Postdoctoral Researcher / Senior Researcher: Associate Professor, Dr. Pieta Mattila, is seeking a postdoctoral-level researcher to join her research group at the University of Turku. The position, initially for two years with the possibility of extension, focuses on B lymphocyte activation and contributes to an EU-funded project called Yellow4FLAVI. The project aims to deconstruct the protective immunity of the yellow fever virus 17D to inform flavivirus vaccine design. The preferred starting date is 1.3.2024 or as agreed.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher / Senior Researcher
Research Area: B cells and viruses
Location: University of Turku, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A PhD degree in a relevant field (e.g., cell biology, biomedicine, virology, immunology, molecular biology).
- High level of motivation, capacity to take initiative, and independent approach to research.
- Excellent skills in cell and tissue cultures, with experience in cell and molecular biology techniques.
- Good communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Fluent spoken and written English.
Job Description:
The selected candidate will work on the Yellow4FLAVI project, investigating yellow fever viral vaccine antigen processing and presentation in B cells. The work involves utilizing and developing microscopic and biochemical tools to study viral antigen processing and presentation in B cells in collaboration with consortium partners in France and Germany.
How to Apply:
Submit your application through the online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 15 February 2024 at 16.00 (Europe/Helsinki).
Last Date for Apply: 15 February 2024
Salary and Trial Period:
The salary is determined in accordance with the University salary system for teaching and research personnel. For a Postdoctoral Researcher, the initial salary is around €3400-€3700/month, depending on previous experience and skills. The position has a trial period of six months.
Benefits:
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How to apply:
Applications should contain the following:
- A motivation letter (max. 1 page) focusing on your strengths related to our research topics.
- CV (max. 2 pages).
- List of publications.
- Contact details for at least two referees who have given their consent to the applicant (name, working place, email address).
Please attach all the above-mentioned documents to your application. The documents are essential in assessing the applications.
For further information about the position, contact Pieta Mattila by email pieta.mattila@utu.fi with a subject heading “Postdoc position Yellow4Flavi”.
In case you need help with the application process, please turn to HR Specialist Kristiina Nuutila, kristiina.nuutila@utu.fi, tel. +358 50 313 5224.
Institute of Biomedicine:
Research at the Institute of Biomedicine is divided into three functional units: Infection and Immunity, Integrative Physiology and Pharmacology, and Cancer research.
Faculty of Medicine:
The Faculty of Medicine is a high level, international, and innovative research and education unit in biomedicine, clinical medicine, dentistry, and health and nursing sciences.
University of Turku:
The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland, building a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration.
