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The Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER in Applied microeconometric research  for a fixed term period for the duration of 1/8/2026-31/7/2028 or as agreed. The position is part of Helsinki GSE activities on Data Room related research. The Data Room is an independent unit at VATT Institute for Economic Research, with which Helsinki GSE collaborates, supporting knowledge-based decision-making. It produces up-to-date reports that make use of register data to support decision-making and to assess the impacts of policy choices. The Data Room is an internationally unique project that began as a pilot in 2023 and has since been permanently established. RESPONSIBILITIES The main task of the appointed researcher is to engage with the Data Room projects, participating in their preparation either directly or by providing methodological or programming support. The researcher is also expected to participate in teaching activities (approximately 16% of working time) and supervising PhD students in applied economics research at the University of Helsinki. In addition, the researcher can use up to 50 per cent of their working time in related research, which utilizes modern methods of applied, econometric work, ideally based on administrative micro data. QUALIFICATIONS An appointee to the position must hold a doctoral degree in economics, data science, or related field. The default assumption is that the doctoral degree requirement must be met by the beginning of the employment. The period following the completion of doctoral degree must not exceed three years, excluding family leave and equivalent periods of absence. Applicants must have outstanding quantitative methods skills and an excellent command of written and spoken English. WHAT WE OFFER University of Helsinki is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and diverse workplace with a variety of development opportunities and benefits. The annual gross salary range will be approx. €46,000 – €51,000, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. Standard Finnish pension benefits and occupational health care are provided for university employees. Further information can be obtained online. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. Finland is a member of the European Union, has high quality free schooling (also in English) and generous family benefits and healthcare. Finland was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families, and Helsinki in the world’s top ten most livable cities. Finland and the Helsinki region feature leading research and innovation facilities, clean environment, affordable accommodation, and excellent international, national, and local transport connections. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see the websites. The appointees are expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. The International Staff Services provides assistance in relocation. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link "Apply now" (“Hae nyt”). Use your current email address to register to the Recruitment System. Only applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the link “Employee login”. The closing date for applications is 30 April 2026. Applicants are requested to enclose with their applications the following documents in English: A curriculum vitae that includes all publications and the names A job-market paper or an equivalent research study A research statement outlining the candidate’s research plans.  Two reference letters sent separately to grp-applications-socsci@helsinki.fi Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in May. FURTHER INFORMATION Further information about the positions and the research project may be obtained from Mika Meitz (mika.meitz@helsinki.fi) or Jukka Pirttilä (jukka.pirttila@helsinki.fi).

AgBS - Postdoctoral Position in Agronomy and Soil Microbiology    About UM6P: At the heart of the future Green City of Benguerir, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a higher education institution with an international standard, is established to serve Morocco and the African continent. Its vision is honed around research and innovation at the service of education and development.  This nascent university, with its state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure, has woven a sound academic and research network, and its recruitment process seeks high-quality academics and professionals to bolster its research environment in the metropolitan area of Marrakech. About AgroBioSciences (AgBS), College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences: The AgroBioSciences (AgBS) program is a component of the Science & Technology pole of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). It constitutes a structure of higher education and practical-based research with a vision of solving real African agriculture challenges by leveraging up-to-date science and technology. The AgroBiosciences Program Research Center leverages up-to-date technologies to address African agriculture challenges. It is a multidisciplinary research center that aims to conduct relevant, cutting-edge research that positively impacts African agriculture. It is based on the collaboration and synergy of several research programs targeting diverse disciplines of research in agriculture, such as  Microbiome, Omics, Plant Physiology and Crop Improvement, Plant Pathology, By-products Valorization, Soil Sciences, Agronomy, and Sustainable Farming. Job/Project description: The AGBS at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University seeks a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our academic institution as a postdoctoral research staff member with skill in Agronomy and Soil Microbiology. The successful candidate will contribute to our institution's commitment to excellence in research and innovation in Agronomy and Soil Microbiology, mainly by conducting innovative research that allows us: (i) to characterize soil microbiome from African soils and (ii) participate in field surveys to generate samples for DNA extraction, amplicon, and shotgun sequencing tools. (iii) isolate and characterise microorganisms of agronomic interest, using phenotypic markers and molecular markers, and propose recommendations, (IV) conduct greenhouse assays to validate their benefits and develop recommendations.  Area of specialization: soil microbiome analysis, general microbiology, Molecular Biology, Agronomy and, Sequence dat analysis and R coding skills Main responsibilities: The selected candidate will be expected to: Conduct a field survey from farmer fields to obtain samples, and prepare a map of sampled areas within the project mandate, considering the landscape, field plots, and on-farm approaches.  Prepare soil for physico-chemical property measurements  Isolate beneficial microbial and conduct greenhouse and field assays to validate their benefits Analyses shotgun and amplicon data sequences from the project and reports. Prepare high draft quality manuscripts for submission Mentor master students and PhDs Education, qualifications, and experience Applicants must have earned a doctorate in Agronomy, Soil Microbiology, or Soil Sciences with hands-on experience in Bioinformatics tools  Strong knowledge in implementing statistics to analyse data from field studies, amplicon, shotgun, and whole sequences. Demonstrated experience in multidisciplinary research in the above research area. High-quality publications in relevant scientific journals demonstrate a strong record of research accomplishments. Experience in supervising undergraduate/graduate students. Strong communication skills in English and French, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and the broader scientific community. Applications and selection procedure: The application folder must contain: Cover letter indicating the position applied for and the main research interests. Detailed CV. Statement of research and teaching interests describing the candidates’ experience with the position field. 3 reference letters

The Role and the Department The Assistant Accountant sits within the newly formed Management Accounting and Reporting team within Finance at the University. The role is responsible for assisting the Senior Finance Manager with the development and operational requirements of the University's management accounting and reporting function. The role will have a key focus on providing accounting and reporting support to non-financial colleagues and budget holders across the role's remit and, as such, will build strong working relationships with budget holders and finance teams, offering clear financial guidance across all levels of seniority to communicate, guide and educate our colleagues in our management accounting requirements. Duties will include, but not be limited to: Assisting in preparation, review and commentary of the monthly management reporting pack including variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior periods highlighting key drivers and risks. Ensure that budget holders are informed with regular reporting and engaging directly with budget holders to ensure that their financials are understood. To actively support the Senior Finance Manager with system improvement and process enhancements to the management accounting and reporting function, including project involvement as required. To lead on the processing of journals within the role's remit and to manage month-end and year-end activities including accruals and prepayments. Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls. Investigate and resolve reconciling items promptly, maintaining clear audit trails. Produce management reports and ad-hoc analysis for stakeholders and funding bodies. Assist with internal and external audits and liaise with auditors as required. Undertake additional finance projects or tasks as required.