Doctoral Positions in 2024 Spring Call: The Ministry of Education and Culture has allocated EUR 255 million to Finnish universities for pioneering new practices in doctoral education in 2024–2027, promoting cutting-edge research and innovation. As part of this initiative, the prestigious Minerva research groups are offering three fully-funded doctoral research positions in diverse fields for qualified and ambitious individuals.
Full-Funded Doctoral Research Positions in 36-month Education Pilot 2024 Spring Call
Designation:
Doctoral Researchers
Research Areas:
- Cellular Neuroscience
- Epigenomics of Complex Traits
- Fatty Liver Disease and Diabetes
- Immune System
- Precision Cancer Medicine
- Advanced Liver Disease and Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Location:
Finland
Eligibility/Qualification:
Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong academic background, research aptitude, and a passion for making substantial contributions to their respective areas of study. Proficiency in English is essential, and familiarity with relevant research methodologies and tools is preferred.
Job Description:
Selected candidates will be engaged in comprehensive doctoral research projects as detailed below:
- Analyzing peripheral inflammation-induced cellular changes in the CNS during and after peripheral inflammation and elucidating mechanisms leading to these changes, with a special focus on developing image analyses for the project.
- Elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying the complex interactions between lifestyle, mitochondrial function, and aging in cancer risk, and generating new knowledge for improved prevention and treatment strategies.
- Investigating key alterations in hepatic intermediary metabolism underlying the progression of advanced liver diseases, including hepatocellular carcinoma, to identify novel therapeutic targets and disease biomarkers.
How to Apply:
Prospective candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV, cover letter, academic transcripts, and any relevant research publications or projects, to the Minerva research groups via the official application portal.
Last Date for Apply:
Until position filled. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and pursue your doctoral studies at the forefront of innovation. Apply now and embark on a transformative academic journey with Minerva.
