SUNY Upstate Medical University

The University of Helsinki is an international scientific community of 40,000 students and researchers. It is one of the leading multidisciplinary research universities and ranks among the top 100 international universities in the world, and 8th in the world in Ecology. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer an attractive and diverse workplace in an inspiring environment with a variety of development opportunities and benefits. The Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences is Finland’s largest and most high-profile and extensive hub of research and teaching in the field. The Faculty educates experts to meet the needs of universities, research institutes, government, schools and the business sector. The positions Up to three post-doctoral positions are available at the University of Helsinki, Finland working in the research groups of Prof. Craig Primmer and Dr. Tutku Aykanat (http://www.helsinki.fi/evolution-conservation-and-genomics ) as a part of several related research consortia funded by the Research Council of Finland, the Kone Foundation and the ERC, with a focus on using the well studied Teno Atlantic salmon system as a model for adaptive management to assess biological and societal effects of recent anthropogenic changes on the Atlantic salmon metapopulation, alongside a detailed genetic and ecological evaluation of Pink salmon invasion in the river basin and the greater region. Successful applicants will likely have a strong background in research related to at least one of the themes listed below, but the specific combination of expertise is flexible, with the overall composition of the team being most important. Effects of management and ecosystem-related changes on salmon life-history phenotype and genotypes Evolutionary genomic approaches for assessing the effects of recent fishing management changes and invasive Pink salmon abundance on life-history phenotypes and genotypes. Relevant consortium publications: Erkinaro et al. 2019; Czorlich et al. 2018, 2022 Assessing sex-specific natural selection effects at key life-history loci due to anthropogenic and environmental factors Use of long- term data on Teno salmon reproductive fitness to assess potential sex-specific effects of recent fishing management changes and invasive Pink salmon abundance selection on Atlantic salmon life-history traits Relevant consortium publications: Czorlich et al. 2018; Mobley et al. 2019, 2020, 2024 Pink salmon genetics: determining the genetic basis of successful invasion Use of long-term scale material to identify genomic regions and structural variation potentially associated with higher invasion success. Relevant consortium publications: Erkinaro et al. 2026 Instructions for applying Appointees to the positions shall hold a doctoral degree and have the ability to conduct independent scholarly work. Suitable applicants will likely have a strong background in at least some of the themes and approaches listed above, although the species/system with which they have experience is less important. The ability to work as a part of a larger multidisciplinary research team addressing related questions is also important. Informal inquiries can be directed to Professor Craig Primmer (craig.primmer@helsinki.fi) and Dr. Tutku Aykanat (tutku.aykanat@helsinki.fi). Formal applications should include as a single pdf file: a CV including a list of publications and with names and contact details of at least two referees an approx. 1 page letter of motivation that includes specification of the theme (or themes) you are most interested in To apply, please submit your application using the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the Apply now button. If you need technical support with the recruitment system, please contact recruitment@helsinki.fi. The deadline for applications is 23:59 EEST on 7.8.2026 and remote interviews of short-listed candidates are planned for 17-21.8.2026. The positions are available from 1.9.2026 but start dates up to mid 2027 will be considered (although an earlier start is preferred). Positions are available for up to three years, with continuations dependent on obtaining additional funding. Salary Due to different sources of funding, either a salary or a tax-free stipend may be paid. Salaries will be based on level 5 of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance with the overall starting salary amounting to c. 3700-4300 EUR per month, depending on the previous relevant research experience of the candidate. The tax-free stipend, paid by Kone Foundation directly to the candidate, amounts to €3200 monthly (including compulsory pension and insurance payments), and can be topped up with 10% salary (see above). A grant-funded researcher contract is made with a candidate, who receives tax-free stipend instead of salary. Why Finland? Finland is a member of the EU, has high quality free schooling (also in English), very affordable childcare, generous family benefits and healthcare, and has been ranked as the world’s happiest country six years running and the best country in the world for expat families and the City of Helsinki is in the world’s top ten most livable cities. The University of Helsinki is a top 100 ranked university in most ranking lists, is ranked 8th in the world in Ecology (Shanghai subject ranking) and is currently investing heavily in life science research (see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/helsinki-institute-of-life-science). The research team currently consists of 4 post docs, 4 PhD students and 4 research assistants with 9 different nationalities. The salmonid fish research field has traditionally lacked gender and cultural diversity, but the group is committed to helping to influence a change and we therefore strongly encourage applications from researchers with diverse backgrounds. Successful applicants are expected to adhere to the university and research group’s codes of conduct. Relevant publications: Barson et al. (2015) Sex-dependent dominance at a single locus maintains variation in age at maturity in salmon. Nature 528:405–408.  Czorlich, Y., Aykanat, T., Erkinaro, J., Orell, P., & Primmer, C. R. (2018). Rapid sex-specific evolution of age at maturity is shaped by genetic architecture in Atlantic salmon. Nature Ecology and Evolution, 2(11), 1800–1807. doi: 10.1038/s41559-018-0681-5  Czorlich, Y., Aykanat, T., Erkinaro, J., Orell, P., & Primmer, C. R. (2022). Rapid evolution in salmon life history induced by direct and indirect effects of fishing. Science, 376(6591), 420–423. doi: 10.1126/science.abg5980 Erkinaro, J., Czorlich, Y., Orell, P., Kuusela, J., Falkegård, M., Länsman, M., Pulkkinen, H., Primmer, C. R., & Niemelä, E. (2019). Life history variation across four decades in a diverse population complex of Atlantic salmon in a large subarctic river. Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, 76(1), 42–55. https://doi.org/10.1139/cjfas-2017-0343 Erkinaro, J., Orell, P., Fossoy, F., Kytokorpi, M., Gjelland, K., Johansen, N., . . . Falkegard, M. (2026). Rapid increase in abundance and distribution of invasive pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) within a diverse, large Barents Sea catchment. Journal of Fish Biology. doi:10.1111/jfb.70348 Mobley, K. B., Granroth-Wilding, H., Ellmen, M., Vähä, J.-P., Aykanat, T., Johnston, S. E., … Primmer, C. R. (2019). Home ground advantage: Local Atlantic salmon have higher reproductive fitness than dispersers in the wild. Science Advances, 5(2), eaav1112. doi: 10.1126/sciadv.aav1112 Mobley, K. B., Granroth‐Wilding, H., Ellmén, M., Orell, P., Erkinaro, J., & Primmer, C. R. (2020). Time spent in distinct life history stages has sex‐specific effects on reproductive fitness in wild Atlantic salmon. Molecular Ecology, 29(6), 1173–1184. doi: 10.1111/mec.15390 Mobley, K. B., Barton, H. J., Ellmén, M., Ruokolainen, A., Guttorm, O., Pieski, H., Orell, P., Erkinaro, J., & Primmer, C. R. (2024). Sex-specific overdominance at the maturation vgll3 gene for reproductive fitness in wild Atlantic salmon. Molecular Ecology, 33(14), e17435. https://doi.org/10.1111/mec.17435 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Category Manager – Professional Services to join the University of Surrey’s Finance team. You will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering the University’s procurement strategy across a broad range of professional services categories, including HR, Finance, Marketing, Recruitment, and Travel. The role focuses on securing value for money, managing risk, and building effective supplier partnerships that support the University’s strategic, operational, and people-focused objectives. The Role Working in close collaboration with functional leads, business services teams, and senior stakeholders to understand operational, commercial, and strategic requirements, you will enable the delivery of fit-for-purpose procurement solutions. Your work will directly support service quality, flexibility, innovation, and scalability across diverse service areas. While the primary focus is Professional Services categories, the role may also support wider University procurement initiatives as required. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the Professional Services category strategy Establishing and managing effective frameworks and commercial models Providing commercial leadership and stakeholder influence Leading complex sourcing, tendering, and negotiations  Driving commercial value and performance improvement  Improving supplier management, standardisation, and demand control Ensuring governance, contracts, and capability development About You The role requires a strong understanding of professional services procurement, including consultancy, outsourced services, agency models, and demand management. Flexibility of approach is essential, as is the ability to provide clear commercial leadership and work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, finance colleagues, and other senior leaders to define and deliver successful outcomes. You will also have: Highly developed knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly regarding professional services related procurement. Significant experience managing complex procurements in a services organisation, including advertising, tendering, contract drafting, negotiation, and supplier relationship management. The proven ability to lead procurement-related business improvement and organisational change projects. The ideal candidate will also be able to demonstrate experience of professional services procurement from within a public or private sector organisation and will have knowledge of procurement/e-procurement systems. What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with additional days for Bank Holidays and University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply please upload your CV and cover letter to the University website. Informal enquiries should be directed to Nick Jones via n.p.jones@surrey.ac.uk  Please note we are not looking for any external agency support on this role at this time. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.  Further details Job Description

Job Purpose Research Fellow (Connector) work with industry partners to co-create commercially viable solutions in healthcare innovation. They deliver on projects that help healthcare institutions and businesses to move up the innovation value chain, addressing critical challenges in Singapore's evolving healthcare landscape. While working on these projects, Research Fellow (Connector) will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets and enhanced project implementation capabilities that are relevant to industry demands. The success of these initiatives will bring about deeper collaboration with key healthcare stakeholders that will translate the industry engagement into more innovation projects with SIT. This role will play a pivotal role in advancing healthcare innovation research and projects. Collaborating closely with faculty, healthcare institutions, industry partners, researchers, and students, the role will co-create impactful, practical, and commercially viable solutions that address critical healthcare challenges in Singapore, such as (but not limited to) automating processes, AI implementation, workflow redesigning, technology empowerment and improving operational efficiency to tackle issues related to an aging population, chronic diseases, rising healthcare costs and shortage of manpower. Key Responsibilities Applied Research and Innovation Lead and manage projects focused on healthcare innovation and assess the outcome, such as adopting automation systems, implementing AI and analytics in healthcare settings, workflow redesign for productivity improvement, and technology solutions for operational challenges in healthcare institutions and professionals. Explore emerging healthcare technologies, frameworks, and practices to advance sustainable healthcare solutions in Singapore's healthcare ecosystem. Conduct needs assessments and operational efficiency analyses to address real-world healthcare challenges, particularly in varies areas related to allied health, nursing and community health. Conceptualize, design and implement innovative projects based on deep understanding of healthcare providers' needs and available technologies, matching both of them effectively, with emphasis on practical implementation and measurable outcomes. Industry Engagement Collaborate with healthcare institutions, industry partners, and government agencies (e.g., MOH, HPB) to co-create solutions that enhance operations and support national healthcare transformation initiatives (e.g., Healthier SG, Age Well SG, 3 Beyonds). Identify emerging trends and opportunities in healthcare innovation to position SIT and its partners as key contributors to health technology advancement. Foster and maintain strong partnerships with healthcare businesses, institutes of higher learning, start-ups, and public sector stakeholders to develop impactful projects that improve healthcare delivery and population health outcomes. Serve as a technical and strategic liaison to frame projects with healthcare enterprises, identify required capabilities across the innovation ecosystem, and translate stakeholder needs into actionable initiatives. Work closely with internal teams (e.g., ICCAHI core team, IaaS, Innohub) and external partners to develop and implement collaborative projects, including co-funding arrangements and licensing opportunities. Support the attraction and development of high-value, industry-relevant projects for SIT, Polytechnics, and ITE applied research and innovation centres. Leverage industry networks to facilitate knowledge transfer, capability development, and technology adoption across healthcare and innovation ecosystems. Secure and identify funding sources through grants, proposals, and industry partnerships, and support stakeholders in grant applications (e.g., ICDG, EDG, LTIF), ensuring compliance with funding requirements and quality standards. Act as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders, including students, to gather feedback and translate insights into continuous improvements in projects and initiatives. Project Management Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of healthcare innovation and ICCAHI-related projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outcomes. Plan, coordinate, and manage day-to-day operations, including developing annual roadmaps and workplans. Monitor project progress, budgets, milestones, and KPIs, and prepare regular updates and reports for stakeholders. Prepare and manage budgets, financial reports, costing analyses, and project documentation in alignment with funding and institutional requirements. Oversee project agreements, working with TTO and relevant stakeholders to ensure intellectual property protection, compliance, and effective collaboration. Maintain proper documentation and shared repositories for project tracking and reporting. Administrative and Operational Support Handle administrative functions such as account management, invoice processing, payment collection, operational duties as required, and any other administrative responsibilities within the scope of ICCAHI, as directed by Head of ICCAHI. Professional Development and Expertise Stay updated with developments in healthcare innovation, including new technologies, market development, regulations, and industry practices in Singapore and internationally. Support the cluster in obtaining IAF-ICP and IAF-PP funding by leveraging industry knowledge and proposal development expertise. Curate innovation showcases and success stories that highlight the impact of Health Living Lab projects and initiatives. Job Requirements A degree in Healthcare Management, Health Sciences, Engineering with healthcare experience, or a related field. Master in a relevant field (eg MBA) is preferred. At least 7 years of relevant industry experience in healthcare settings, with a proven track record in healthcare innovation, operational improvement, and technology implementation. Strong knowledge of healthcare technologies, resource management, and healthcare business practices in Singapore. Experience in healthcare workflow analysis, automation implementation, and healthcare metrics. Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills. Experience in writing project proposals, grants, and government tenders will be an added advantage. Extensive experience and knowledge of Singapore healthcare industry practices to bring industry perspective to SIT. Keen interest in healthcare innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in developing solutions to operational and technical problems in healthcare settings. Strong supervisory skills and enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment. Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the healthcare field and pursue professional certification programs. Possession of industrial certifications in relevant healthcare areas will be an added advantage. Key Competencies Strong understanding of the healthcare challenges faced by Singapore institutions and the market landscape in Singapore and the region, particularly regarding aging population, rising healthcare costs, and demand for efficiency. Ability to perform as a domain expert, contributing to the mapping and development of the healthcare industry ecosystem. Demonstrated ability to facilitate collaboration among diverse stakeholders, such as public agencies, POLITE, SIMTech, and IPI to advance healthcare innovation initiatives. Experience with or knowledge of various funds and grants (eg EDG, LTIF, NMRC, IAF-ICP, IAF-PP) and expertise in proposal development is preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with industry partners, students, and stakeholders. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and multidisciplinary healthcare environment. Proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development. Proficient in presentation of healthcare innovation concepts and outcomes. Possess good analytical and critical thinking skills for healthcare problem-solving. Shows good initiative and takes ownership of work undertaken. Project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring of healthcare innovation projects.