Postdoctoral Researcher

We are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Immunological Mechanisms of Inflammation and Tumorigenesis to join us at the Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, University of Oulu, whose mission is to perform internationally significant research and to deliver high-level undergraduate and post-graduate education in the fields of biochemistry and molecular medicine. About the job Inflammation and cancer are worldwide significant health problems. Dysregulated immune responses are major contributors. The project aims at understanding the immunological mechanisms of inflammation and tumorigenesis, especially focusing on investigating the role of helper T lymphocytes. We will address the questions by using in vitro assays as well as in vivo disease models. Cutting-edge systems biology approaches, such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, proteomics and single-cell omics will apply. The details of the research project will be mutually agreed upon, based on the qualifications, interests, and expertise of the candidate. Candidates with expertise on immunology and solid knowledge and working experience with cell biology or molecular biology will be considered. Who are you? As a postdoctoral researcher you must hold a recent PhD degree in life sciences. The doctoral degree must have been completed by the closing date for applications. The degree must have been obtained no more than 10 years ago. Your experience with animal work is preferred. Demonstrated experience in writing scientific publications, potential in acquiring supplementary funding and teaching experience will be taken as merits. Fluent oral and written English skills, IT skills, bioinformatics as well as good communication and teamwork skills are required. You will also be part of multidisciplinary research group. As part of the FBMM, the duties may also include supervising scientific research of BSc, MSc, and PhD students. Participation in teaching within the faculty curriculum and in acquiring research funding is expected. What we offer The support of an experienced and enthusiastic team, with whom you can share your expertise and grow as an expert. Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture, and well-being. Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and your close ones in settling into Oulu. Development and career options of the big organization. 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. Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Salary The position is fixed-term for 16 months. The starting date is 01.09.2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. 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.