The Turku Collegium for Science, Medicine and Technology (TCSMT) at the University of Turku invites applications for four (4) fully funded Postdoctoral Researcher positions. TCSMT is supported jointly by the Faculty of Science, the Faculty of Technology, and the Faculty of Medicine, providing an interactive, multidisciplinary platform for dynamic international researchers.
| Position | Postdoctoral Researcher (4 positions) |
|---|---|
| Institution | Turku Collegium for Science, Medicine and Technology (TCSMT), University of Turku |
| Location | Turku, Finland |
| Duration | 3 years (Starting between September 1, 2027 and December 1, 2027) |
| Salary | €3,938 per month (Requirement level 5 + personal performance component) |
| Application Deadline | January 15, 2027 at 16:00 (Finnish time, UTC+2) |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Fixed-term, 3 years)
Research Area
Applications are welcomed across a broad spectrum of multidisciplinary fields represented in the Collegium, including:
- Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, and Statistics
- Biology, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Ecology, and Evolutionary Biology
- Bioinformatics, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, and Clinical Medicine
- Biomedical Engineering, Automation Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science, Information Technology, and Future Technologies
- Dentistry, Nursing Science, Public Health, and Epidemiology
- Environmental Science, Genetics, Geology, and Geography
- Health Technology, Materials Science and Engineering, and Industrial Engineering and Management
Eligibility/Qualification
- Academic Degree: Applicants must have completed a doctoral degree no more than five years before the application deadline. The doctoral degree must be fully conferred by the end of the application period.
- Career Breaks: The five-year eligibility window can be extended for documented reasons, such as parental leave, childcare leave (for a child under 3 years old), military/civilian service, or long-term medical leave.
- Research Excellence: Outstanding academic track record, established research excellence, and strong international research experience.
- University Affiliation: Candidates must establish a research connection to an existing research group or senior researcher at the University of Turku. Multidisciplinary proposals are strongly favored.
- Collegium Policy: The position is intended to promote early career progression; applicants who have previously held a Postdoctoral Researcher position at TCSMT are not eligible. Applicants may not apply simultaneously for the Collegium Researcher post.
Job Description
Successful candidates will conduct high-level independent and collaborative research embedded in one of the departments across the University of Turku or the Turku School of Economics. Key duties and provisions include:
- Carrying out the proposed multidisciplinary research project within the hosting research infrastructure.
- Engaging actively with the host department and contributing to the university’s collaborative research initiatives.
- Trial Period: The position comes with a standard 6-month trial period.
- Support & Relocation: The University of Turku holds the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research award and provides comprehensive relocation and integration support for international researchers and their families.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically through the University of Turku recruitment system before the deadline. Applicants are advised to connect with prospective host research groups prior to applying.
Please combine and submit the following required documents in PDF format:
- Motivation Letter: Outlining your scientific background, international networks, research interests, and alignment with research groups at the University of Turku.
- Research Plan Summary: Maximum of 2 pages describing the project to be undertaken.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Maximum of 2 pages.
- List of Publications: Highlighting the 5 most significant scientific publications.
- Doctoral Degree Certificate: Copy of the official PhD diploma. If issued in a language other than English, Finnish, or Swedish, an official English translation is required.
Note: A formal Letter of Support from the host department is not required at the initial application phase; short-listed candidates invited for interview will be requested to provide it in stage two.
Last Date for Apply
January 15, 2027 at 16:00 (Finnish time, UTC+2)
Apply Link
For more details and to access the online application form, please visit the official job portal:
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