Postdoctoral researcher in microbiology – Helsinki
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Postdoctoral researcher in microbiology – Helsinki
21.9.2026
Tiivistelmä Työpaikkailmoituksesta
The University of Helsinki is hiring a postdoctoral researcher in microbiology for the AMaRONE One Health project on a fixed-term contract from January 2027 to December 2028 at the Viikki campus in Helsinki, Finland.The position involves developing and applying bioinformatic methods, performing molecular microbiology experiments to validate AMR genes and mobility, publishing findings, and co-supervising PhD and MSc students.Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant life-science field, have a strong publication record, be able to work independently and collaboratively in an international environment, and have excellent English communication skills.The starting salary will be approximately 3600 euros per month and the role offers access to modern labs, sequencing and computational infrastructure, career development support, and international collaboration opportunities.
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The Department of Microbiology at the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry invites applications for a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN MICROBIOLOGY.
The University of Helsinki invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position for a fixed-term contract starting in January 2027 and ending in December 2028. The position is located at the Department of Microbiology on the Viikki campus in Helsinki, Finland. The successful candidate will join the research group led by University Lecturer Antti Karkman. A six-month trial period applies.
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the AMaRONE project (Risks and Mitigation of Antimicrobial Resistance Across One Health Sectors), funded by the Research Council of Finland. The project investigates antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across the human-animal-environment interface and combines environmental microbiology, bioinformatics, molecular biology, and One Health approaches to identify emerging resistance threats and develop strategies for their mitigation.
Project Description
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across human, animal, and environmental reservoirs remains a major One Health challenge arising from the interconnectedness and complex interactions among these sectors. Resistant bacteria and resistance genes can move between environments, while resistance evolution and transmission can introduce novel genes or clinically relevant hosts into the global AMR pool.
To slow the spread of resistance, preserve antimicrobial efficacy, and protect public health, there is a pressing need for approaches that move beyond surveillance towards proactive mitigation. AMaRONE addresses this challenge by identifying novel AMR genes of greatest concern from environmental microbial communities, validating their resistance phenotypes and mobility through laboratory experiments, and developing preventive mitigation strategies that integrate computational predictions with experimental validation.
The successful candidate will have substantial freedom to shape the scientific direction of their work within the broader objectives of the project.
Research environment
The Research group investigates the ecology, evolution, and dissemination of antimicrobial resistance in environmental and One Health contexts. The group combines large-scale sequencing, bioinformatics, microbial cultivation, and molecular biology approaches and collaborates extensively with national and international partners.
The position provides access to state-of-the-art microbiology laboratories, sequencing infrastructure, and high-performance computing resources at the University of Helsinki. The candidate will also have opportunities for collaboration with national and international project partners.
Responsibilities
We welcome applicants with expertise in computational microbiology, bioinformatics, molecular microbiology, or combinations thereof. Depending on the successful candidate’s expertise and interests, the project can be tailored towards computational analyses, laboratory-based validation experiments, or an integrated approach combining both.
The Work May Involve
Developing and applying bioinformatic approaches to identify and prioritize novel antimicrobial resistance genes from environmental metagenomic datasetsDesigning and conducting molecular microbiology experiments to validate resistance phenotypes, mobility, and mitigation strategies of prioritized AMR genesCommunicating research findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations at international scientific conferencesCo-supervising PhD and MSc students working within the projectContributing to the development of new research directions and participating in grant applications
We are looking for a candidate who
Holds a PhD degree in microbiology, bioinformatics, molecular biology, or another relevant field of life sciencesHas a strong publication record relative to career stage and demonstrated scientific initiativeIs able to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse and international research environmentHas excellent written and oral communication skills in English
The Following Experience Is Considered An Advantage
Antimicrobial resistance researchMetagenomics, microbial genomics, or bioinformaticsStatistical programming in R or PythonHigh-performance computing environmentsMolecular cloning and functional characterization of genesSupervision of studentsInterdisciplinary or One Health research
We offer
An opportunity to contribute to a high-impact Research Council of Finland-funded project addressing a major global health challengeA stimulating and supportive international research environmentAccess to excellent laboratory, sequencing, and computational infrastructureOpportunities to publish high-quality research in leading international journalsFunding and encouragement to participate in international conferences and scientific networksStrong support for career development, including opportunities to develop independent research directions, build collaborations, co-supervise students, and participate in grant writingExtensive opportunities for national and international networking through project collaborators
Requirements And Eligibility Criteria
The appointee shall hold a doctoral degree and have the ability to conduct independent scholarly work as well as the teaching skills necessary for the position. The doctoral degree requirement must be fulfilled before the beginning of the employment.
Salary And Benefits
The salary is defined in accordance with the University’s salary system for teaching and research personnel.
The Postdoctoral Researcher’s salary is based on level 5 of the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee shall be paid a salary component based on personal work performance. The starting salary of the Postdoctoral Researcher will c. 3600 euros/month, depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care, well-equipped sports facilities, and vast opportunities for professional development.
Finland is a member of the EU, has high-quality free schooling (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare, and was recently ranked as the happiest country in the world. Finland and the Helsinki region possess top expertise in sciences in terms of a vibrant talent pool, leading research, strong support services, and functioning collaboration networks. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers.
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How To Apply
Please submit your application, which includes the following documents in English.
A motivation letter describing why you are interested in this position and how you are qualified (max. 1 page) A curriculum vitae including a list of publications (if any). Names and contact information of two referees, who are willing to provide reference letters upon request (optional).
External applicants, please submit your application through the University of Helsinki’s recruitment system via the Apply Now button.
Applicants who have a helsinki.fi username, and a valid employment/grant/visitor contract at the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the Employee login button.
We are eager to fill this position as soon as possible and therefore encourage early applications. However, the absolute deadline for submitting applications is September 30, 2026 (at 23:59 UTC +3).
More information?
For project and position questions, please contact
University lecturer, Antti Karkman, antti.karkman(at)helsinki.fi
For more information on the research group’s publications and the project, see
If you need support with the recruitment system, please contact HR Services (recruitment(at)helsinki.fi).
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