Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Bioinformatics) / Tutkijatohtori (Bioinformatiikka)

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We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow specializing in bioinformatics to join The Genomic Regulation for Precision Cancer Medicine Lab at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology. The position is full-time and will be filled for a fixed-term period of two years.

The Genomic Regulation for Precision Cancer Medicine Lab is led by Alfonso Urbanucci. The research group focuses on Genomic Regulation for Precision Cancer Medicine with particular emphasis on prostate cancer, and it is part of the Prostate Cancer Research Centre (PCRC).

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology (MET) is committed to high quality research and education in the fields of biomedical engineering, biotechnology, medicine, and health technology. We conduct basic, applied, clinical, and translational research in collaboration with Tampere University Hospital (TAYS). Our existing research areas in health research include biomedical engineering fields from biomaterials and microtechnologies to health data science, cell and molecular biology, with applications in areas such as cancer, cardiovascular and celiac diseases, immunology, and ophthalmology.

Job description

We are looking for an ambitious and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our research group. 

The selected candidate will contribute to two projects:

1. Investigation of genetic predisposition to medications-induced side effects
   • In this project knowledge of FinnGen study large-scale genomics is considered an advantage
2. Understanding metastatic potential and tumor immunobiology at the single cell and spatial level
   • In this project  we use all-things-omics, with short and long read sequencing, with emphasis on TCRs and BCRs profiling and predictive models for patients stratification.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Applicable doctoral degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field,  
• Understanding of statistics, genetics, immunology, cancer development with emphasis on transcriptomics,
• Demonstrated ability to work with high-throughput sequencing data and to integrate multi-omics data to study cancer development and progression (work experience with the analysis of genomics data such as spatial and single cell, methylation, ATAC-seq etc. TCR and BCR analysis and in silico data generation is an advantage).
• Strong understanding of gene transcription regulation and cis-regulatory elements in a cancer setting.
• Track record of developing reproducible computational pipelines, preferably with workflow management systems like Snakemake,
• Ability to containerize applications using Docker, Singularity, Apptainer for better software management and reproducibility,
• Knowledge of deep-learning methods,
• At least one first author manuscript in the context of omics data analysis in an international peer-reviewed journal in good track for publication (to be demonstrated) or in press at the time of application,
• Ability to collaborate with researchers from different fields and at different career stages,
• Willingness to be part of a team to share knowledge and skills,
• Documented ability to communicate science,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English,
• Experience in teaching bioinformatics or a related field at the university level is considered an advantage.

Tampere University is a unique, multidisciplinary, and boldly forward-looking community. Our values are openness, diversity, responsibility, courage, critical thinking, and learner-centredness. We hope that you can embrace these values and promote them in your work.

We offer

The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of two years. The estimated starting date is 2 May 2026, or as mutually agreed upon both parties. A trial period of six months applies to all our new employees.

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. The position of a Postdoctoral Researcher is placed on the job demands levels 5-6 (teaching and research staff). 

We offer stimulating research projects that will have an impact on the scientific community in a role within an ambitious and multi-disciplinary team that combines the strenghts of both experimental and computational sciences, aimed at delivering high-impact research. 

In addition, we offer a world-class research environment in internationally recognized research groups. We have strong collaborative networks and offer great opportunities for researchers to develop their careers in an international setting. We offer you the opportunity to join our dynamic and innovative international community.

As a member of staff at Tampere University, you will enjoy a range of competitive benefits, such as occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities and a safe and inviting campus area as well as a personal fund to spend on sports and cultural activities in your free time. Please read more about working at Tampere University. You can also find more information about us and working and living Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community – our academic playground.  

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How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 9 April 2026 (23:59 EEST / UTC +3). Please write your application and all accompanying documents in English and attach them in PDF format.

Applications should include the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae according to TENK guidelines 
• List of publications according to Research Council of Finland guideline
• Cover letter outlining motivations, career goals, and research interests (1 page max)
• Names and contact details of at least two referees

For more information, please contact:

Professor Alfonso Urbanucci, alfonso.urbanucci@tuni.fi

With questions related to the recruitment process, please contact: HR Specialist Lilli Sarasvirta, lilli.sarasvirta@tuni.fi

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Tampereen yliopiston lääketieteen ja terveysteknologian tiedekunnan alla toimivassa Genomic Regulation for Precision Cancer Medicine Lab -tutkimusryhmässä on haettavana tutkijatohtorin määräaikainen tehtävä bioinformatiikan alalla.  

Lääketieteen ja terveysteknologian tiedekuntamme on monialainen biolääketieteen tekniikan, bioteknologian, lääketieteen ja terveysteknologian tutkimuksen ja opetuksen korkeatasoinen yksikkö. Teemme kansainvälisesti merkittävää perus- ja soveltavaa tutkimusta.  

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