For the position we require:

• Good knowledge of agile software development practices and data architectures
• Good written and spoken English skills
• Sufficient Finnish skills e.g. to communicate with the project stakeholders and conduct interviews
• University degree in the relevant field
• For senior researcher position: PhD on a topic relevant to the position

For the position we appreciate:

• Previous experience in life sciences manufacturing and/or regulated manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of information systems used in the regulated manufacturing environment
• Good knowledge of RegOps and/or DevOps practices
• Previous experience in applying agile and/or RegOps practices in real-life development projects
• Good programming skills
• Previous experience in designing complex data architectures
• Previous experience in research work especially conducting qualitative case research on software development practices

Qualifications

The qualification requirements of the positions are stated in the University of Turku Rules of Procedure: https://www.utu.fi/en/university/organisation.

The candidate selected for the position of senior researcher is required to have a doctoral degree relevant for the position and the ability to do independent scientific work. 

The candidate selected for the position of project researcher is required to have a higher university degree relevant for the position. The degree must be completed by the end of the application period.

Salary & trial period

The salaries are determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel. For a senior researcher the salary will be in the beginning of the employment around 3500-3700 euros/month and for a project researcher around 2400-2600 euros/month, depending on previous experience and skills. The amount of the salary is defined when the employment contract is prepared.

A six (6) month trial period applies to the position.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted by Monday, December 30, 2024 at 16:00 (UTC+3) using the University's electronic application form. The link to the system is provided at the beginning of this announcement ("Apply for this position") and can also be found at Open Vacancies at the University of Turku | University of Turku

The application should be written in English and include, in PDF format:

1. A motivation letter (max. 1 page)
2. CV (max. 2 pages)
3. List of Publications (especially for the senior researcher position)
4. Copies of degree certificates with translation in English
5. Certificates of employment relevant to the position
6. Other relevant documents that may affect the decision-making

Additional information

For further information about the position, please contact Associate Professor Tuomas Mäkilä, tuomas.makila@utu.fi.

Regarding the recruitment process and technical support with the application system, please contact HR Specialist Nina Reini, nina.reini@utu.fi.

The Department of Computing educates professionals for the modern digitalised society. Central themes of teaching and research include Digitalisation, Machine Learning, Autonomous and Intelligent Systems, Cybersecurity and Health Technology. 

The Faculty of Technology is the newest faculty of the University of Turku, it was established in the beginning of 2021. The Faculty consists of the Department of Computing, Department of Biotechnology and the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering. We have more than 2,000 graduate and postgraduate students and circa 400 employees, 50 of whom are professors. Our faculty is an international, multicultural and diverse work community.

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