Research technician/laboratory coordinator

1 week ago


Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Helsingin yliopisto Full time

The Faculty of Bio and Environmental Sciences forms Finland's most visible and broadest bio- and environmental science research and teaching entity.

The faculty trains experts for the needs of universities, research institutes, state administration and the school and business world.

The faculty has three research programs: Ecosystems and environment research program, Organism and evolutionary biology research program and Molecular and integrative biosciences research program. Learn more.

Position Available

The Faculty of Bio and Environmental Sciences is looking for a RESEARCH TECHNICIAN/LABORATORY COORDINATOR IN ECOLOGICAL AND EVOLUTIONARY GENOMICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY.

The position is permanent, with a 6-month trial period. The position starts 1st June 2025, or by mutual agreement.

Responsibilities

Research technician/laboratory coordinator assists Faculty research teams in conducting molecular biology and genomic analyses in ecologically relevant species. Tasks include, for instance, DNA and RNA extraction, next-generation sequencing (e.g. bulk and single-cell RNA-seq), targeted SNP assay development and analysis, and related bioinformatic methodologies. Additional tasks may include ordering reagents, database maintenance, assistance with animal and plant experiments, training new lab members and assisting other lab members as needed.

Qualifications

The successful candidate is expected to have experience with at least some of the above-mentioned techniques and be enthusiastic about learning others. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with excellent organizational skills and good English communication skills. We appreciate a cooperative attitude and enthusiasm for learning new techniques and skills.

Salary and Application

The salary for the position is determined according to the demand level of other staff in the universities' salary system. The requirement level of the research technician/laboratory coordinator is 6-8. In addition to the task-specific salary component, a salary component based on personal performance is paid.

Applicants are requested to submit their application, as a pdf file, which includes the following documents:

  1. CV including contact details for at least two referees
  2. Motivation letter (max 1 page), describing the skills and experience detailed above.

The application must be submitted through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on Apply for the position. Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) must submit their applications through the SAP HR portal. The closing date for applications is 25.4.2025.

Further information is available from Annukka Ruokolainen (annukka.ruokolainen@helsinki.fi), or Perttu Seppä (perttu.seppa@helsinki.fi).

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