The University of Oulu is one of the biggest and most multidisciplinary universities in Finland. We create new knowledge and innovations that help to solve global challenges. We offer you an international and inspiring working environment where you are given responsibility and can use your skills, develop yourself and do work that matters. Our flexible and family-friendly workplace makes it easy for you to balance work and leisure. The University of Oulu is ranked in the top 3% of the world´s universities.
We are now looking for a
to join our Industrial Water Research Group in Chemical Process Engineering, Faculty of Technology in the University of Oulu. The Postdoctoral Researcher will be based in the project “Combined Ion Exchange-Reduction Process for the Elimination of Fluorinated Contaminants in Waters” (https://www.oulu.fi/en/projects/combined-ion-exchange-reduction-process-elimination-fluorinated-contaminants-waters), funded by the Academy of Finland. The project will focus on the combination of ion exchange/desorption and reductive UV/sulfite degradation for PFAS elimination in contaminated waters. The project advances our understanding of ion exchange and desorption behaviour of PFAS and their substitutes on anion exchange resins as well as their degradation efficiencies in complex water matrices. The study is also expected to provide novel insights into PFAS degradation mechanisms. The project is led by Prof. Tiina Leiviskä.
As a postdoctoral researcher, you will investigate the concentration and UV/sulfite degradation of long- and short-chain PFAS and their substitutes in complex water matrices. You will demonstrate the optimized process in real contaminated waters. You will disseminate research results through scientific publications and conference presentations. You will also assist in supervising doctoral researchers and Master's students and participate in drafting research grants. You will also have the possibility to carry out teaching activities. The work includes a short-term research visit to Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research, in Germany. The details of the research visit will be planned and discussed with the selected candidate taking into account project needs.
In order to succeed in and enjoy the position, we would expect from you:
Assessment of the applicants’ qualifications will be based on the following criteria acknowledging the content of the job: previous work experience, scientific publications, national and international mobility and networking skills, other academic activities and merits.
The position is fixed term for 2 years and is filled as of 1.3.2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter, the start date is flexible and can be negotiated).
The salary will be based on the levels 5-6 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. 3600-4200 € per month (before taxes).
A trial period of 6 months is applied in the position.
Interested? If yes, please apply by Monday, 18 December 2023 (23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.
The application should be written in English and include the following:
The eligible applicants fitting best in the profile expected for the position will 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, different genders and members of different language, cultural or minority groups.
For further information, please contact tiina.leiviska(at)oulu.fi
Type of employment | Temporary position |
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Contract type | Full time |
First day of employment | 1.3.2024 |
Number of positions | 1 |
Full-time equivalent | 100% |
City | Oulu |
County | Pohjois-Pohjanmaa |
Country | Finland |
Reference number | 2023/569 |
Published | 08.Nov.2023 |
Last application date | 18.Dec.2023 |