Doctoral Research and Development Specialist

13 hours ago


Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd Full time

About the Project

The Research Council of Finland's project 'Targeting metabolic adaptation to combat difficult-to-treat urinary tract infections caused by E. coli biofilms' seeks to advance our understanding of uropathogenic E. coli's (UPEC) adjustable metabolic machinery and identify potential cues for novel therapeutic interventions. This project aims to contribute to the development of new tools for microbiological research and antibacterial drug discovery.

Responsibilities and Requirements

  • Conduct research to understand the mechanisms behind UPEC's ability to adapt to changing environments
  • Develop novel therapeutic approaches for combating complex infections
  • Collaborate with the research team to publish research findings and present at conferences
  • Participate in supervising undergraduate students and other discipline-specific teaching in pharmaceutical biology, covering approximately 5% of working hours

Requirements

  • a Master's degree in pharmacy, microbiology, biotechnology, or chemical biology, or equivalent experience
  • strong skills in microbiology, particularly focused on antibacterial susceptibility and biofilm assays, including experience in bioassay development and validation
  • previous experience in fields such as cell culturing techniques, in vivo models, high throughput screening, or bioinformatics considered a significant merit
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • strong problem-solving skills and an unbiased approach
  • ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team


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