We seek a highly motivated research assistant or project researcher to join our core facility team at Turku Bioscience Centre. The selected candidate will implement sample preparation methods for for histological analyses, cytometry, and spatial omics analyses.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimizing histological and tissue sample preparation methods and supporting researchers in their use

 Essential Skills

• Master’s degree (or soon to be) in Life Sciences or other relevant discipline
• Proven hands-on experience with basic molecular biology laboratory techniques
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English

Ideal skills

• Experience on preparation of histological samples and processing of human and mouse tissue samples
• Experience with flow cytometry

Period of Employment and Salary

The salary is determined by the collective agreement system of Finnish universities and will depend on the degree and qualifications of the applicant. Salaried positions in Finland automatically include payments to a pension fund, unemployment funds, an extensive occupational healthcare, affordable sports services and even a holiday allowance. This position belongs to the personnel group of teaching and research personnel.

The salary will be on average 2032 – 2200 eur/month for a Research Assistant and 2300 -2600 eur/month for a Project Researcher depending on the experience and qualifications of the applicant.

The start of employment is negotiable. The position is fixed-term until the end of 2024, with a possibility for extension. The position is subject to a six-month trial period.

What to do next

Please submit your application by the online application system latest on 23.4.2023. Kindly use a link to the online application system https://www.utu.fi/en/university/come-work-with-us.

In addition, applications must have the following enclosures (in English):

1) motivation letter max 1 page focusing on your strengths related to this position

2) CV (max 2 pages)

3) a copy of degree certificate(s) in English or in Finnish

4) contact details for at least three referees (name, working place, e-mail address)

For further information about the position, please contact Tapio Lönnberg tapio.lönnberg(at)utu.fi. If you need help with the application process, please contact biocityhrservices(at)utu.fi.

About the Research Environment

Turku Bioscience Centre is an advanced core facility and research centre hosted jointly by University of Turku and Åbo Akademi University. We offer access to a comprehensive selection of cutting-edge research methods and an opportunity to be involved in internationally competitive science in a stimulating, highly networked environment. We are a truly international community, with more than half of the personnel having an international background. Accordingly, the work language is English.

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for our open positions. Read more about us as an employer on the “Come Work with Us!” page.