Postdoctoral Researcher: Biodiversity & Sustainability

University of Helsinki; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Helsinki through HELSUS invites applications for a 14-month postdoctoral research position focused on prevention or mitigation of biodiversity loss. The appointee will engage with societal stakeholders, contribute to sustainability transformations, and participate in HELSUS activities and communications.

The starting gross salary is ca. 3 800 - 4 200 euros per month, with employment starting as soon as possible and a six-month trial period. Applicants should reside in Finland.

Qualifications

• Must have a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to conduct independent scholarly work.
• Maximum time since PhD completion is five years (degree certificate issued between 1 November 2021–31 October 2026).
• If the applicant cites special career reasons, these should be justified in the CV.
• The call is not open for HELSUS Steering Group members.

Responsibilities

• Engage in catalyzing sustainability transformations with stakeholders, based on scientific knowledge.
• Participate actively in HELSUS activities and communications.
• Report on the use of funding during the project to the donor (e.g., via lunch meetings, research reports, events).
• Reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki; base in either the city centre or Viikki campus.

Education

Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

University of Helsinki through HELSUS invites applications for a 14-month postdoctoral research position focused on prevention or mitigation of biodiversity loss. The appointee will engage with societal stakeholders, contribute to sustainability transformations, and participate in HELSUS activities and communications.

The starting gross salary is ca. 3 800 - 4 200 euros per month, with employment starting as soon as possible and a six-month trial period. Applicants should reside in Finland.