Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Biomedicine) / Tutkijatohtori (Biolääketiede)

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We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow specializing in biomedicine, focused on neurodegenerative research, to join our Regulatory Genomics research group at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology (MET). The position is full-time and will be filled for a fixed-term period of two years. The workplace is located at Kauppi Campus, Tampere University.

The research is conducted in the Regulatory Genomics group at the Biomedicine unit, MET. We investigate the spatial and temporal dynamics of gene regulation in disease. Using single-cell and spatial genomics, our group maps cell type-specific regulatory programs relevant to disease onset and progression, with the overarching goal of understanding how these regulatory processes reside within the disease microenvironment, and how genetic variation influences them. 

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology (MET) is dedicated to pursuing world-class research ranging from clinical medicine and translational medicine, through molecular biology, biotechnology and cell biology, to biomedical engineering, biomicrosystems, biomaterials, and biorobotics. We conduct internationally acclaimed basic and applied research.

Job description

We are looking for a talented and motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Regulatory Genomics research group in investigating how microglial states emerge in response to neurodegenerative disease-related stressors and how these states manifest within diseased brain tissue. The project will employ advanced single-cell and spatial genomic techniques developed by the group as well computational inference approaches to study glial gene regulation.  

Requirements:

We are seeking a versatile and independent researcher with experience supporting experimental or computational aspects of neuroscience research and/or single-cell or spatial genomics.  

• Applicable doctoral degree in the field, e.g. Biomedicine, Neuroscience, Molecular and Cellular Biology, and/or Genomics completed by the starting date,
• High motivation and a strong research orientation,
• The ability to work independently, and stay current with relevant literature,
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills, along with a willingness to mentor junior researchers ,
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

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 full-time position will be filled for a fixed-term period of two years. The estimated starting date is late 2026 or early 2027, 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). A typical starting salary of Postdoctoral Researcher is around 3900-4000 EUR/month.

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.  

Finland is among the most stable, free and safe countries in the world, based on prominent ratings by various agencies. Tampere is the largest inland city of Finland, and the city is counted among the major academic hubs in the Nordic countries. Tampere region is the most rapidly growing urban area in Finland and home to a vibrant knowledge-intensive entrepreneurial community. The city is an industrial powerhouse that enjoys a rich cultural scene and a reputation as a centre of Finland’s information society. Tampere is also surrounded by vivid nature with forests and lakes, providing countless opportunities for easy-to-access outdoor adventures and refreshment throughout the year. 

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How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system (link below). The closing date for applications is September 15th, 2026 (at 23.59 EEST / UTC+3). Please write your application and all accompanying documentation in English and attach them in PDF format only.

Please attach only the following documents to your application: 

• CV (according to TENK guidelines)
• List of publications
• Motivation letter with a vision for research and professional development (1 page)
• PDF copy of your Doctoral degree certificate or certification of a set thesis defense date. If original language is other than Finnish, Swedish or English, please provide an official translation in one of those languages.
• Names and contact details of two referees

For more information, please contact:

Assistant Professor, Mikael Marttinen, mikael.marttinen@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 Regulatory Genomics -tutkimusryhmässä on haettavana tutkijatohtorin määräaikainen tehtävä biolääketieteen alalta. 

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

Lue tarkemmat tiedot tehtävästä ja hakuohjeet yllä olevasta englanninkielisestä ilmoituksesta.

Jätäthän hakemuksesi yliopiston sähköisellä hakulomakkeella (linkki löytyy tämän ilmoituksen alta). Tehtävän hakuaika päättyy 15.9.2026 klo 23:59.

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