Summary
The ImmunoViroTherapy Lab at the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Helsinki, is inviting applications for a Doctoral Researcher position focused on the generation and tracking of armed recombinant adenoviral vectors with imaging reporter genes. This full-time position is funded for three years under the MSCA-DN INTRABRAIN project.
Doctoral Researcher (MSCA) at the University of Helsinki, Finland
Designation
Doctoral Researcher (MSCA)
Table of Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Cancer Immunotherapy, Virotherapy |
| Location | University of Helsinki, Finland |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree in relevant fields (Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Biotechnology, etc.) |
| Job Description | Research on oncolytic adenoviruses for glioblastoma therapy, including the engineering of viral vectors and imaging methods. |
| How to Apply | Submit application as a single PDF file via the University of Helsinki Recruitment System. |
| Last Date to Apply | May 28, 2026, by 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki time) |
Research Area
The research is focused on engineering advanced recombinant oncolytic adenoviruses (rADVs) for glioblastoma therapy, incorporating therapeutic and imaging reporter genes.
Location
University of Helsinki, Faculty of Pharmacy, Viikki Campus, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must be in the first four years of research career without a doctoral degree.
- Must not have resided in Finland for more than 12 months in the last three years at recruitment.
- A Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related fields is required.
- Proficiency in English.
Job Description
The doctoral researcher will:
- Engineer recombinant adenoviruses for glioblastoma therapy.
- Validate the infectivity, biodistribution, and imaging performance of viral vectors in preclinical models.
- Facilitate secondments at partner institutions to gain expertise in advanced imaging technologies.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit the following documents as a single PDF file:
- INTRABRAIN DC application form
- Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages)
- Cover letter (max 1 page)
- Certificate of Master’s Degree and transcript
- Proof of English proficiency
- Contact details of two referees
- List of publications, if applicable
Submit your application through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System by clicking the “Apply now” button.
Last Date to Apply
May 28, 2026, at 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki time)
