Summary
Tampere University is inviting applications for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD student) position in the BioInterfaces group at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences. The successful candidate will work on a funded project to study and design lipid scramblases using molecular dynamics simulations, protein design, and online database development.
Doctoral Researcher (Computational Biophysics) at Tampere University, Finland
Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Institution | Tampere University |
| Degree Level | PhD / Doctoral Researcher |
| Funding/Salary | ~3,000 EUR/month |
| Duration | 3 Years (Fixed-term) |
| Deadline | September 15, 2026 |
Subject Area
Physics, Chemistry, Biosciences, or a related subject area with a specific focus on Computational Biophysics, molecular dynamics simulations, and membrane proteins.
Location
Tampere University, Tampere, Finland.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold an MSc degree in physics, chemistry, biosciences, or a related field.
- Have a background in molecular dynamics simulations (e.g., GROMACS).
- Possess at least basic programming knowledge (e.g., Python).
- Be fluent in spoken and written English.
- Advantageous skills: Demonstrated ability to develop simulation or analysis tools, use AI tools for protein design, or apply machine learning methods to simulation data.
Scholarship Description
This is a fully-funded, salaried PhD position for a fixed term of 3 years (the expected duration of the PhD studies), with a flexible start date in late 2026 or early 2027. The typical starting salary for a doctoral researcher is approximately 3,000 EUR/month in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. The candidate will enroll in a doctoral program and have access to exceptional supercomputing resources through the CSC–IT Center of Science in Finland, alongside occupational health care, flexible working hours, and a personal fund for sports and culture.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in English and in PDF format through the university’s online recruitment system.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (including a list of scientific publications).
- Contact Information for References (1–2 people, such as a PI or a postdoc who supervised your daily work).
- Motivation Letter (free form, maximum of 2 pages).
Last Date
September 15, 2026 (23:59 EET / UTC +2)
