Postdoctoral Researcher
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("In Helsinki, Finland: Postdoctoral Researcher"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 8% lower. The offer still falls within the benchmark range (€3,500–€4,350). The listed pay band (€3,400–€3,800) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 6 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Average: Postdoctoral Researcher | €3,600/per month | €3,950/per month | €4,300/per month |
| In Helsinki, Finland: Postdoctoral Researcher | €3,500/per month | €3,875/per month | €4,350/per month |
The Finnish Museum of Natural History LUOMUS at the University of Helsinki invites applications for a fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher position in IsoMuseomics (Stable Isotopes) based at LUOMUS, Helsinki, Finland. The postdoctoral researcher will join the IsoMuseomics project and work under the supervision of Kyung Min Lee, Head of DNA Laboratory and University Researcher. This position is part of Lee’s four-year Academy Project, funded by the Research Council of Finland. The preferred starting date is ideally from January 2027. The project combines genomic data from historical museum specimens (up to 200 years old) with stable isotope analyses and environmental data to explore historical dynamics of currently at-risk Lepidoptera species. Responsibilities include collecting meteorological and phenological time-series from FMI open records (1844–present), establishing historical climate and environmental reference datasets, analysing stable isotope data (nitrogen, carbon, hydrogen), interpreting isotope patterns in ecological contexts using statistics, and contributing to manuscript writing. Qualifications include a doctoral degree relevant to the project, proficiency with stable isotope data, ability to conduct independent scholarly work, strong collaboration and communication skills, and excellent English. Highly valued: experience with insect isoscapes, spatial isotope patterns, environmental or climate datasets, and strong quantitative skills (R). The position offers a starting gross monthly salary of ca. €3400–€3800/month (Level 5 in the Finnish university salary system) with a six-month trial period and a 1612-hour annual workload. The applicant should reside in Finland during employment. How to apply: online applications by 31 August 2026 (23:59 EEST) including motivation letter, CV, referees, and doctoral degree certificate. Applications will be reviewed after the deadline; interviews via Zoom in September 2026. The University of Helsinki emphasizes inclusivity and provides support for international employees. For more information contact Kyung Min Lee or recruitment.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Collect meteorological and phenological time-series data from FMI open records (1844–present)
- Establish historical climate and environmental reference datasets
- Analyse stable isotope data (nitrogen, carbon, hydrogen)
- Interpret isotope patterns in ecological contexts using appropriate statistical methods
- Contribute to manuscript writing
Requirements
- A doctoral degree relevant to the project (biology, ecology, environmental science or related fields)
- Proficiency in working with and interpreting stable isotope data
- Ability to conduct independent scholarly work
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Excellent written and spoken English skills
- Highly valued: experience with stable isotope data in insects, isoscapes, spatial isotope patterns, and quantitative skills (R)
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
Doctorate
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