PhD Researcher in Food and Nutrition

2 days ago


Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to join an international and interdisciplinary team in the EU-funded project VALOR. The researcher will be employed for a minimum of 12 months in the Department of Food and Nutrition, Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for processing and analyzing dietary intake data from European populations alongside an existing dataset on pollinator dependence of food crops and writing a paper for publication in a scientific peer-reviewed journal.

Requirements

To be eligible for this position, candidates must have a Master's degree in a relevant field, such as human nutrition, agroecology, sustainability sciences, or environmental sciences. Experience in analyzing dietary intake data and fundamental statistical knowledge are also required.

Benefits

The appointee will be offered a salary based on level 1-2 of the requirement level chart with a starting gross salary of ca 2500-2600 euros/month. Flexible hybrid and remote working options are available within Finland.

What We Offer

The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants from a variety of backgrounds and offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment. Our researchers have access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborate with leading experts in their fields.



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