Postdoctoral fellow Position
Postdoctoral fellow Position at the Centre for Biotechnology (the Centre), BioCity Turku, Turku, Finland to study molecular mechanisms of human lymphocyte activation and differentiation.
We are seeking a scientist to join our international research group to work on human lymphocyte biology. Our group leads the molecular systems immunology efforts in the new Academy of Finland Center of Excellence program awarded for 2012-2017. The position is initially for 3 years (with an option for an extension). Successful applicants are science driven, enthusiastic and self-initiative. Applicants are expected to have a relevant degree in life sciences. The applicants should have previous experience in molecular and cellular biology and protein chemistry. Experience in T cell biology, RNA biology, alternative splicing, epigenomics and analysis of RNA sequencing and ChIP sequencing is an advantage. The salary is in accordance with the universities salary system (for teaching and research personnel) level 5-6 (Post-doctoral fellow), where the work specific salary component is between 2787-3254 €/month. In addition, part of the salary (max. 46% of the base salary) is based on the personal performance. Please send your application, CV and contact information for three references to Anne Lahdenperä (anne.lahdenpera@btk.fi). The deadline for applications is April 6 2012. For further information contact Prof. Riitta Lahesmaa, e-mail: riitta.lahesmaa@btk.fi For more information about our research see http://www.btk.fi/research/research-groups/lahesmaa/ and the Centre: www.btk.fi
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