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Doctoral Researcher in Computational Tool Development for Chemical Safety and Drug Discovery / Väitöskirjatutkija, Laskennallisten työkalujen kehittäminen kemiallisen turvallisuuden ja lääkeaineiden löytämisen alalla

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. https://www.tuni.fi/en 

The Faculty of Medicine and Health technology invites applications for full-time Doctoral Researcher position for two years.  

Job description 

We are looking for highly qualified and motivated Doctoral Researcher to join, Finnish Hub for Development and Validation of Integrated Approaches (FHAIVE) at The Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology (MET) at Tampere University.  We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join our research team. The student will focus on developing innovative computational methods, tools, and APIs in R (and Python) to support projects in toxicology, drug discovery, and sustainable material design. While prior biology knowledge is not required, the candidate should have a strong interest in learning and collaborating within interdisciplinary research teams. In this position, you will have an opportunity to work on cutting-edge interdisciplinary research projects with real-world applications in toxicology, drug discovery, and sustainability (such as INSIGHT, PINK, and CHIASMA). 

Our Faculty is dedicated to pursuing world-class research and delivering high-quality education in the fields of biomedical engineering, biotechnology, medicine, and health technology. We conduct basic, applied, as well as clinical research in collaboration with Tampere University Hospital (TAYS). Thus, the environment is strongly built also to conduct translational research. Strong existing research areas in health research include biomedical engineering fields from biomaterials and microtechnologies to health data science, cell, and molecular biology with applications for example in cancer, cardiovascular and celiac diseases, and immunology. 

The position of doctoral researcher offers you the opportunity to concentrate full time on your doctoral studies while receiving high-quality supervision along with the freedom and encouragement to develop your ideas in a supportive, inspirational and multidisciplinary research environment.   

 

As a doctoral researcher your work will include:  

  • Designing and developing computational tools, workflows, and APIs in R and Python   

  • Development of data curation and exploration analytical pipelines for large-scale datasets  

  • Contributing to the development of graphical interfaces to enhance the usability of computational tools and APIs.  

  • Collaborate with biologists, chemists, and toxicologists to understand project needs and tailor computational solutions.  

  • Document and share code using best practices (e.g., git). 

 

At the university, the work will be supervised by Prof. Dario Greco.  

 

Requirements 

You need to have an applicable master’s degree in computer science, data science, computer engineering, bioinformatics, chemical engineering, or a related quantitative field. The position requires: 

 

  • Programming Proficiency:  

    • Experience in R and python programming, including data science and Machine Learning packages 

    • Experience in R and python packages development and APIs and scripting. (e.g., using Plumber, RStudio Connect, or Shiny, fastAPI, flusk, openAPI), 

  • Statistical Knowledge: Proficiency in applying and implementing statistical methods  

  • Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to translate complex research questions into computational solutions  

  • Data Handling: Experience working with large datasets, including cleaning, wrangling, and integration. 

  • Communication Skills: Ability to present computational results to non-technical collaborators. 

  • Willingness to Learn Biology: Interest in toxicology, pharmacology, or related fields to contextualize computational tools.


Desired Skills (Not Required, but a Plus) 

  • Knowledge of biological or toxicological data and relevant analysis techniques (RNASeq preprocessing or analysis, QSAR, dose-dependent analysis) 

  • Hands-on experience with containerization tools like Docker  

  • Experience with Snakemake for pipeline development 

  • Experience with network analysis (e.g. networkX, igraph) and knowledge graphs (Neo4j) 

 

You also need to have an enquiring mind, enjoy problem-solving and be able to think independently while also being able to work in a team. A good command of English, both in writing and in oral presentations, is required.  

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

 

We offer 

The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of two (2) years, commencing as soon as possible. A trial period of six (6) months applies to all our new employees. The position is full-time.  

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee's personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a doctoral researcher is placed on level 2-4 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for a doctoral researcher is approximately 2600-2800 EUR per month. The salary increases based on experience and the progress of doctoral studies.   

Tampere University offers a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities on campus and several restaurants and cafés on campus with staff discounts. Please read more about working at Tampere University.  You can also find more information about us and working and living Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community - our academic playground.    

 Tampere is one of the major academic hubs in the Nordic countries and offers a dynamic living environment. Tampere region is one of the three most rapidly growing urban areas 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. Read more about Finland and Tampere: 

 

How to apply  

Please submit your application through the Tampere University´s online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 28.3.2025 (23:59 EET / UTC +2). Please write your application and all the accompanying documentation in English and attach them in PDF format. 

 

Please attach only the following documents to your application:  

  • A letter of motivation and description of your research interests (max. 1 A4 page) 

  • Curriculum vitae (including the contact details of two referees). 

  • List of publications (if applicable) 

  • Degree certificates 

  • Transcript of records (master's degree studies). 

 

For further information, please contact:  

Professor Dario Greco, dario.greco@tuni.fi  

University Lecturer Angela Serra, angela.serra@tuni.fi   

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Michele Fratello, michele.fratello@tuni.fi   

 

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