Trainee, tree tissue culture

This task is related to the government's goal of hiring 500 young people for new fixed-term positions during 2026. The positions are intended for people aged 18-25 who are applying for their first job with the state.

Job description

We are looking for a trainee for tree tissue culture tasks at the Natural Resources Institute Finland's Savonlinna office. This is a fixed-term position between 6.7.-5.10.2026.

Tasks include laboratory work in the field of tree tissue culture, e.g. initiation and subculture of tissue cultures, preparation of media, and laboratory maintenance. Also tasks in observing and taking care of the produced plants may be included.

We offer the trainee comprehensive orientation and guidance throughout the duration of the employment relationship.

Our expectations of the applicant

The applicant must be between the ages of 18 and 25 and seeking their first state job, as this position is part of the government's goal to hire 500 young people for new fixed-term positions in 2026.

We expect the applicant to have:

interest in plant propagation and research work

good oral and written skills in Finnish or English

careful working attitude, hand work skills, ability for group work

We consider the following to be an advantage:

studies e.g. in biology, agriculture, horticulture, forestry

experience / knowhow of laboratory work, especially on aseptic working

We offer you

During your employment, the Natural Resources Institute Finland offers a working environment that supports well-being and very comprehensive occupational health care.

Clarifications

The person selected for the position might need to undergo standard security clearance vetting with the applicant's consent (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). More detailed information on the procedure and the subject's rights is available at www.supo.fi.

Contact information

Tuija Aronen

Group Manager

+358 29 532 4233

tuija.aronen@luke.fi

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