University Lecturer in Population Genomics and Bioinformatics

We, at the University of Oulu, work as part of the international research community to produce new scientific information and science-based solutions. We are committed to educate future pioneers to build a more sustainable, intelligent, and humane world. Creating new, taking responsibility, and succeeding together are values that build a strong foundation for all our actions. We offer a working environment where individuals can thrive, do meaningful work, and develop professionally. Our university's specialized research and service units enable extensive and diverse development and career opportunities for experts across various fields.

We are now looking for

University Lecturer

in population genomics and bioinformatics to join the Ecology and Genetics Research Unit at the University of Oulu.

Job description

We expect you to have a research and teaching background in population genomics and good skills in bioinformatics. You will act as the Director of the Master’s Programme in Computational Biology and Data Analysis. You will be responsible for planning, implementation and quality assurance of the above-mentioned program. You will also be responsible for curriculum planning in the Master’s Programme, practical organizing and development of teaching, and applying funding for teaching and curriculum development. You should also advance academic education and display pedagogical leadership. The teaching duties include basic level and advanced courses given in Finnish and English. In addition to conducting research in his/her own project, the candidate is expected to contribute to thesis supervision at all levels (BSc, MSc and PhD).

Qualifications
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Finnish, as well as strong communication and teamwork skills are required. Assessment of the applicants’ qualifications will be based on the following criteria: teaching experience, pedagogical skills, thesis supervision, scientific publications, activity in the scientific community, national and international mobility, and other international activities. The applicant’s research should complement the ongoing research environment within the Ecology and Genetics Research Unit, and build synergies within the Unit and with different research groups at the University of Oulu. The applicant is expected to hold a doctoral degree and have demonstrable qualifications in teaching and research, as indicated in the CV, teaching statement, publication list, and research plan attached to the application.

What we offer

• The employed person will be insured by the university and provided occupational healthcare. The Finnish government provides benefits to residents and their families, for example possibility to the national healthcare system and high-quality affordable childcare and school services. Finland is known as a country with a high quality of life and good healthcare system
• University´s wide variety of support services are at your disposal, allowing you to focus on your studies and research work.
• In addition to modern research facilities, we offer you personnel benefits such as support for sport services and endless opportunities to develop your skills and competences.
• Regular salary is paid 12 months per year, including paid leave and an additional holiday bonus in the summer.

Terms of employment

The position is permanent starting from 1st of September 2022. A trial period of 6 months will be applied. The salary will be based on the job demand level 6 -7 of the salary system for teaching and research staff in use in Finnish universities. In addition, based on personal work performance, up to 50 % of the job demands level can be paid. In practice the salary is approximately 4000–5200 euros per month (before taxes).

Application

Applications, together with all relevant enclosures, must be submitted using the electronic application system form by June 15th, 2022 (23:59 Finnish local time). Applications sent by email will not be considered. The following documents must be attached to the application:

Top candidates will be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified when the selection process is completed.

Additional information

Professor Jouni Aspi, [email protected]