Researcher in Sustainable Food Production

7 days ago


Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd Full time
Doctoral Researcher in Food Chemistry / Food Materials Science

The appointee should have a relevant Master's degree including experience in chemistry, materials science, food sciences, or a related field with emphasis on protein-protein interactions and food colloids.

Fluency in English and excellent writing skills are required. Experience in chemical analysis (e.g., using HPLC, gel electrophoresis) and food material analysis, such as rheology, textural analysis, and emulsion characterization, is also essential.

The appointee should either already have the right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki by the start of the appointment or apply for the right and obtain it within the probationary period of six months of their appointment.

As a Doctoral Researcher, you will be appointed for a fixed-term 1-year contract with expected continuation up to four years, depending on the progress of the work.



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