma.com.
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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 Cambridge, MA, 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.
The Bioinformatics Team belongs to the Translational Medicine section within the Oncology Therapy Area, a division of Orion’s R&D Organization. Our team is dedicated to supporting data driven discovery, validation and development of therapeutic targets by leveraging multiomics technologies alongside a broad range of multimodal data. We are committed to develop cutting-edge therapies with the potential to transform the lives of cancer patients.
Description of position
We are looking for an experienced Research Assistant/Associate to be based in the R&D laboratories in Turku. This is a hands-on position for an experienced Assistant/Associate who enjoys working in the lab. You will be part of the Cancer Genomics team, but work in close collaboration with the other research organisations of Orion. You will have an opportunity to be part of a highly motivated and international team and work in modern laboratory facilities equipped with state-of-art laboratory instrumentation. This is a permanent position and location is Turku, Finland.
Main responsibilities:
Description of unit
Oncology Research is accountable for the discovery of novel targets and research projects in the therapy area of oncology at Orion. Cancer Genomics team is one of the four research teams in Oncology Research, and our teams build the R&D Oncology portfolio and Oncology strategy in close collaboration with business and all R&D global functions.
We Offer
We are offering an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic team in modern laboratory facilities equipped with state-of-art laboratory instrument in Oncology Research at Orion. Join us – together we build well-being and do work that we are proud of!
In Orion, we have a highly interesting R&D pipeline and enthusiastic working environment. We offer an exciting opportunity to create an impact on the future therapies for patients. 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.
Requirements
A successful applicant has several years of experience in hands-on laboratory work and techniques related to cellular and biochemical assays, for example in running high throughput screens as well as common molecular biology techniques (RNA/DNA/protein isolations and analysis, and/or immunoassays). Previous strong knowledge and experience working with mammalian cell cultures and related functional studies (for example transfections, reporter assays) is required.
Additionally, we expect that you have a suitable degree in the field of health sciences, for example from University of Applied Sciences. You are highly motivated, possess interpersonal and organizational skills that allow you to interact in a collaborative work environment. You also have basic computational skills, ideally experience in documentation using electronic lab notebook, and are able to communicate in verbal and written English. Industry experience is an advantage, but not a requirement.
Additional information
Please send your application latest by 26 May 2021.
For further information, please contact Dr Julia Lindqvist, Senior Scientist in Cancer Genomics and Metabolism, +358 50 966 7975, during the following hours: Wednesday May 19 at 15.00-16.00 or Friday May 21 at 9.00-10.00.
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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.
