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University of Helsinki

Fully Funded PhD in Protein Synthesis, Inhibitors and Drug Discovery University of Helsinki in Finland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Biochemistry

Funding

Fully funded PhD position.

Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

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Finland

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University of Helsinki

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Biochemistry
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About this position

Fully funded PhD position at the University of Helsinki in protein synthesis, with a focus on inhibitors and drug discovery.

The opening is in Dr. Sarah O'Keefe's Lab, Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences, and is aimed at students with a strong background in biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, or a related discipline.

Ideal applicants should have excellent English skills, be able to work independently and collaboratively, and have prior industry or academic lab research experience as an advantage.

This is a fully funded PhD starting in January 2027. The post lists a deadline of 13 November 2026.

Students interested in molecular biology, protein synthesis, biochemical mechanisms, and translational drug discovery may find this opportunity especially relevant.

Funding details

Fully funded PhD position.

What's required

Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, or a related field; excellent English; ability to work independently and collaboratively; industry or academic lab research experience is an advantage.

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