The University of Eastern Finland is inviting applications for a Project Researcher position on the Kuopio Campus. The position will be filled for a two-year term from 1 January 2025 onwards (or as agreed). Please find more information below and submit your application by 29 November 2024
Role and salary
The Molecular Neurodegeneration Lab (Haapasalo Lab) at the A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences, University of Eastern Finland, is seeking an enthusiastic Project Researcher with an MSc degree (or equivalent) in neurosciences, neurobiology, biomedicine, or a related field, who has previous experience in or a strong motivation to learn to work with human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSC) and about their differentiation to different types of brain cells.
This position is part of our ongoing research projects, which aim to reveal the role and interactions of neurons and microglia in the pathogenesis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). We are an energetic and international research group with a great team atmosphere, focusing on molecular level mechanisms and biomarker studies in FTD. Our research is highly translational, and we offer excellent opportunities to interact, collaborate, and network with Finnish and international basic and clinical researchers working on neurodegenerative disorders.
The position is offered as a two-year appointment. The position is filled for a fixed-term due to it pertaining to a specific project task. A probationary period is applied to all new members of the staff. Based on the personal motivation of the Project Researcher, we offer an oppornity to conduct studies towards a PhD degree.
The salary of the position is determined in accordance with the salary system for Finnish universities. The salary comprises two components: a job-related salary element and a personal salary element. In this position, the job requirement level is based on levels 2 -3 of the job requirement level chart for teaching and research staff. The personal salary element is 6 - 50% of the job-related salary element. Depending on the personal salary element, the salary will be approximately EUR 2,500 - 3,300 /month.
Our requirements and expectations
We invite applications from talented individuals with previous expertise in or a strong motivation to learn about hands-on hiPSC work and hiPSC differentation into brain cells (neurons and microglia) and their molecular and cellular characterization. We welcome applicants who are highly motivated and passionate about strongly contributing to the research of FTD and neurodegeneration.
Requirements
Expectations
Your benefits
You will have access to the university’s staff benefits, including
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How to apply?
Submit your application by using our electronic application form no later than 29 November 2024 by 24:00 (midnight) Finnish time (UTC+2)
Please note that you must include the following appendices in your application
Questions?
For further information on the position, please contact Professor Annakaisa Haapasalo, annakaisa.haapasalo@uef.fi, +358 40 355 2768.
For further information on the application procedure, please contact HR Controller Tarja Salmi, tarja.salmi@uef.fi, +358 29 445 8220.
Type of employment | Temporary position |
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Contract type | Full time |
First day of employment | 1.1.2025 or as agreed |
Salary | Finnish university salary system |
Number of positions | 1 |
Full-time equivalent | 100 % |
City | Kuopio |
County | Pohjois-Savo |
Country | Finland |
Reference number | 6202/01.01.03/2024 |
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Published | 06.Nov.2024 |
Last application date | 29.Nov.2024 |