We are seeking a full-time (100 %) Project Researcher or part-time (50 %) Senior Researcher to join FinnGen project at the Department of Clinical Medicine. The position is fixed term from 1 April 2025 to 14 August 2027. The employment will begin on 1 April 2025 or earlier as agreed.
Job description
FinnGen research project aims to make breakthroughs in disease prevention and diagnostics. The project takes over 500,000 Finns on a journey of discovery into genomic data and future health innovations. The project is based on collaboration between universities, hospital districts, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), Finnish Red Cross Blood Service, biobanks, Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland (FIMM), and the pharmaceutical industry. FinnGen study utilises biological samples and genome data collected by Finnish biobanks. The collected information is combined with digital health care data from national health registries.
Duties of project researcher or senior researcher include:
- Promoting the FinnGen research project in the region and introducing the project to local researchers, especially clinicians.
- Supporting researchers in planning analyses.
- Supporting researchers in the practicalities related to joining the FinnGen research community.
- Supporting researches in doing analyses in FinnGen Sandbox.
- Participating in the FinnGen network for local experts.
- Actively tailoring the support to fit the needs of the local research community together with the FinnGen core staff.
- Conducting statistical analyses in the FinnGen sandbox.
Read more about FinnGen research project:
FinnGen Support | FinnGen: A Journey into Genomic Data
Who we are looking for
Prerequisites for Project Researcher
You are suitable for the Project Researcher position if you have a higher university degree in a relevant field (e.g., statistics, genetics, health sciences, public health science, bioinformatics, or mathematical/natural sciences) or if you are expected to graduate before the start of the employment. We expect you to have good oral and written proficiency in English, ability to work independently, collaboration skills, and motivation to work in a multidisciplinary environment. In addition, experience in statistical programming (especially R) is expected. Proficiency in Finnish, previous scientific experience in genetics, and relevant work experience are considered an advantage.
Prerequisites for Senior Researcher
You are suitable for the Senior Researcher position if you have a doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., statistics, genetics, health sciences, public health science, bioinformatics, or mathematical/natural sciences) and experience in independent research work. We expect you to have good oral and written proficiency in English, ability to work independently, collaboration skills, and motivation to work in a multidisciplinary environment. In addition, experience in statistical programming (especially R) is expected. Proficiency in Finnish, previous scientific experience in genetics, and relevant work experience are considered an advantage. Proficiency in English is essential for performing tasks in the collaboration network.
We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage all qualified applicants with different backgrounds to apply for our open positions.
Benefits
We offer you responsible and interesting tasks, support from a research team, and the opportunity to develop your skills in a diverse environment. We care about your well-being and work-life balance e.g. by offering flexible working hours and well-being services. Read more about us as an employer: Come Work with Us.
The European Commission has awarded the University of Turku the right to use the HR Excellence in Research logo. The logo is a token of the University’s commitment to continuous development of the position and working conditions of researchers according to the guidelines set forth in the European Charter for Researchers.
The university offers good support and orientation for international hires. Please learn more about the Finnish culture and relocation to Finland:
- City of Turku
- Welcome visitor
- International House of Turku
- Working culture: infoFinland.fi
- This is Finland
- Careers in Southwest Finland
- Finland – a superpower of education and innovations | University of Turku (utu.fi)
Salary and trial period
The salary is determined in accordance with university salary system for research and teaching staff.
The salary of Project Researcher is on levels 2–4. In addition, a performance-based salary component will be paid. Depending on previous experience and competence, the salary is typically 2448,41–3302,58 euros per month at the start of employment.
The salary of Senior Researcher is on levels 4–6. In addition, a performance-based salary component will be paid. Depending on previous experience and competence, the salary is typically 3727,72–4459,45 euros per month at the start of employment.
Salary is negotiated before drafting the employment contract. The position has a trial period of six (6) months.
How to apply
Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 28 February 2025 at 16.00 (EEST GMT+3 / at 13.00 UTC). A link to the application form is available at the beginning of this announcement (“Apply for the job”).
Your application should include:
- cover letter
- CV
- list of publications
- other documents verifying your competence and qualifications
Additional Information
For further information about the position, please contact Professor Teemu Niiranen (tejuni@utu.fi).
In technical questions about the application process, please contact HR Secretary Satu Jokinen (satjok@utu.fi, tel. +358 50 371 9304).
Faculty of Medicine
The Faculty of Medicine is a high level, international and innovative research and education unit in biomedicine, clinical medicine, dentistry and health and nursing sciences, as well as a major social contributor to health promotion, disease genesis, in the research of diagnostics and treatment and in the development of the health service and education system. The faculty provides research-based multidisciplinary undergraduate education in educational programs that educate diverse and critically minded specialists. The research is multidisciplinary and results in new information aimed at promoting the health of the population and better patient care.
The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.
