Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Computational Biophysics)

Academic Positions; Finland; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampere University seeks a postdoctoral researcher to coordinate its BioInterfaces project on membrane proteins and scramblases. The role involves leading simulations, collaborating with partners, and supervising a PhD student within a multidisciplinary, international environment.

The candidate will design and run high-throughput simulations, analyze results, and contribute to publications while leveraging exceptional supercomputing resources. Fluent English and independence are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in physics, chemistry, biosciences or related subject area.
• Solid background in molecular dynamics simulations (e.g., GROMACS) and basic programming knowledge (Python).
• Experience in developing simulation or analysis tools, de novo protein design, or applying machine learning to simulation data is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently, supervise students, communicate with collaborators, and potentially contribute to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily project activities and design, perform and analyze simulations.
• Communicate with collaborators and supervise the doctoral researcher.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and present findings at meetings and conferences.

Skills

Molecular dynamics simulations

Python programming

English proficiency

Independent work

Team supervision

Education

PhD in physics, chemistry, biosciences or related field

Tools

GROMACS

Simulation tools

Job description

Organisation/Company Tampere University Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Biological sciences » Other Computer science » Other Physics » Biophysics Physics » Computational physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Application Deadline 15 Sep 2026 - 20:59 (UTC) Country Finland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

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. www.tuni.fi/en

The recently established BioInterfaces group atthe Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences uses molecular dynamics simulations to tackle a diverse set of questions related to biomolecules. The group is currently looking for a postdoctoral researcher to coordinate its research activity in the field of membrane proteins and particularly scramblases.

The group recently obtainedfunding for aproject to study and design lipid scramblases. This project involves high-throughput coarse-grained and atomistic molecular dynamics simulations, biasing techniques, constant-pH simulations, protein design, and the development of an online database. The project also involves several collaborators that will support the work experimentally.

Your tasks will involve coordinating the daily work on the project; designing, performing and analyzing simulations; communicating with the collaborators; supervising the doctoral researcher working on the project; preparing manuscripts for publication; and disseminating the findings at meetings and conferences. A doctoral researcher (PhD student) with a complementary skillset will also be hired to work exclusively on the project.

Requirements

You should have a PhD degree in physics, chemistry, biosciences, or a related subject area, preferably with a solid background in molecular dynamics simulations (e.g., GROMACS) and at least basic knowledge of programming (e.g., Python). The demonstrated ability to develop simulation or analysis tools, to design de novo proteins, or to apply machine learning methods to simulation data are considered major advantages.

You are expected to be able to work independently, supervise the work of students, communicate with the experimental collaborators, and potentially contribute to the teaching activities of the unit. You should be fluent in spoken and written English. International experience and networks are also appreciated.

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

We offer

The position offers an opportunity to gain experience in student supervision, independent research, and project management in a supportive and international research environment. The successful candidate will also have the freedom to develop their own research ideas with the support of exceptional supercomputing resources and excellent collaborating teams. The position also provides valuable experience for researchers interested in building an independent academic career.

The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of 2 years starting in 1/2027. The start date is flexible and negotiable. A trial period of six months applies to all our new employees. The group will support the hired postdoc in applying for independent funding to extend the position beyond 2 years if they so desire.

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee's personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. The position of a Postdoctoral Researcher is placed on the job demands levels 5-6 (teaching and research staff). A typical starting salary of Postdoctoral Researcher is around 4000 EUR/month.

The BioInterfaces group is part of the Computational physics laboratory, which hosts 7 active research groups covering topics in biophysics, quantum matter, complex systems, novel materials, nanostructures, electronic structure and interdisciplinary challenges in medical technologies and physiology. The BioInterfaces group collaborates with numerous computational and experimental groups nationally and internationally. The group has access to the exceptional computational resources hosted by CSC-IT Center of Science in Finland.

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 area 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 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.