Doctoral researcher, Neurovascular and glymphatic research, Oulu Functional Neuroimaging, Faculty of Medicine and Biocenter Oulu - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

We are now looking for applications for full-time 

DOCTORAL RESEARCHER

position starting at 1.1.2024 in University of Oulu, Finland. Successful applicant will belong to the strategic Biocenter Oulu spearhead project headed by the professors Lauri Eklund and Vesa Kiviniemi providing highly complementary expertise in endothelial cell and molecular biology, advanced microscopic imaging, disease modeling in mice, clinical neuroimaging, and brain clearance therapy research.

SUBJECT FIELD: Brain is metabolically highly active organ and requires an efficient system to remove the resulting metabolic waste, while failures in the clearance can cause neurodegenerative disorder such as Alzheimer’s disease. In most cases no therapy or prevention exists due to limited understanding of clearance mechanisms, lack of suitable techniques for clinical monitoring and limited knowledge of how to translate experimental findings to the clinical work.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Oulu Functional Neuroimaging (OFNI), headed by Professor Kiviniemi, is a multi-disciplinary neuroimaging research group in the Faculty of Medicine, at the Oulu University Hospital and the University of Oulu. Kiviniemi’s research focuses on developing new methods for analysis of functional neuroimaging data, early diagnostics, and novel treatment modalities for dementia. In this project we will use clinical imaging technologies to advance the understanding of neurohydrodynamic clearance mechanisms in brains, analysis of microscopic video image data from pre-clinical models and data from potential treatments to enhance brain clearance functionality to prevent neurological diseases.

REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTORAL RESEARCHER:

• Master's degree in biomedical engineering.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• IT skills: Python, Embedded Linux, SQL, R, Matlab, FSL, AFNI, LISA, ROV & C++ programming.
• Prior experience in pre-processing and analyzing time domain microscopical image and functional MRI data with physiological probing data from animals and humans.
• Capability to perform signal FFT power, and other basic signal processing tools.
• Capability to perform optical flow analysis of propagating physiological phenomena.
• Please see also the requirements of the University of Oulu Graduate School (UniOGS).

WHAT WE OFFER:

• You will become a part of a highly talented, multidisciplinary research team working on strategically and globally significant research area.
• Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture and well-being. Read more about other staff benefits here.
• Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and close-ones in settling into Oulu.
• Development and career options of the big organization.
• We have a HR Excellence in Research -quality label which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers. 
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, excellent education system, and competitive economy. Read more about living in Oulu.

WHO ARE YOU? In your cover letter, please describe the qualifications relevant for the job as bullet points. Add also other merits applicable to the job. Clearly separate requirements that are expected and those that are seen as an advance.

SALARY: The position is fixed-term for 4 years as of 1.1.2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. The salary will be based on the levels 2-4 of the demand level chart for teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). Starting gross salary will be approx. 2300-2600 € per month (before taxes). A trial period of 6 months is applied in the position.

HOW TO APPLY?: Please apply by 8.11.2023 (23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system. The application should be written in English and include the following:

1. Cover letter.
2. CV following the guidelines of the Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity
3. List of publications following the guidelines of the Academy of Finland
4. Certificates/Diplomas
5. Contact information of two persons available for recommendation

The eligible applicants fitting best in the profile expected for the position can be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, such as people of different ages, genders and lingual, cultural or minority groups.

CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any further questions, please contact Professor Vesa Kiviniemi, vesa.kiviniemi@oulu.fi