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- A stimulating and supportive research environment with access to state-of-the-art computational resources (e.g., GPUs, computing clusters).
- A dynamic working environment in collaboration with the ELLIS Institute Finland, the TurkuNLP research group, and other international partners.
- Opportunities for collaboration with leading researchers in AI, NLP and health domains.
- Participation in cutting-edge projects with real-world impact on healthcare.
- Competitive salary and benefits package according to Finnish standards.
- Opportunities for professional development, conference attendance, and networking.
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Practical details
The starting time for the positions would be 1.10.2025, or soon afterwards upon mutual agreement. The position for a postdoctoral researcher is for three years and the positions for doctoral researchers for four years.
The qualification requirements for the positions are set in the University of Turku Rules of Procedure
A person selected for the post of Postdoctoral Researcher is required to have a doctoral degree and the ability to do independent scientific work.
A person selected for the post of Doctoral Researcher is required to have a higher university degree and they are required to have demonstrated ability and motivation to undertake postgraduate studies and the capacity to complete a doctoral degree in accordance with the research plan.
It is noted that before obtaining the study right for a Doctoral Program, the job title will be Project Researcher or Research Assistant and the duration of the contract is 6 months. They are expected to apply for the study right in the next available call to e.g. the Doctoral Programme in Technology. Thus, please check the student information and application criteria https://www.utu.fi/en/research/utugs/dpt/admission (pay attention to mandatory skill level in English). Read more about the University of Turku's doctoral programmes and how to apply for study rights Join us for your doctoral studies at the University of Turku! | University of Turku
The salaries are determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience based on the University salary system and will be about 3800 €/month for a postdoctoral researcher and about 2600 €/month for a doctoral researcher / project researcher at the beginning of the employment.
There is a trial period of six (6) months for both positions.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted by 18 August 2025 (16:00 Helsinki time), using the electronic application form of the University of Turku.
Applications should be submitted in English and they should include:
- Letter of motivation
- CV
- Publication list
- Research statement
- Degree certificates and academic transcripts
- Contact details of at least two referees (or letters of recommendation, if already available)
For additional information, kindly contact ELLIS PI, Assistant Professor Shaoxiong Ji [email protected]. For questions related to the application process, contact HR specialist Nina Reini [email protected] (available after 28 July).
University of Turku reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period, reopen the application process, and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period.
