Postdoctoral Researcher for Host-Environment Interplay in Health and Disease Part-time

Postdoctoral Researcher for Host-Environment Interplay in Health and Disease

The Research Program Unit at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki invites applications for a fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher position at the Meilahti Campus, starting 1 September 2026 (or as agreed) for a duration of one year. About the position We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to join an international team investigating the links between indoor air quality, dust microbiomes, and health. The project combines amplicon and shotgun sequencing approaches with bioinformatics and experimental toxicological data. The role also involves collaboration with our partners across Finland and Europe.

Qualifications Applicants must have: A PhD in a relevant field (e.g. bioinformatics, microbiology, systems biology, computational biology, biomedical engineering) A doctoral degree completed within the past three years (or completed before the start of employment) Skills and experience: Experience in omics and microbiome data analysis Competence in statistical modelling and programming (R and/or Python) Strong analytical and scientific writing skills in English Experience in RNA-seq, single-cell, proteomics or metabolomics, and a publication record in relevant fields (e.g. immunology, toxicology) are considered advantages. The successful candidate is proactive, collaborative, and able to develop research questions, design studies, and contribute to international research networks. The chosen applicant is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki.

What we offer Depending on the appointees' qualifications and experience, the salary of the Postdoctoral Researcher will be ca. 3800 €/month. A six-month trial period will be applied. 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.

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. The application needs to include the following appendices: motivation letter for this position including at least two referees with their contacts CV a list of publications copy of your academic degree certificates / diplomas The closing date for applications is 5th of June, 2026. For further information on the position, please contact Piia Karisola, piia.karisola(at)helsinki.fi. If you need technical support with the recruitment system or additional information about the application process, please contact HelsinkiUni Help, uni-help (at) helsinki.fi.

About us The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Helsinki is committed to high-quality medical research and research-based education across medicine, dentistry, psychology, and logopedics, including an international Master's Programme in Translational Medicine. The faculty also contributes actively to healthcare expertise and ethical discourse, aiming to be a leading multidisciplinary institution. 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. 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. A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.