Funding & benefits
“The starting salary is typically around 3800-4000 EUR per month, depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience.”
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
The University of Helsinki is hiring a postdoctoral researcher in computational genomics for predictive medicine. You would join a newly established laboratory led by Professor Jeffrey Barrett, who has over 20 years of experience leading genomics research teams. The position comes with a monthly salary typically between 3800 and 4000 EUR, which varies based on your qualifications and experience. The application deadline is November 19, 2026.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including Medicine & Health. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
“This is an opportunity to be one of the first members of a newly established laboratory led by Professor Jeffrey Barrett, who has over 20 years’ experience leading genomics research teams.”
Should you apply?
It suits Postdoctoral applicants working in Medicine & Health. The decisive requirement, in University of Helsinki Jobs's words, is: "This is an opportunity to be one of the first members of a newly established laboratory led by Professor Jeffrey Barrett, who has over 20 years’ experience leading genomics research teams." There are 24 days until the closing date — enough time to gather references and transcripts if you begin promptly.
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: Postdoctoral.
- Study area: Medicine & Health.
- Study destination: Finland.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Application process
Application checklist
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
- Submit before the verified application timing shown in the Key dates section.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the value of this award?
University of Helsinki Jobs states: "The starting salary is typically around 3800-4000 EUR per month, depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience."
Am I eligible for this award?
In University of Helsinki Jobs's own words: "This is an opportunity to be one of the first members of a newly established laboratory led by Professor Jeffrey Barrett, who has over 20 years’ experience leading genomics research teams."
Is this for Master's, PhD or postdoctoral applicants?
It is for Postdoctoral level researchers at University of Helsinki Jobs in Finland.
What is the closing date for this award?
Applications close on 19 Nov 2026. That is 24 days from now.
Where do I apply?
Directly with University of Helsinki Jobs, through the official application page linked from this record.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from University of Helsinki Jobs's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 19 Oct 2026 · Verified 5 days ago
Timeline context
- Closes in 24 days (Thursday 19 November 2026).
About University of Helsinki Jobs
University of Helsinki Jobs is based in Finland and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.