Researcher, Microbiology
Stora EnsoOm tjänsten
We are looking for a Researcher in Microbiology for a 12-month temporary position at our Imatra Research Centre. You will work within the Group Innovation and R&D function and report to the Manager, Product Purity. About the role and responsibilities As a Researcher in Microbiology, you will be part of our Product Purity team. The team supports both Innovation and R&D projects and operational business units through analytical testing and evaluations within the product purity area. In this role, you will provide microbiological expertise to our operational business units and Innovation and R&D projects while supporting the day-to-day operations of the microbiology laboratory. Your responsibilities will include working with standard microbiological culturing methods and molecular biology techniques, such as quantitative PCR (qPCR). In addition, you will contribute to the development of new methods and research activities in collaboration with team members and other stakeholders to meet the company's goals and business needs. The position is based in Imatra, Finland. About you To succeed in this role, you have an MSc or PhD degree in microbiology, biotechnology, molecular biology, or another relevant life science field, as well as relevant work experience. We expect you to have a solid understanding of standard microbiological culturing methods and molecular biology techniques, particularly quantitative PCR (qPCR) and its application in microbiology. You communicate fluently in both Finnish and English. Experience in industrial microbiology, particularly within the pulp and paper industry, is considered an advantage. As a person, you have a positive attitude and a strong drive to continuously develop both yourself and your work, always prioritizing safety. You have an analytical mindset, enjoy solving problems, and can analyse data and present results with a high degree of accuracy and quality. You are a collaborative team player with strong networking and communication skills. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills, and you are comfortable working independently, proactively, and with attention to detail.
What we offer
You will be part of our diverse working culture which supports you in exploring new perspectives and developing professionally. Innovation and achieving together are at the core of our strategy. To keep you going safely, we support your physical and mental wellbeing. More information You can only submit your application via our recruitment tool. As we are assessing candidates on an ongoing basis, we hope to hear from you as soon as possible but no later than 15 November. For more information, please contact the hiring manager Juho Lehtilä (juho.lehtila@storaenso.com). Our recruitment process includes a health check as well as a drug test. Welcome to The renewable materials company! Stora Enso is a global leader in renewable materials with a strong focus on packaging. Our purpose is to replace non-renewable materials with renewable solutions. Together with our customers, we design and deliver competitive, high-quality packaging materials and solutions, made from fresh and recycled fibers, accelerating the transition to a circular bioeconomy. We believe that diversity strengthens our competitiveness and leads to better decision‑making. Diverse teams with different backgrounds help us explore new perspectives and challenge our ways of thinking. We actively work to increase diversity in the workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Stora Enso is an equal opportunity employer that follows non‑discriminatory practices. Are you curious and would like to work with innovation in renewable products? Our purpose “Do good for people and the planet. Replace non-renewable materials with renewable products” underpins our belief that everything that can be made with fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow, and highlights Stora Enso’s opportunity to contribute to a greener economy. Take a look at our open positions! At Stora Enso you will join forces with around 19 000 colleagues - a wide range of people with a diverse set of backgrounds and skills, all focused on the potential of biomaterials, paper, packaging and wooden construction. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match. By joining us, you will contribute towards a more sustainable world, as we believe that anything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. With our values in Stora Enso, “Lead and Do what’s right”, we expect high performance, speed and agility in every part of our organization. Safety and wellbeing are our top priority every day. We inspire you to lead your growth and to set the ambition high. We believe diversity strengthens our competitiveness and contributes to better decision-making. Diverse working teams help us to explore different perspectives and challenge our way of thinking. We work actively to increase diversity in the workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Stora Enso is an equal opportunity employer and follows non-discriminatory practices. To prepare yourself for our recruitment process, please explore the page provided: Applying for a job - Careers | Stora Enso Based on the location and level of the position the normal recruitment process could in addition entail, video interview, aptitude tests, and pre-employment actions such as; background checks, references, health check-up and drug test as part of the final stages. You will be informed to what is applicable to the role during the recruitment process. Privacy Statement Legal Notice
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