Doctoral Researcher and Postdoctoral researcher, Research Unit of Clinical Medicine - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

We are now looking for

One Doctoral Researcher and one Postdoctoral Researcher

to join us in the project "Gut Microbiome in Obesity from Birth to Adulthood" at Biocenter Oulu and Research Unit of Clinical Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine

Our focus is in the translational science connecting basic research into results that eventually directly benefit humans receiving treatment in clinical medicine.

About the job

Doctoral researcher:

As a doctoral researcher you will conduct research in the project "Gut Microbiome in Obesity from Birth to Adulthood" at Biocenter Oulu. In Gut Microbiome in Obesity from Birth to Adulthood project your responsibilities include immunological assays of newborn infants and microbiome analysis of maternal and pediatric samples. We use several advanced methods including investigation of microbiota-derived extracellular vesicles. We also investigate fecal samples from newborns who undergo fecal microbiota transplant from a lean donor or obese mother at birth. You will be part of multidisciplinary research group including pediatricians, pediatric endocrinologists, infectious diseases specialists, microbiologists, clinical microbiologists, immunologists and gut microbiome researchers, ranging from basic science to clinical medicine.

Postdoctoral researcher:

As a postdoctoral researcher you will join us in the project "Gut Microbiome in Obesity from Birth to Adulthood" at Biocenter Oulu. In Gut Microbiome in Obesity from Birth to Adulthood project your responsibilities include advanced bioinformatics analysis regarding microbiome data, including the characterization of microbiota-derived vesicles, metagenomic comparative analysis of mother and child samples and cross-study designs using machine learning approach. You will be part of multidisciplinary research group multidisciplinary research group including pediatricians, pediatric endocrinologists, infectious diseases specialists, microbiologists, clinical microbiologists, immunologists and gut microbiome researchers, ranging from basic science to clinical medicine. 

What we offer?

• The support of an experienced and enthusiastic team of 10 people 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. 
• Development and career options of the big organization.
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and close-ones in settling into Oulu.
• 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. 
• 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 order to succeed and enjoy the position, we expect from you:

Doctoral researcher:

• Master's degree in relevant field, including Master of Science in Technology
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• IT skills, communication skills 
• See also the requirements of the University of Oulu Graduate School (UniOGS)

Postdoctoral researcher:

• Doctoral degree in molecular biology, translational science or other suitable field
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• IT skills, communication skills etc.

We also appreciate

• Finnish language skills
• Experience in immunological research for the position of Doctoral researcher
• Experience in gut microbiome research and advanced bioinformatics including machine learning approach for the position of Postdoctoral researcher. 

Salary

The positions are fixed-term for 4 years as of 01.01.2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Doctoral researcher:

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.

Postdoctoral researcher:

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

How to apply?

Interested? If yes, 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 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. 

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please contact Professor of Pediatrics Terhi Tapiainen, Faculty of Medicine, Research Unit of Clinical Medicine, terhi.tapiainen@oulu.fi, +358-8-3155185.