Summary
Tampere University is seeking a talented and motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow specializing in biomedicine, with a focus on neurodegenerative research. This full-time, fixed-term position for two years will join the Regulatory Genomics research group at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology (MET).
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area
- Biomedicine
- Neurodegenerative research
- Regulatory Genomics
- Single-cell and spatial genomics
- Glial gene regulation
Location
Kauppi Campus, Tampere University, Tampere, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicable doctoral degree in fields such as Biomedicine, Neuroscience, Molecular and Cellular Biology, and/or Genomics, completed by the starting date.
- High motivation and a strong research orientation.
- Ability to work independently and stay current with relevant literature.
- Strong interpersonal and networking skills, along with a willingness to mentor junior researchers.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Experience supporting experimental or computational aspects of neuroscience research and/or single-cell or spatial genomics is highly valued.
Job Description
The successful candidate will join the Regulatory Genomics research group to investigate how microglial states emerge in response to neurodegenerative disease-related stressors and how these states manifest within diseased brain tissue. The project will utilize advanced single-cell and spatial genomic techniques developed by the group, as well as computational inference approaches, to study glial gene regulation.
About the Regulatory Genomics Group
The Regulatory Genomics group at the Biomedicine unit, MET, investigates the spatial and temporal dynamics of gene regulation in disease. They use single-cell and spatial genomics to map cell type-specific regulatory programs relevant to disease onset and progression, aiming to understand how these regulatory processes reside within the disease microenvironment and how genetic variation influences them.
What Tampere University Offers
- A full-time, fixed-term position for two years.
- Estimated starting date: late 2026 or early 2027, or as mutually agreed.
- Salary based on the Finnish University Salary System, typically around 3900-4000 EUR/month for a Postdoctoral Researcher (job demands levels 5-6).
- World-class research environment and internationally recognized research groups.
- Strong collaborative networks and opportunities for career development in an international setting.
- Competitive benefits including occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities, a safe and inviting campus area, and a personal fund for sports and cultural activities.
How to Apply
Please submit your application exclusively through the online recruitment system. The application and all accompanying documentation must be in English and attached in PDF format only. Do not include any other documents beyond those specified below.
Required Application Documents
- CV: According to TENK guidelines.
- List of Publications.
- Motivation Letter: A one-page letter outlining your vision for research and professional development.
- Doctoral Degree Certificate: A PDF copy of your doctoral degree certificate or certification of a set thesis defense date. If the original language is not Finnish, Swedish, or English, an official translation in one of these languages is required.
- Referees: Names and contact details of two referees.
Contact for More Information
- Research-related questions: Assistant Professor Mikael Marttinen, mikael.marttinen@tuni.fi
- Recruitment process questions: HR Specialist Lilli Sarasvirta, lilli.sarasvirta@tuni.fi
Last Date for Apply
September 15th, 2026 (at 23:59 EEST / UTC+3)
