Project Engineer for Flow Cytometry, permanent employment contract

As a member of our Cytometry Unit, the project engineer will play a key role in advancing innovative research across multiple departments. This role includes hands-on operation, maintenance, and quality control of advanced flow cytometers and cell sorters, alongside offering essential support to researchers through precise cell sorting and guidance in experimental design. This is a new position and the person will have a permanent employment contract (trial period of 6 months).

Job description

  • Operate flow cytometry equipment.
  • Performs routine maintenance of equipment and associated supplies, provides accurate quotes for services provided.
  • Assists users of the facility in experimental design, instrument set up, data acquisition and analysis
  • Communicates with the users of the facility regarding their specific research project needs, troubleshoots technical aspects related to equipment or experimental design associated with the research projects.
  • Stay current on new technologies and advancements in flow cytometry
  • Undertake additional responsibilities as required by Cytometry Unit leadership
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Who we are looking for

  • Master's degree in medical, biology, or related field
  • Minimum of one year of hands-on experience working with flow cytometry equipment
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Fluent in spoken and written English language
  • Customer service oriented

Preferred Skills & Competencies:

  • Attention to detail and a strong capacity for troubleshooting
  • Demonstrated commitment to high standards, efficiency, and a collaborative work ethic
  • Experience working with mass cytometry

The ideal candidate will contribute meaningfully to our research environment by providing reliable, high-quality flow cytometry services and supporting the growth and innovation within our facility.

Our selection criteria are based on finding the most qualified and suitable applicant. In practice, this means that in addition to education and work experience, individual characteristics, motivation, communication and language skills, and other relevant criteria are considered. The position will be filled immediately upon finding a suitable candidate.

Benefits

  • Scientific excellence
  • A dynamic and supportive research environment in a growing team
  • Exciting career opportunities and the chance to influence your own work
  • International research collaboration and networking opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
  • A work culture that emphasizes equality and accessibility
  • Diverse training and skill development opportunities

 

Salary and Employment Duration:

The work starts on April 1, 2025, or as agreed. The position includes a six (6) month probationary period. The salary is determined based on the Finnish universities' collective agreement, and the job demand category will be level 8. The position belongs to our other expert and support personnel, and the salary is approximately €2900 - €3200 per month, depending on previous experience and skills.

The application must include the following documents:

  1. A motivation letter that includes a presentation of your skills based on the requirements mentioned in this announcement (max 1 page).
  2. A resume (max 2 pages).
  3. Copies of degree certificates. If the certificate is not in Finnish or English, an official English translation is required.
  4. Contact information for at least one referee (name, workplace, and email address).

For more information about the job, please contact our Cytometry Unit Manager Pia Rantakari at pia.rantakari(at)utu.fi. For recruitement process and our recruitement tool Talent Adore, our HR specialist Paula Luoma can assist you at paula.luoma(at)utu.fi.

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