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Ferring Ventures Oy (previously Kuopio Center for Gene and Cell Therapy) was founded in 2017 with a mission to develop innovative cell therapy solutions for cancer patients. Based in Kuopio, Finland, Ferring Ventures Oy today focuses on advancing cutting-edge cell therapy research and development to improve patient outcomes through groundbreaking therapies. While our main therapeutic focus is cancer, we are also exploring other disease areas. Ferring Ventures Oy is a privately owned subsidiary of Ferring Ventures S/A.
We are seeking a Scientist to join our Cell Therapy Group. In this team, you will play a crucial role in advancing our cell therapy projects, utilizing your expertise in laboratory techniques, large data analysis, immunology, molecular biology, and cell biology.
As a Scientist in the Cell Therapy Group, you will be responsible for driving research and development efforts forward by taking initiative and demonstrating leadership to ensure the successful achievement of project goals. Responsibilities include planning, conducting, and continuously optimizing laboratory experiments related to cell therapy. The role also involves performing secondary analyses of large datasets, including RNA sequencing data. Immunological techniques will be applied to study cell interactions and immune responses in detail. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance project milestones effectively. The successful candidate will also be responsible for documenting and clearly presenting research findings to both internal and external stakeholders. The role encompasses planning, executing, and overseeing laboratory work.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Ph.D. or M.Sc. in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related field.
Extensive experience with wet lab techniques and protocols.
Experience in cell therapy research or related fields.
Proficiency in large data analysis.
Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to produce clear and accurate documentation in English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ambitious personality with a strong drive to excel in research and development.
Enthusiasm for science.
Preferably, you would have in-depth knowledge of immunology, be familiar with bioinformatics tools and software for secondary data analysis, be proficient in scientific communication, and have experience in cell therapy research or related fields.
This is a full-time, permanent position (37.5 h), with a preferred start date in the beginning of August or by agreement. Our work is driven by project demands, occasionally requiring evening and weekend work. The salary for this position depends on the candidate’s previous work experience, responsibilities, and skills, with the starting salary for the Scientist position typically being €3000, but higher based on a more extensive background. Please include your salary expectations in your application. Employment is applied by Collective agreement for salaried employees in the Finnish chemical industry.
We offer a robust and international work community. We support your well-being with a comprehensive range of occupational health services and an ePassi wellness & lunch benefit. Additionally, we provide development opportunities and a warm welcome to the team. Above all, you will become part of a highly skilled work group, making meaningful contributions every day!
Please submit your application and CV, including your salary expectations, by 25.5.2025.
For more information, please contact Analytical Manager Olga Gurvich, p. 0442415107 (on Thursday 8.5. and 15.5. 14:00-15:00) or olga.gurvich(at)kct.fi.
At Ferring Ventures, we are at the forefront of research with a mission to make cell therapies available to patients. Our dynamic workspace promotes the translation of novel medical treatments into phase I/IIa clinical trials.
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Apply between 7 May 2025 and 25 May 2025 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)
Benefits
ePassi Flex – Cultural- and wellbeing benefit
Extensive occupational health-care
Free parking provided by employer
Hybrid work opportunities depending on the role
ePassi Lunch benefit
Ferring Ventures Oy is a world-renowned research company located in Kuopio, Finland, in the heart of Savo. Our mission is to conduct high-level research on the translational field of cell therapy.
We provide an exciting environment for applied research of ATMPs (Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products), discovering, establishing and developing them through Phase I / IIa clinical trials and utilizing some of the most advanced analytical and mechanistic proof-of-principle approaches in the sector.
Phone: +358 44 784 0560
Email: info@kct.fi
Location: Microkatu 1, 70210 Kuopio
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