The Human Brown Fat Metabolism Research Group at the Turku PET Centre is seeking a fixed-term Doctoral Researcher. The research focuses on investigating the role of signalling molecules that may influence the metabolism of brown fat in health and metabolic diseases. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in conducting translational and clinical research studies using advanced medical imaging methods. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to explore personal research ideas, engage in other compelling side projects, undertake international research visits, and benefit from access to unique datasets, providing excellent prospects for advancing their research career.

The position is fixed-term, starting as soon as possible or based on mutual agreement. Initially, the contract will be offered for one year with the strong possibility of an extension for an additional year. The doctoral researcher will be encouraged to seek funding from the graduate school and funding agencies.

The suitable candidate has the following:

• Licentiate in medicine, or Master's degree in biomedicine, biomedical imaging, biochemistry, drug development, or a closely related field;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and English language skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;

In addition, the following will be considered an advantage:

• Experience working in a clinical environment
• Experience with in-vitro adipocyte cell cultures
• Finnish language skills

The qualification requirements for the position of a Doctoral Researcher are stated in the Rules of Procedure of the University of Turku: https://www.utu.fi/en/university/organisation

In addition, when acquiring a doctoral degree, doctoral researchers are required to have demonstrated the ability and motivation to undertake postgraduate studies and the capacity to complete a doctoral degree in accordance with the research plan.  

The salary is determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel. For a doctoral researcher, the salary will be in the beginning of the employment around 2400-2600 euros/month, when working full-time. The amount of the salary is defined when the employment contract is prepared and is influenced by previous experience and skills.

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

Applications must be submitted at the latest on September 16, 2024 (16:00) using the electronic application form of the University of Turku on the following address: https://intranet.utu.fi/en/news/open-vacancies

Please include with your application (One-PDF file):

• CV (max 2 pages), including a list of publications
• Contact information of two persons who are willing to provide a reference letter by separate request
• degree certificates with translation in English or Finnish (if applicable)  
• study transcript
• motivation letter  
• other documents that may influence the filling of the position

For further information about the position, please get in touch with Adjunct Professor Mueez U-Din email: mueez.udin@utu.fi, Associate Professor Kirsi A. Virtanen: kirsi.virtanen@utu.fi or visit our webpage: https://hbat.utu.fi/

Regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Specialist Mirjami Jaakkola, mirjami.a.jaakkola@utu.fi