Doctoral Researcher Position in Craft Science for MSCA-DN “DyeAnotherWay”

18 Jan 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Helsinki

Department

Department of Education

Research Field

Sociology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions

PhD Positions

Application Deadline

31 Mar 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)

Country

Finland

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Offer Starting Date

1 Aug 2026

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon Europe - MSCA

Reference Number

DC12 Application

Marie Curie Grant Agreement Number

101225857

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Research Fields

Craft science, craft research, consumer studies, social sciences, sociology, economics 

The Marie Skłodowska Curie Doctoral Network “DyeAnotherWay” is inviting applications for a 36 months full time fixed term position as a Doctoral Researcher (DR). This research project is a collaboration between 17 organisations, including 9 academic and 8 non-academic, from 11 countries (AT, BE, BR, DE, ES, FI, FR, PT, SE, UK, USA) across Europe and beyond. The research aims to investigate all aspects of biogenic dyes, from the identification of dye-producing bacteria and the characterization of their pigments, through the optimization of their production and application, to the comprehensive ecological and economic evaluation of the resulting solutions. 

The successful applicant will be employed by the University of Helsinki in Finland, with planned intersectoral and interdisciplinary stays with collaboration partners totalling a maximum of 11 months.

The research and the PhD thesis will be on gaining knowledge of consumers’ attitudes and expectations towards biobased and bioengineered dyes and creating strategies which will help a successful launch of the new developed dyes and products. The research plan will be designed in collaboration with the supervisors prof. Riikka Räisänen and prof. Minna Autio.

The DC will: 

• conduct research among consumers using quantitative and qualitative research methods
• collect data by a questionnaire using Likert scale, to indicate the strength of the opinion/attitude
• collect qualitative data with interviews
• analyse data to obtain information of consumers perspectives, opinions, attitudes and expectations
• develop communication strategies for different consumer profiles for launch of novel biodyes and products
• carry out research in collaboration with the companies involved in the doctoral network DyeAnotherWay
• work as a part of an international multidisciplinary team in the University of Helsinki and DyeAnotherWay project
• publish research articles in respected scientific journals
• finish doctoral thesis and gain doctoral degree
• Position contains teaching maximum 5% of the yearly working hours. 

Beyond the specific expertise gained during the DR’s completion of their research work, this position offers an opportunity to gain international research experience, as well as an array of skills relevant to project management, research management and career development. 

Where to apply

E-mail

recruitment.dyeanotherway@tuwien.ac.at

Requirements

Research Field

Sociology

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Economics » Consumer economics

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Successful candidates must:

• hold a University Master’s Degree in a suitable discipline that makes them eligible for a PhD in Craft Science. Craft Science studies broadly materials and making processes as well as consumption and sustainability issues related to materials and products.
• not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, study, etc.) in Finland for more than 12 months in the three years immediately prior to 01.01.2026, unless as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention, but may be of any nationality
• be available to start between 01.07.2026 and  01.08.2026
• have excellent English language skills
• have high motivation on both quantitative and qualitative research methods
• be able to travel internationally on a regular basis, for example to attend regular project meetings or to take part in conferences
• be able to work in an international environment, be highly motivated and reliable, be able to work to strict deadlines

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in craft science/craft research, consumer studies, social studies, sustainability education or education.

Degree requirement for doctoral researcher position: The appointee must apply, and obtain, the right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki within the probationary period of 6 months: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/admissions-and-education/apply-doctoral-prog…

Specific Requirements

 

How to Apply

Please send a letter of motivation and your full CV, along with any supporting documents, as a single PDF to recruitment.dyeanotherway@tuwien.ac.at before 31th March 2025. Please include “DC11 Application” in the email reference line. Please include the clause “I consent to the processing of my personal data for the purposes of this recruitment process in accordance with the EU GDPR”. CVs should follow the Europass template (https://europass.europa.eu/en/create-europass-cv )

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Benefits

Annual Salary: within the range of EU Marie Curie European Training Network programs, Monthly Mobility Supplement and Monthly Family Allowance (if eligible): according to the rules of EU Marie Currie European Training Network programs

The University of Helsinki provides its staff with occupational health and sports services as well as professional development opportunities (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki/sta… ).The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. International staff is supported in relocating to Finland (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/welcome ). 

Eligibility criteria

According to EU HORIZON EUROPE guidelines, Doctoral Researchers must not have been awarded a doctoral degree. 

Candidates must NOT have resided or carried out their main activity (work, study, etc) in Finland  for more than 12 months in the three years immediately prior to 01.08.2026, unless as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention, but may be of any nationality.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Helsinki, Department of Education

Country

Finland

Geofield

Contact

City

Helsinki

Website

https://researchportal.helsinki.fi/en/persons/riikka-räisänen

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