Postdoctoral Researcher in Vascular/Cancer biology
Pipsa Saharinen’s research group at the Translational Cancer Medicine Research Program at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki and Wihuri Research Institute invites applications for the position of a
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER
The position is available immediately, but the starting date can be agreed. The position is initially for 2 years, with the possibility for extension.
Our research
We investigate novel mechanisms that regulate the formation and maintenance of the blood and lymphatic vascular systems in the body and explore how these mechanisms are impaired in inflammatory diseases and cancer causing fluid leakage and metastasis. We are especially interested in the regulation of endothelial cell-cell junctions, and signaling by endothelial growth factor and cell adhesion receptors. For more information, visit the lab web pages:
https://www.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/translational-vascular-biology
https://wri.fi/research-group/vegfrs-in-vascular-development-and-disease/
See also our recent publication: DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-54445-1
Your qualifications
We are looking for ambitious researchers with a PhD, a solid publication record, and strong background in any of the following: preclinical models, vascular/cancer biology, or cell biology.
Applicants should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills in English.
The chosen applicant is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki.
What we offer
Employment is expected to start during fall 2025, or agreed as soon as a suitable candidate is found, as a fixed 2-year position, with a possibility of prolongation. A 6-month trial period will be applied.
The salary will be based on the University salary scheme for research and teaching staff. The starting salary will be ca. 3 700 – 4 000 euros/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience.
The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, unemployment and pension fund, a generous holiday package, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers.
How to apply
Applications should be submitted through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the "Apply now" button.
Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) submit their applications by using the Employee Login button.
Please send your application with following enclosures:
- Motivation letter (max 1 page)
- CV (max 2 pages) with the names of two references
- Publication list
The closing date for applications is 15.9.2025, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.
For further information on the position, please contact: pipsa.saharinen (at) helsinki.fi.
The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender and age, linguistic or cultural background, or minority group.
About us
The Faculty of Medicine promotes high quality scientific research. It provides research-based undergraduate and postgraduate education in medicine, dentistry, psychology and logopedics, and an international Master's Programme in Translational Medicine. It also offers psychotherapist education. In addition to its teaching and research activities, the faculty serves as a significant expert organisation in the healthcare sector and contributes to the discourse on ethics in the field. The faculty aims to be one of the best medical research faculties in the world, while reinforcing its status as a distinguished institution of multidisciplinary education in healthcare: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-of-medicine.
The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Helsinki constitutes the academic medical centre together with HUS Helsinki University Hospital and the Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE). This medical centre has been successful in international comparisons, ranking among the top 10 medical campuses in Europe and the top 50 globally.
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