Postdoctoral Researcher on Genome Regulation: Two postdoctoral positions are open at the Mechanism of Pancreas Development and Disease laboratory led by Dr. Diego Balboa, commencing from October 1, 2024. The positions are fixed-term for two years and are located at the Stem Cell and Metabolism Research Program Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki.
Postdoctoral Researcher on Genome Regulation of Islet Cell Development
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Genome Regulation of Islet Cell Development
Location: University of Helsinki, Stem Cell and Metabolism Research Program Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Helsinki, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD with a strong publication record
- Background in experimental and computational areas such as stem cell culture and differentiation, metabolism, genome editing, gene therapy, animal models, functional genomics, single-cell omics methods, transcriptomics, epigenetics, and diabetes genetics
- Interest and understanding of developmental biology, islet biology, diabetes, and metabolism
- Strong communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable with mentoring doctoral and master’s students
Job Description:
The appointed postdoctoral fellows will work on the generation of cutting-edge engineered stem cell models to investigate the transcriptional regulation of islet cell development and function. This will involve directed differentiation, 3D pancreas models, in vitro and in vivo genome editing, and CRISPR screens. Additionally, the fellows will be involved in the analysis and integration of bulk, single-cell, and spatial multi-omics methods with human genetics, encompassing transcriptomics, epigenomics, and metabolomics. There is an opportunity to develop individual projects, explore new research directions, and co-mentor doctoral and master’s students. The research aims to further the understanding of mechanisms relevant to diabetes treatment.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the “Apply now” button. Internal applicants can submit their applications using the Employee Login button.
Enclosures:
- Complete CV, including PhD thesis title and date of defense, previous and current positions, academic distinctions, teaching, and committee work
- Complete list of publications
- Summary of current research work (half page) and research vision for postdoctoral goals (half page)
Last Date for Apply: October 15, 2024
For further information on the position, please contact Dr. Diego Balboa at diego.balboa (at) helsinki.fi. The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender and age, linguistic or cultural background, or minority group.
