Assistant Professor in the field of Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry

We are looking for an Assistant Professor in the field of Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry. We have 1-3 positions open at 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).

Job description

We are seeking highly motivated applicants with an exceptional track record of internationally leading research that complement the research interests of the MET faculty within fields of cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry. We particularly encourage applications from outstanding early-career scientists with proven excellence and ambitious research goals.

We seek applicants with a compelling vision for advancing and renewing the field through innovative research questions, novel methodological approaches, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

You will be 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. The successful candidate will be expected to secure substantial external funding for your research as well as nurture interactions with the wider society. You are also expected to contribute to degree education in line with your own expertise.

The positions 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 fundamental cellular processes and immunology. We utilize 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, research in biomaterials, biomedical micro- and nanotechnologies, health informatics, bioimaging, biophysics, biosensors and body-on-chip technologies.

Requirements

You should have an applicable doctoral degree and postdoctoral training in a relevant area for pursuing a tenure track career in the field of cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry. Teaching experience is regarded favorably.

For the Assistant Professor position, we also require:

• proof and track record on scholarly activity at a high international level of excellence,
• teaching skills required to successfully perform the duties and functions of the position, and
• ability and potential for applying and acquiring external funding.

The positions require 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 and for enhancing competitiveness and societal impact. 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 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 substantial startup package, subject to negotiation, and receive support throughout 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.

The planned starting date in the position is in the fall of 2027, or as mutually agreed upon by both parties.

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. 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 areas 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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• Visit Finland
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• Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment: Welcome to Finland
• Work in Tampere

How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system (link below). The closing date for applications is 26th of October, 2026 (at 23:59 EET / UTC +2).

Please write your application and all accompanying documents in English and attach them in PDF format. Applications should include the following documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae according to TENK guidelines
2. Merits and increased competencies according to the guidelines of the Research Council of Finland
3. List of publications according to the guidelines of the Research Council of Finland (Please indicate your most important publications and add hyperlinks to these publications. For any of the most important publications that are not open access, please append full copies of the published manuscript at the end of the PDF file).
4. A short letter of motivation (max. 2 pages)
5. A research plan (max. 5 pages) including your research vision for the future in this field and a realistic implementation plan (research questions, methods, collaboration, funding etc.) for your research for the next five years.
6. Teaching portfolio according to our guidelines.

Candidates may be invited for a video interview during the recruitment process. The top candidates will also undergo a review by external experts and will be invited for an on-site visit at a later stage. An aptitude assessment may also be included in the selection process.

For more information, please contact:

• Head of BIO unit, Professor Vesa Hytönen, tel. +358 40 190 1517, vesa.hytonen@tuni.fi
• Head of MEDI unit, Professor Matti Nykter, tel. +358 50 318 6869, matti.nykter@tuni.fi
• Head of TECH unit, Professor Leena Ukkonen, tel. +358 44 534 1507, leena.ukkonen@tuni.fi
• Dean Seppo Parkkila, tel. +358401901825, seppo.parkkila@tuni.fi

With questions related to the recruitment process, please contact:

• HR Specialist Lilli Sarasvirta, lilli.sarasvirta@tuni.fi

Application period starts: 2026-09-22 09:00. Application period ends: 2026-10-26 23:59