The Virus infections and Immunity research group, at the Department of
Virology in the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Helsinki, is
seeking a Doctoral Researcher to study the significance of persistent
viruses on human health.

We provide an inspiring and collaborative environment, combining
state-of-the-art tools for viral genetic analysis, at the interface
between basic and clinical research.  We are located at the Meilahti
Campus, University of Helsinki.

The position will be filled from 1.8.2024 or as mutually agreed, beginning
with a trial period of 6 months.

Job description:
- Your task will be to investigate the genetic makeup of persistent
  viruses in various clinical contexts.
- You will contribute to methods development, as well as perform wet-lab
  experiments and data analysis.
- You will work closely with other members of our group to develop
  statistical models to estimate the impact of viruses on health
  and disease.
- Aside of doctoral studies, you will be expected to teach, and
  participate in national and international conferences.
- The salary will be in accordance with the University's Salary
  System.

Requirements:
- Master's degree in genetics, microbiology, or alike (health or
  life sciences)
- Fluency in English.
- Enthusiasm for data analysis, method development and
  experimental work.
- Willingness to teach & supervise undergraduates and graduates.
- Ability to work independently and in a group.
- Desire to work in an international environment.
- Experience with data analysis and statistics are considered an asset,
  yet not a must.

How to apply:
Please submit your application to maria.perdomo@helsinki.fi and
klaus.hedman@helsinki.fi by 9.6.24

The position will be filled once a suitable candidate has been selected.
Please write your application and all accompanying documentations in
English and attach them in a single PDF. Include the following
documents:
 - CV (with internships, publications, conferences, awards,
   contributions, etc.)
 - A cover letter (maximum of 1000 words) briefly outlining your
   motivation to apply, background and skills, earliest starting date,
   and any other/miscellaneous remarks that you wish to make.
 - PDF copies of your Master's and Bachelor's degree certificates.
 - Summary of any research project you've been involved in. If the work
   took place in a team, please clarify your contribution.
 -  Contact information of two referees.

For more information on our research activities:
https://www.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/virus-infections-and-immunity

Should you have any questions about the project, the working environment,
or the application process, don't hesitate to contact directly:

Docent (MD, PhD) maria.perdomo@helsinki.fi

"Dickson, Zachery" <zachery.dickson@helsinki.fi>

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