Laboratory engineer in isotope mass spectometry
The Faculty of Science invites applications for a permanent full-time position of Laboratory Engineer in Isotope Mass Spectometry at the geophysical, environmental and mineralogical laboratories (HelLabs) of the Department of Geosciences and Geography, University of Helsinki starting September 2025.
About the position
The successful applicant will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, method development and management of a new state-of-the-art isotope laboratory. The laboratory facility is finished in 2025 and will host a latest-model TIMS (thermal ionization mass spectrometer) and a Class ISO-3 metal-free clean laboratory. The primary users of the facility are researchers and graduate students at the University of Helsinki and governmental research organizations within the fields of geo-, environmental and food sciences, chemistry, physics, medicine and archaeology. The appointee will also guide students enrolled in MSc degree and Doctoral programs in the isotope laboratory.
We are looking for
We expect the applicant to have comprehensive knowledge and experience with mass spectrometry, be able to learn independently, and foster an interest in analytical method development. The applicant should have hands-on experience in the operation of mass spectrometers.
Experience with clean laboratory preparation practices of geological and/or environmental samples, a background in mass spectrometry (preferentially TIMS) and electrical engineering are considered advantages. Experience in operating and maintaining TIMS, experience in isotope dilution methods, and experience in developing and certifying reference materials are desirable.
The appointee should hold either an MSc or equivalent or a PhD degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
The appointee should have excellent communication skills and be keen to support and train laboratory users.
The successful candidate must be fluent in English, both oral and written. Language skills in Finnish and Swedish are considered a merit. A successful applicant without Finnish skills is expected to enrol in staff language courses provided by the university to develop their skills up to the CEFR level B2 within 5 years.
Special requirements for the position
EU regulations on export control are applicable to this position. The regulation will be applied in the processing of the applications.
Why work for us?
The University of Helsinki is among the leading multidisciplinary research universities in the world. The Department of Geosciences and Geography at the Faculty of Science is the leading research and education unit in Finland in the fields of geology, geophysics, geography and seismology.
The starting salary will be ca. 3400-3900 euros/month, depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience. On top of the salary, the University of Helsinki offers comprehensive benefits to its employees, including occupational health care, flexible working hours suiting various life situations, supported access to high quality sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. Please find more information about the staff benefits.
Finland is a member of EU, has high quality, free education (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare. Please find more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland.
Interested?
Applications, in English, must include the following enclosures as a pdf document:
- Motivation letter describing your interest in the position
- A portfolio / CV
- Other relevant documents on competence and merits.
Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.
Submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link Apply now. Applicants with a valid employment contract or a grant researcher´s contract at the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their applications via the SAP Fiori portal.
The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender, linguistic and cultural background, or minority group.
The deadline for applications is 27.4.2025.
Further information can be obtained from:
- Professor Christoph Beier, christoph.beier(at)helsinki.fi
- Professor Ilkka Kilpeläinen, Ilkka.kilpelainen(at)helsinki.fi
If you need support with the recruitment system, please contact hr-kumpula(at)helsinki.fi.