AdresseAre you interested in developing bio-based future materials and looking for a new job opportunity in the field? Would you like to do impactful research in the cutting edge of natural sciences with superb colleagues who are top experts in their field? Do you want to build a science career and work in a versatile role at the interface of academy and industry? VTT might be just the place for you.
VTT is one of the leading applied research organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning, and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2000 brilliant minds focuses on creating impact through science-based innovation. Get to know us further by exploring VTT's tech & infra.
We are now looking for a Protein-based biological expert to join our Enzyme and Material Biotechnology -team.
You focus on the molecular design and biosynthetic production of protein-based biological materials. In this position, you will have the opportunity to operate in a multidisciplinary framework that includes protein engineering, biochemistry, material science, and synthetic biology. Being part of the Enzyme and Material Biotechnology -team, you will have the chance to strategically integrate other enabling technologies such as computational modeling, and machine learning towards developing cutting-edge sustainable materials and processes through biotechnology.
Our goal is to be a globally recognized actor in the development of improved enzymes and sustainable material components. Our research supports VTT’s mission to enable bioinspired production for sustainable materials and other products.
Learn more about our research:
Protein-Based Biological Materials: Molecular Design and Artificial Production
Bioinspired Functionally Graded Composite Assembled Using Cellulose Nanocrystals and Genetically Engineered Proteins with Controlled Biomineralization
The complex structure of Fomes fomentarius represents an architectural design for high-performance ultralightweight materials
As a Protein-based biological expert, you will:
- Carry out scientific project work in the field of biosynthetic materials and their application more specifically related to protein-based materials
- Take forward research topics and develop materials excellence
- Plan and execute experimental research
- Write scientific reports and articles, and present research data
- Work as a part of project team and contribute positively to a productive work environment
Who we are looking for:
- You possess a comprehensive understanding of biological materials and their diverse applications.
- You hold a multidisciplinary background that spans molecular & structural biology, biotechnology, protein engineering & analysis, biomimetics, biophysics, biochemistry, or biological sciences.
- a robust knowledge of materials characterization techniques across different length scales, encompassing chemical, structural, and mechanical analyses.
- expertise in the research, development, and prototyping of protein-based materials.
- It’s an advantage if you also have
- knowledge in artificial intelligence and machine learning, with an understanding of their capabilities and opportunities in biomaterial research.
- understanding and familiarity with computational modeling and molecular dynamic simulation
As a person, we hope that you are:
- innovative experimentalist with a broad spectrum of experience in experimental design, techniques, and execution.
- Keen on identifying business opportunities and getting a better understanding of customer's needs.
- Motivated and willing to take initiative in creating new project ideas and getting projects accomplished, xxcited to obtain funding and manage projects, willing to supervise others in a research or project context.
- Have strong communication, collaboration, and networking skills
- Are willing to present your work at scientific meetings
- Are an outside-the-box thinker with ability to continuously learn new things
With VTT, you’ll enjoy:
Natural sciences with an impact. VTT works on the cutting-edge of natural sciences, and we've invested in building state-of-the-art research facilities for natural sciences, such as the Bioruukki pilot infrastructure for bio- and circular economy. Our research agenda is dedicated to solving systemic and technological challenges, such as reaching carbon neutrality and unleashing the power of synthetic biology. That means that at VTT, your expertise in natural sciences will go towards creating a real impact. Read more about our strategy – the path of exponential hope.
Superb colleagues and community. With VTT, you'll join a community of over 2000 multidisciplinary experts who foster a culture of trust, openness, and sharing of knowledge. We work across disciplines and house all the cutting-edge sciences, from quantum computing to synthetic biology, under one roof. Collaborating with superb colleagues is a source of learning, inspiration, and fun. Read more about our organisational culture as the builder of the world's most meaningful place to work.
Excellent career in research. At VTT, excellence in research is a strategic priority. We offer long-term positions and stable career paths in top-level research. People tend to stay with us for over ten years since there are always new roles and responsibilities to grow into. A combination of cutting-edge academic research and applied customer projects keeps your career path interesting.
Support for your well-being. Our people are our main asset, so we take good care of them. We aim to nurture excellent team spirit and leadership and offer versatile well-being services to enable a good work-life balance. On top of 6 weeks of paid holidays, we offer exercise and culture benefits, hobby clubs, and voluntary well-being services such as meditation and cognitive ergonomics training.
Apply now and join our community of brilliant minds!
Please send your CV and answer to the preliminary screening questions with your salary request via our recruitment system as soon as possible but at the latest by 18th of January 2024. We will do our first screening anonymously based on the answers you have provided to the open questions and we will process applications as they come in and fill the position as soon as we find the right candidate. A security clearance procedure may be conducted during the recruitment process.
Interested and want to know more?
For further information, please contact Research Team Leader Arja Paananen, arja.paananen@vtt,fi, +358 407206975 on Wednesday 10.01. at 15-16 o´clock or on Friday 12.10.2024 at 10-11 o´clock.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Apply between 22 December 2023 and 18 January 2024 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)
Employment type: Full-time, Permanent
VTT
VTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological innovations. We have 80 years of experience of top-level research and science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together.
VTT – beyond the obvious.
