Professor in Clinical Chemistry

We are now looking for a

Professor in Clinical Chemistry

to join us in the Research Unit of Translational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine (20%), and the Northern Finland Laboratory Center Nordlab,Oulu University Hospital (80%) for a joint position.

Translational Medicine Research Unit is a multidisciplinary unit that conducts research covering the fields of translational research anesthesia, intensive care, surgery and cancer, and provides patient centered medicine to prevent, diagnose and treat human illness.

The position of Chief Physician in Northern Finland Laboratory Center NordLab is connected to this post and these two posts must be applied jointly.

About the job

As a professor you will be a dynamic individual who provides vision, leadership, and guidance in the field of clinical chemistry.

You will be responsible for both undergraduate and postgraduate training, and implementation of entrustable professional activities in postgraduate training as part of a clinician’s daily work.

What we offer?

• The support of an experienced and enthusiastic team where you can share your expertise and grow as an expert.
• Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture and well-being. Read more about other staff benefits.
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• We have an HR Excellence in Research -quality label which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers. 
• If you are moving from abroad, we offer comprehensive relocation packages to support your smooth relocation to Oulu.
• We also consider the possibility of recruiting the accompanying spouse to the University of Oulu.
• Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, an excellent education system, and competitive economy. Read more about living in Oulu

Who are you?

In order to succeed and enjoy the position, we expect from you: 

• a doctoral degree,
• high-quality scientific competence,
• experience in supervising scientific research,
• ability to give high-quality education based on research and supervision of doctoral theses,  
• evidence of international collaboration in their field of research and training

The teaching language in University of Oulu is Finnish. Teaching in English is also possible.

Salary

The position is permanent as of 1.10.2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The salary will be based on the levels 8-9 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 (a maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). The starting gross salary will be approx. 5700-6500 € per month (before taxes).  A trial period of 6 months is applied for the position.

If the position of the Chief Physician in Northern Finland Laboratory Center NordLab cannot be jointly filled with the post of Professor in Clinical Chemistry, or the recruitment committee disagrees about the suitable candidate, recruiting process of Professor in Clinical Chemistry in University of Oulu becomes void as well.

If the person chosen for the post of Professor in Clinical Chemistry resigns from the post of Chief Physician in Northern Finland Laboratory Center NordLab, the employment relationship in University of Oulu expires as well.

How to apply?

Interested? If yes, please apply by 18.5.2025 (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. Certificate of a right to practise as a licensed medical specialist in clinical chemistry in Finland 
4. List of publications following the guidelines of the Academy of Finland
5. Brief account of research merits 
6. Brief account of teaching merits or a teaching portfolio containing:
   1. Teaching philosophy, teaching strategies, and methods
   2. Teacher’s self-reflection on his/her teaching style, a personal background idea of teaching; how are these reflected in teaching?
   3. A description of oneself as a teacher and an implementer of educational work
   4. Practical experience in teaching and efforts to improve teaching
   5. Description of educational material (curricula, handouts, assignments, workbooks)
   6. Professional development as a teacher
   7. Evaluation of teaching (student evaluations, peer evaluations, awards, and assessed test lectures)
   8. Plans for future directions of teaching in the discipline concerned
7. Details regarding acquisition of research funds 
8. A brief research and action plan 
9. Contact details of 2–4 persons available for recommendation.

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, genders, and lingual, cultural, or minority groups. 

The selection process follows the University of Oulu recruitment guidelines. The process is carried out by a recruitment committee which may include also members from Northern Finland Laboratory Center Nordlab. The candidates that are considered most suitable by the recruitment committee will also undergo an expert evaluation assessing the following merits:

• Scientific activities and their reflection in the publication record, scientific presentations, and other recognitions, e.g. awards and patents
• Teaching activities and their evaluation (teaching portfolio; including student’s evaluation)
• Supervision of diploma and doctoral students
• Acquisition of competitive research funds
• International scientific activities and contacts
• Services for the academic community
• Academic and societal relevance and potential of activities

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please contact Osmo Tervonen, Dean
tel. +358 29 448 6024
e-mail: osmo.tervonen(at)oulu.fi

If you have questions concerning the recruitment process, please contact HR Manager Tiina Pääkkönen, e-mail: tiina.paakkonen(at)oulu.fi