Postdoctoral Researcher in Immunological Mechanisms of Inflammation and Tumorigenesis
The University of Oulu is recruiting a
Postdoctoral Researcher in Immunological Mechanisms of Inflammation and Tumorigenesis
at the
Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine
in Oulu, Finland. The position is part of a multidisciplinary and international research environment focused on biochemistry, molecular medicine, and disease-related cellular regulation.
The project investigates the
immunological mechanisms of inflammation and tumorigenesis
, with a particular emphasis on the role of
helper T lymphocytes
. Research will combine
in vitro assays
and
in vivo disease models
, alongside cutting-edge systems biology methods such as
RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, proteomics, and single-cell omics
. The exact project direction will be agreed upon according to the selected candidate’s qualifications, interests, and expertise.
The post is suited to candidates with expertise in
immunology
and strong experience in
cell biology
or
molecular biology
. Applicants must hold a recent
PhD in life sciences
, completed by the closing date and obtained no more than 10 years ago. Experience with
animal work
is preferred. The university also values publication experience, ability to attract supplementary funding, teaching experience, bioinformatics and IT skills, and strong communication and teamwork.
As part of the faculty, the successful researcher may also supervise
BSc, MSc, and PhD students
, contribute to teaching, and participate in research funding applications. The role is full time and fixed-term for
16 months
, with a starting gross salary of approximately
€3,600–€4,200 per month
before taxes, plus possible performance-based pay. The position includes a trial period of 6 months.
Applications must be submitted through the university recruitment system by
14 August 2026
. Materials should include a cover letter, CV, publication list, certificates/diplomas, and contact information for two referees. The application must be written in English. For questions about the post, contact
Dr Zhi Chen, Associate Professor
at
zhi.chen@oulu.fi
.
