-----Original Message----- From: bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi [mailto:bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi] On Behalf Of Anita Tienhaara Sent: 14. elokuuta 2014 10:27 To: finbionet Subject: [Bco] Open researcher position for a computational biologist/bioinformatician at the University of Helsinki

The Institute of Biotechnology, University of Helsinki has researcher position open for a computational biologist/bioinformatician (MSc or Postdoctoral level) to work on projects studying cellular signaling and how it is altered in human cancer. Particular focus will be on using quantitative mass spectrometry to 1) identify the molecular context in which cancer-linked proteins such as kinases, phosphatases, and transcription factors function 2) detect specific protein phosphorylation changes from cell lines and patient samples.

Interested and highly motivated applicants that are enthusiastic about the prospect of driving forefront research in an international environment are encouraged to apply. A strong background in computational biology/bioinformatics is an asset. Good written and spoken English as well as the desire to work in a team-oriented environment are required.

The Institute of Biotechnology (BI) at the University of Helsinki is an independent research institute located at the Viikki Campus, where it forms part of the largest national life sciences alliance in Finland. The Institute provides excellent facilities to conduct interdisciplinary research in biochemistry and molecular biology. In addition, close collaborations with other groups at the Institute, in Meilahti campus and research institutes abroad are in place.

For further information about the open positions, please contact Group Leader Markku Varjosalo (markku.varjosalo@helsinki.fi).

Applications are accepted until September 15, 2014. But, earlier application is encouraged; the interview process will begin as soon as a competitive application is received.

Please send your application and CV as one single document (pdf) to markku.varjosalo@helsinki.fi Please remember to include the names and contact information of two references.

Selected recent publications: Varjosalo et al., Cell Rep. 2013, Apr 25;3(4):1306-20 Varjosalo et al., Nature Meth. 2013, Apr;10(4):307-14 Varjosalo et al., Cell. 2008 May 2;133(3):537-48 Björklund et al., Nature. 2006 Feb 23;439(7079):1009-13 Varjosalo et al., Dev Cell. 2006 Feb;10(2):177-86

-- Anita Tienhaara Project coordinator

"PhDs to Business Life" www.helsinki.fi/project/biobusiness/

Institute of Biotechnology P.O. Box 56 FI-00014 University of Helsinki FINLAND phone +358 50 318 5065

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