Tenure track position in Medical Technology and Biotechnology (Assistant Professor or Associate Professor )

Tampere University, Finland

Updated: about 1 month ago

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: 11 Apr 2024

22 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company: Tampere University
Research Field: Chemistry » Biochemistry
Engineering » Biomedical engineering
Medical sciences » Other
Technology » Biotechnology
Researcher Profile: Established Researcher (R3)
Country: Finland
Application Deadline: 11 Apr 2024 - 20:59 (UTC)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 38
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No

Offer Description

Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our university community has its competitive edges in technology, health and society. www.tuni.fi/en

We are looking for an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the field of Medical Technology and Biotechnology. The open position is with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology at Tampere University.

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology (MET) is committed to high quality research and education in the fields of biomedical engineering, biotechnology, medicine, and health technology. We conduct basic, applied, clinical, and translational research in collaboration with Tampere University Hospital (TAYS).

The position will be placed in one of the three basic science units of the MET faculty, determined by the research profile and interests of the selected applicant.

In BIO unit, research focuses on immunology, especially in microbial infections and vaccines, as well as on fundamental cellural processes by applying the tools of molecular genetics, biophysics, biochemistry, systems and cell biology.
In MEDI unit, genome wide methods, computational approaches and experimental models are developed and utilized to understand the mechanisms of diseases, e.g. in celiac disease and cancer.
In TECH unit, interdisciplinary research areas include cell technologies for various tissue and disease states, e.g. eye, heart and brain, biomaterials, biomedical micro- and nanotechnologies, bioimaging, biophysics, biosensors and body-on-chip technologies.

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated applicants with a track record of internationally competitive research in medical technology and biotechnology. We welcome applicants with a strong basic science expertise e.g. in molecular and cell technologies, micro-, nano- and biomaterial technologies or computational approaches with possible applications in medical research in the focus areas of the MET faculty .

You are expected to pursue and supervise scientific research in your topic area at the highest level. Active collaboration with local, national and global research partners, as well as with clinical stakeholders and industry is encouraged. You will be expected to secure substantial external funding for your research program as well as nurture interactions with the wider society. You are also expected to contribute to degree education in line with your own expertise.

Requirements

You should have an applicable doctoral degree and postdoctoral training in relevant area for pursuing tenure track career in the fields of medical technology and biotechnology. Teaching experience is regarded favorably.

For the Assistant Professor position, we require:

ability to undertake independent scholarly activity and potential to pursue scholarly activity at a high international level of excellence,
teaching skills required to successfully perform the duties and functions of the position, and
ambitious research plan.

For the Associate Professor position, we require:

track record of independent scholarly activity,
teaching skills to successfully perform the duties and functions of the position,
ambitious research plan,
proven ability to lead a research group with international networks,
and proven success in acquiring significant external funding.

The position requires good communication skills in English. If the appointee is not proficient in Finnish, they are expected to acquire moderate proficiency within a reasonable time after the appointment for management of administrative responsibilities. Support for language studies is offered.

Tampere University is a unique, multidisciplinary, and boldly forward-looking community. Our values are openness, diversity, responsibility, courage, critical thinking, and learner-centeredness. We hope that you can embrace these values and promote them in your work.

We offer

We offer an initial appointment for Assistant Professor and Associate Professor for five years. Subject to successful performance evaluation, you will advance in tenure track model and become a permanent member of the faculty staff. You will enjoy a generous startup package, subject to negotiation, and receive support thoughout the five-year period to facilitate the establishment of an internationally competitive research programme. Please read more about the Tenure track career path at Tampere University.

Tampere University provides state-of-the-art research infrastructure and core facilities , including for example bioinformatics, genomics, proteomics, imaging, biomaterial and micro- and nanostructure fabrication and characterization, and animal facilities.

Salaries are based on the job demands and employees’ personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System . A typical starting salary for an Assistant Professor is approximately 4800-5100 EUR/month and for an Associate Professor approximately 5500-5900 EUR/month. Higher salaries may be agreed dependent upon experience and/or performance. A trial period of six months applies to all our new employees.

We offer you the opportunity to join our dynamic and innovative international community. As a member of staff at Tampere University, you will enjoy a range of competitive benefits, such as occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities and a safe and inviting campus area as well as a personal fund to spend on sports and cultural activities in your free time. Please read more about working at Tampere University . You can also find more information about us and working and living in Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community - our academic playground .

Finland is among the most stable, free and safe countries in the world, based on prominent ratings by various agencies. Tampere is the largest inland city of Finland, and the city is counted among the major academic hubs in the Nordic countries. Tampere region is the most rapidly growing urban area in Finland and home to a vibrant knowledge-intensive entrepreneurial community. The city is an industrial powerhouse that enjoys a rich cultural scene and a reputation as a centre of Finland’s information society. Tampere is also surrounded by vivid nature with forests and lakes, providing countless opportunities for easy-to-access outdoor adventures and refreshment throughout the year.

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