Job Description
Research theme: Nutritional, functional, and business potential of Finnish forest-based resources
The University of Eastern Finland invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position (4 years) in the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions COFUND . The position is based on Joensuu campus, and it is expected to begin no later than 1 April 2027. Applications must be submitted no later than 10 August 2026.
Description of the research theme
This research project explores how forest resources can be transformed into innovative food and health-related food ingredients, from initial identification and characterization to exploring potential application and development of new sustainable and regenerative forest-based business models. It focuses on the nutritional and functional potential of neglected and underutilized species (NUS) and bioactive compounds derived from forest biomass and by-products. The study will investigate the composition, bioactivity, ...