Doctoral Researcher Positions: Embark on a transformative research journey by applying for two Doctoral Researcher (PhD student) positions in Air Pollution Health Effects at the A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences and the Department of Environmental and Biological Sciences, University of Eastern Finland. These positions offer a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on the impact of particulate air pollution on respiratory and cardiovascular cells, coupled with an exploration of how ageing influences these responses.
Summary Table:
| Type of Employment | Temporary position |
|---|---|
| Contract Type | Full time |
| First Day of Employment | December 15, 2023 |
| Salary | General collective agreement for universities |
| Number of Positions | 2 |
| Full-Time Equivalent | 100 |
| City | Kuopio |
| County | Pohjois-Savo |
| Country | Finland |
| Reference Number | 4235/01.01.03/2023 |
| Contact | Sanna Partanen |
| Published | November 16, 2023 |
| Last Application Date | December 1, 2023 |
Study Area:
Contribute to experimental research focused on understanding the impact of particulate air pollution on respiratory and cardiovascular cells. The research, led by Prof. Katja Kanninen and co-PI Pasi Jalava, involves human cell culture models and explores the influence of ageing on cellular responses.
Scholarship Description:
Doctoral Researcher Positions in Air Pollution Health Effects
The Doctoral Researcher positions involve experimental work using human cell culture models to investigate the effects of particulate air pollution on respiratory and cardiovascular cells. The positions are based at either the A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences or the Department of Environmental and Biological Sciences in Kuopio, Finland. The research spans a 2-year term, fostering engagement in scientific writing, grant applications, collaborations, and student supervision.
Eligibility:
- Hold a Master’s degree in biomedicine, cell biology, or a related field.
- Proficiency in the English language.
- Good basic laboratory skills.
- Experience in basic laboratory tasks.
- Experience in cell culture is advantageous.
- Familiarity with omics technologies and data analyses is a plus.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work in international and multidisciplinary research teams.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) following template.
- List of publications (following guidelines).
- Copies of academic degree certificates/diplomas and language proficiency certificates.
- Motivation letter and any other task-specific attachments, e.g., a research proposal.
- Names and contact details of 1-2 referees.
How to Apply:
Submit your application using the electronic application form no later than December 1, 2023, by 24:00 (midnight) Finnish time (UTC+2).
Last Date:
Closing Date: 01 December 2023
Your Benefits:
- Access to the university’s staff benefits, including flexible multi-location work.
- Comprehensive occupational health care.
- A broad selection of staff training.
- Staff discount on campus restaurants and other services.
- Affordable sports services and a tax-free bike benefit.
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Questions?
For further information on the position, contact Professor Katja Kanninen at katja.kanninen@uef.fi or Professor Pasi Jalava at pasi.jalava@uef.fi. For application procedure details, contact Human Resources Secretary Sanna Partanen at sanna.partanen@uef.fi.
