Shandong Jiaotong University

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 16 000 students and 5 200 employees, including 446 professors. Our campus is in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland.  Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. Biodesign Finland, an innovation and training program at Aalto University, has spent over 10 years helping future healthcare innovators and entrepreneurs identify unmet clinical needs and transform them into impactful medical technology solutions and new ventures. Our community brings together clinicians, researchers, and entrepreneurs from Finnish universities, wellbeing services counties, and medtech startup ecosystems, united by a passion for improving healthcare. The program has contributed to the creation of several medtech companies and supported our program participants in securing €30 million in funding for their post-project commercialization. Do you want to become a MedTech Founder? We offer training for professionals in technology, business, and healthcare, as well as university students interested in establishing a successful medical technology (medtech) venture. Biodesign Finland at Aalto University is looking for four (4) part-time innovation fellows (participants) with the ambition and potential to become the next generation of medtech founders. Biodesign Finland invites motivated engineers, data scientists, designers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and university students to join our MedTech Founders program. The MedTech Founders program is executed part-time. Through need-driven innovation, you will develop clinically validated solutions and commercialization pathways at the intersection of research and entrepreneurship. The MedTech Founders program is organized by Aalto University through Biodesign Finland, a healthcare innovation and training program jointly developed by Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) and Aalto University. The positions, program structure and effort needed The program runs for 6.5 months. Selected candidates will be employed by Aalto University in a 20% part-time position for the duration of the program. Participation in the MedTech Founders Program requires a weekly time commitment corresponding to the 20% part-time position. This includes training sessions, clinical immersion, project work, teamwork, independent study, and other program-related activities. The part-time employment arrangement is one element of the program's implementation. The MedTech Founders training modules amount to 8 ECTS (see credits and certification below). During the program you will focus on clinical needs identification with HUS clinicians and healthcare professionals. After the need is identified you will build new need-based medical solutions and seek funding towards commercialization of your project supported by the program faculty and mentors. Credits and certification Participants with an active study right at Aalto University may be awarded ECTS credits upon completion of a personal study plan approved by Aalto University. Participants without an active study right will receive a diploma from Aalto University stating the study extent in ECTS credits, which may be used when applying for credit recognition at other institutions. MedTech Founders is not responsible for credit recognition decisions made by other institutions and does not facilitate credit transfer processes outside Aalto University. Why join? Build innovation capacity: We provide structured training, education, and coaching for health technology innovators—suitable for both first-time and experienced innovators. Real world clinical immersion: You will work with clinicians to identify and validate unmet needs in hospital environments during a clinical immersion period at HUS – Helsinki University Hospital. Network and visibility: Get to connect with clinicians, researchers, entrepreneurs, industry partners, and investors to accelerate your next success whether within your workplace or a new medtech startup. Proven impact: Our alumni have raised €30M to grow their ventures. You commit to the training program — we provide training and support to help you build a fundable medtech venture. To support and found this, you will be recruited with a 20% contract to Aalto University for the duration of the 6.5-month program. Also, you will gain access to Terkko Health Hub co-working space at the HUS Meilahti campus. Your role and goals As a participant in the MedTech Founders Program, you will learn and apply a proven need-driven innovation process for identifying and addressing unmet clinical needs. The program aims to develop research-based and need-driven medical technology solutions with commercial potential while fostering the creation of new medtech ventures. Following an introductory training period, you will be immersed in a healthcare environment where you will observe healthcare professionals, clinical workflows, and medical technologies in everyday use. Through these observations, you and your team will identify unmet clinical needs and opportunities for innovation. Using the Biodesign innovation process, you will evaluate and prioritize identified needs and focus on developing a technically feasible and commercially viable solution to one selected healthcare need. Throughout the program, you will be supported by experienced instructors, healthcare professionals, industry experts, and mentors. The identified needs and proposed solutions will be further refined in collaboration with healthcare stakeholders to ensure their clinical relevance and potential impact. You are expected to take the leadership and responsibility for your project and the development and validation of the selected solution. The ultimate goal is to create innovations that can improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes while offering a pathway toward future commercialization. Program participants continue typically developing their solutions through follow-on research projects, innovation funding programs, or startups established after completing the program. What we are looking for We are looking for motivated individuals who have: A Master's degree or a higher University of Applied Sciences (UAS) degree, or equivalent expertise in engineering, data science (e.g., AI or machine learning), design and service design, clinical practice, life sciences, business, entrepreneurship, or another relevant field. University students applying to the program need to have completed all studies by the end of September 2026. Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English. Fluency in Finnish is considered an advantage. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams. A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to take initiative in uncertain environments. Strong interest and capacity for startup-entrepreneurship Strong analytical, problem-solving, and information-gathering skills. A willingness to take on leadership responsibilities and pursue the commercialization of project outcomes through a startup, research commercialization pathway, or an existing company. Previous program-related work experience after graduation and/or entrepreneurial experience are considered an advantage. Relevant experience may include business development, product development, engineering, data science (e.g., AI or machine learning), design and service design, healthcare, clinical practice, life sciences, entrepreneurship, or other related fields. The program is suitable for university students, researchers, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want to transform healthcare innovations into real-world impact. This role must be performed from Finland. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Finland and be based in Finland by the start date and for the duration of the employment.  Onsite participation during typical office hours is required, in addition to self-study. Participation in the MedTech Founders Program requires a weekly time commitment corresponding to the 20% part-time position. This includes training sessions, clinical immersion, project work, teamwork, independent study, and other program-related activities. The part-time employment arrangement is one element of the program's implementation. Applicants should demonstrate strong motivation and the capacity to innovate in healthcare. Participation in clinical immersion at HUS during office hours is obligatory. Program participants employed to a private company during the program cannot generate direct benefit to their employer or develop a venture in the field of their current employer. Program participants are highly encouraged to establish a new medtech company after the program, which is the main goal for the program. What we offer We offer a meaningful job where you can develop innovative technologies in a stimulating environment with fantastic equipment and facilities. You will get the support of recognized researchers in the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering. You will also gain access to Terkko Health Hub co-working space at the HUS Meilahti campus. The position will be based in Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering, and you will be employed by Aalto University for the duration of the MedTech program. The position is fixed-term and part-time (20 %), and the part-time contract will be valid for 14.9.2026–31.3.2027 (6.5 months). The salary for innovation fellow is approximately 3300€/month for full-time work (36.25 hours/week) and the contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare. We value work-life balance and the well-being of all team members. While we work in a hybrid way, and the primary workplace is Otaniemi, Espoo and the participants needs to commit to on-site participation. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected community of 100 nationalities, 16 000 students and 5 200 employees. Life at the transformed campus is vibrant and filled with amazing architecture, calming nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, services and good connections along the recently opened metro line. Ready to apply? To apply, please submit the following application materials in English (PDF files) through our recruitment site ("Apply now!”). Letter of motivation (max. 1 page) needs to demonstrate your motivation to improve healthcare through technology, relevant skills and experiences, why you think you are the right person for the role, and it also needs to demonstrate the lack of conflict of interest in participating the training program considering that you may create inventions and follow-up commercialization during the program. The letter needs to reflect on skills you have relevant for medtech and startup entrepreneurship. CV Portfolio (presenting your greatest professional or other achievement(s), max. 5 pages) Degree certificates and academic transcripts Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). Aalto University’s students and visitors should apply as external candidates with personal (not aalto) email. Join us to turn validated clinical needs into impactful medtech solutions and take the next step toward founding your own medtech company. The deadline for applications is 4.8.2026. The positions will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. Interviews will be conducted onsite during 12.8.-14.8.2026 with potential follow-up meetings. For additional information, please contact: Kalle Uibo, MedTech Founders Project Manager at Biodesign Finland, Aalto Univ., kalle.uibo@aalto.fi Phone: +358 50 409 6556, Call times: 10.00-12.00 during workdays. Heikki Nieminen, Associate Professor and Head of Biodesign Finland, Aalto Univ., heikki.j.nieminen@aalto.fi. www.biodesignfinland.fi Aalto University 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. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi twitter.com/aaltouniversity facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity Aalto University has been awarded with HR Excellence in Research quality label in European Commission, guaranteeing that we adhere to top quality HR practices in both recruitment and employment relations. 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The Faculty of Science of University of Helsinki invites applications for POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCHER OR UNIVERSITY RESEARCHER in atmospheric sciences starting latest in January 2027 in a fixed-term initial contract of two years Background The post-doctoral researcher/university researcher will be working on the EU’s Destination Earth Climate Change Adaptation Digital Twin Project, Phase 3 (https://destine.ecmwf.int/), where INAR is a contributing member. The Climate DT project is setting up an operational simulation framework that enables to produce bespoke climate and impact-sector information, combining global kilometer-scale climate models (IFS-NEMO, IFS-FESOM, and ICON) in a unified operational workflow producing both multi-decadal climate projections and storyline simulations. Within Climate DT, the present research task focuses on evaluation of Climate DT simulation quality via direct use of raw Earth observations. The UH team has developed an approach, where simulation data is projected into observation-space quantities while the workflow is active, enabling both run-time reality check and rigorous posterior evaluation of the operational simulations. This novelty is implemented into the integrated workflow and the UH team has therefore access to evaluation material that is very informative about the fine-scale details of modelled versus observed km-scale processes. The post-doctoral researcher will explore into this virgin evaluation material with hands-on and contribute to creating new insights into the systematic errors of the Climate DT models and how they affect the adaptation information, developing new methods to utilize the unique material, and also maintain and further develop the observation projection workflow system within Climate DT. Tasks may also include integration of new observation types into the system, in addition to the present synoptic surface observations, radiosoundings, and AMSU-A space-based radiance data. The post-doctoral researcher will work in the dynamic meteorology research group at INAR, led by Professor Heikki Järvinen. The group is active in topics such as atmospheric convection, extra-tropical cyclones, and ensemble prediction including algorithmic parameter estimation. The group’s main modelling tool in research and teaching is OpenIFS of ECMWF. Research within the Climate DT involves participation in and traveling to meetings in Europe, such as at ECMWF, BSC, and AWI. University of Helsinki is seeking for a motivated candidate with a doctoral degree in relevant field regarding the background description of the position and with demonstrated skills in weather and climate modelling, model evaluation, global observing systems, and high-performance computing – the better your profile overlaps with these domains, the higher you rank at the evaluation step. What are we looking for The candidate is expected to be eager to pursue hands-on research using simulation data from the top-tier climate models  develop observation-based evaluation methods for exposing model biases related to local-scale physical process representations  think “out-of-the-box”, since there is no precedence for observation-projection in climate modelling  ideally bring complementary expertise and/or networks that the group may be presently missing The candidate must have excellent skills in written and spoken English, Python-language and scripting as well as Linux and HPC environments. Previous experience in model evaluation, statistical data analysis, and machine learning are seen as advantages. The position involves attending international conferences and presenting scientific or technical work in local and international meetings.  A postdoctoral researcher should have a doctoral degree in atmospheric sciences or another relevant field. A university researcher should a doctoral degree in atmospheric sciences or another relevant field, evidence of active publication in recent years and demonstration of other scholarly activity, such as evidence of independent research. The post-doctoral researcher/university researcher position starts the latest in January 2027, or, as soon as the position is filled. The position is initially for two years with a possibility of renewal. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. Research environment  Finland is a member of the EU and has high quality free schooling in Finnish/Swedish/English, generous family benefits and healthcare, and was recently ranked as the best country in the world for arriving families. Helsinki is continuously ranked in the world’s top ten most livable cities. Finland and the Helsinki region possess top expertise in sciences in terms of a vibrant talent pool, leading research, strong support services and functioning collaboration networks. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/university/working-at-the-university. The University of Helsinki is a multi-disciplinary Nordic research university that ranks among the top100 universities in the world, with some 36,000 degree-students. The Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research (INAR) at the Faculty of Science is a large research unit based on physics, chemistry, meteorology as well as forest, environmental, and social sciences. INAR aims to strengthen the internationally leading, integrated multi-disciplinary research and education environment for atmospheric and Earth system science and to feed in scientific results for the national and international climate and environment policy from molecular to global scales, focusing on changing weather and climate, air quality, biogeochemical cycles, and ecosystem processes. The starting salary of a post-doctoral researcher with previous work experience will be ca. 4000 - 4400 euros/month, depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience. The starting salary of the university researcher will be ca 4600-5000 euros/monthThe University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care, health insurance, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development, such as pedagogical and leadership training for higher education. The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants from a variety of gender identities, linguistic and cultural backgrounds. How to apply Please prepare the following documents: one-page motivation letter “why me”, fact-based on your earlier accomplishments in research, max. two-page “relevance” of your skills and competencies in relation to the position, max. four-page curriculum vitae tabulating and explaining your relevant earlier experience, and copy of your degree certificate (or document certifying successful defense or defense schedule) a list of publications Please submit the documents as a single pdf-file using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System by clicking the “Apply now” button. Applicants, who are employees of the University of Helsinki, are requested to leave their application via SAP Fiori. The position is filled as soon as a well-merited applicant is found. The deadline for applications is 10 August 2026. It can be extended, however, until a qualified candidate is found and contracted. The top-ranking candidates will be contacted personally and will be invited for an interview.  For further information, please contact Professor Heikki Järvinen, heikki.j.jarvinen@helsinki.fi 

Advance world-class research in sustainable agriculture and plant–microbe systems. Collaborate globally to deliver real-world impact across horticulture, soil health and crop resilience. Full-time (1 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 3.5 years. Base salary range: Level A, $83,499 – $112,371 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. About the area The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a globally recognised Group of Eight university, ranked among the world’s top institutions. The School of Agriculture and Environment is in one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots and is internationally recognised for excellence in Agricultural Sciences, Soil Science, and Environmental Science and Engineering. With strong PhD supervision capability, global research partnerships, and a track record of securing competitive funding, the School delivers high-impact research addressing critical challenges in agriculture, environment, and sustainability. About the opportunity We are on the lookout for two postgraduate Research Associates offering an exciting opportunity for an early career academic or postdoctoral researcher to contribute to innovative research at the intersection of microbial ecology, soil health and crop disease management. Working within a multidisciplinary and internationally connected research team, you will: Contribute to cutting-edge research programs integrating microbiomes to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability Conduct collaborative research in areas such as plant–microbial interactions, metabolomics, RNAi, and soil systems Produce high-quality research outputs, including peer-reviewed publications and synthesis papers Support externally funded research projects, delivering outcomes aligned with funded proposals Engage with industry stakeholders, including growers, to translate research into practical outcomes Build research capability and contribute to data management, team initiatives and postgraduate activities These roles offers increasing autonomy, strong mentorship, and the opportunity to develop a recognised research profile in a research-intensive university environment. About you To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate: A PhD (or near completion) in soil science, plant science, microbial ecology, or a related discipline A proven track record of high-quality research outputs, including publications in peer-reviewed journals Demonstrated expertise in microbiome research, metabolomics and/or RNAi in soil or plant systems Experience contributing to collaborative and externally funded research, ideally with industry engagement Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and engage diverse stakeholders Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, and “C” class driver’s licence may be required by the successful applicant. Position description: Position Description - Postdoctoral Research Associate (523634).pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Brajesh Singh at brajesh.singh@uwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 19 July 2026 This position is open to current UWA staff as well as applicants within and outside of Australia. Benefits Flexible working options. Generous paid leave including parental leave. Up to 17% employer paid superannuation. Salary packaging available. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses. Discounted health insurance. Employee Assistance Program. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.