Doctoral researcher in Food Materials Science, MSCA Doctoral Network

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: The University of Helsinki invites applications for a full-time Doctoral Researcher in Food Materials Science (FAroGels MSCA Doctoral Network), a fixed-term 36‑month position starting March 2027. The project will develop and characterise food-grade dietary-fibre aerogels/cryogels to control moisture-responsive texture and oral lubrication using multiscale methods and oral tribology. Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree, meet MSCA doctoral-candidate and mobility eligibility, have strong laboratory and analytical skills and English proficiency, and be prepared for secondments and collaborative training. The salary follows MSCA allowances: living allowance EUR 4,010/month (adjusted by Finland CCC 118.0%), mobility allowance EUR 710/month, and family allowance EUR 660/month if applicable, with taxes and social-security deductions applied. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. Doctoral researcher in Food Materials Science: Aerogels for Oral Lubrication - part of a MSCA Doctoral Network on FAroGels - Food-Grade Aerogels for Sustainable Food Systems Department of Food and Nutrition of the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, University of Helsinki, Finalnd, invites applications for a Doctoral researcher, FAroGels MSCA Doctoral Network. Within the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA), University of Helsinki is offering a PhD fellowship for a Doctoral Candidate (DC), starting 1 March 2027 or as soon as possible hereafter. A position is for 36 months and is funded by the FAroGels MSCA Doctoral Network. About the MSCA project FAroGels – Food-Grade Aerogels for Sustainable Food Systems is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe. The network brings together academic and non-academic partners with complementary expertise in food science and technology, materials science, biopolymer science, biotechnology, process engineering, analytical characterization, packaging and sustainable innovation. FAroGels aims to develop, characterize and validate food-grade, bio-based and biodegradable aerogels for sustainable food systems. The network will investigate how these highly porous materials can support more efficient food processing, improved food quality and safety, nutritional and sensory functionality, protection and delivery of bioactive compounds, and sustainable packaging solutions. What We Offer? A full-time doctoral position funded through the FAroGels MSCA Doctoral Network. A fixed-term employment contract for a maximum of 36 months at University of Helsinki. A competitive salary and employment conditions in accordance with the MSCA Doctoral Networks funding provisions, applicable national legislation and the policies of the University of Helsinki. The University of Helsinki offers a comprehensive range of employee benefits and services ( Our University of Helsinki and work culture | University of Helsinki ). Supervision by experienced academic researchers and, where applicable, co-supervisors and/or industrial supervisors. Access to research facilities, infrastructure, training and support services at University of Helsinki and within the FAroGels network. Participation in a structured doctoral training programme including scientific and technical training, transferable skills, career development and innovation-oriented activities. Planned secondments at FAroGels partner organizations, offering complementary scientific, technical and cross-sectoral experience. An international research environment and opportunities to build a professional network across academia and non-academic organizations. Funding Duration and PhD Completion This Doctoral Candidate position is funded by the FAroGels MSCA Doctoral Network for a maximum period of 36 months. Note : Any employment, scholarship or other financial support beyond the 36-month FAroGels funding period is not covered or guaranteed by FAroGels. MSCA Doctoral Network Eligibility Criteria Applicants of any nationality are welcome to apply. At the date of recruitment, applicants must meet the following MSCA Doctoral Network requirements: • Doctoral candidate status : Applicants must not already hold a doctoral degree. Applicants who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but have not yet been formally awarded the doctoral degree are not eligible. • Mobility rule : Applicants must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Finland for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date. Compulsory national service, short stays such as holidays, and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention or EU temporary protection are not taken into account. Compliance is verified before the start of employment, on the basis of the candidate’s passport and, where necessary, other documents. • Ph