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Tampere University

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Ultrafast Photonics) / Tutkijatohtori (fotoniikka)

Tampere University
Finland · Full-time · Entry

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The Physics Unit at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences at Tampere University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in the Ultrafast Photonics group. The research project of the postdoctoral research fellow is thematically linked to the Finnish Flagship in Photonics Research and Innovation.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our Ultrafast Photonics group at Tampere University. We are working on nonlinear fiber optics, multimode fibers, structured light, optical computing, machine learning, and integrated optics. This position offers an exciting opportunity to explore complex light propagation, nonlinear dynamics, and AI-driven photonic systems for next-generation technologies. We also encourage candidates in implementing their own ideas. Please specify in your application if you are specifically interested to work on one or more of the above topics. Your tasks will involve performing research on the relevant topic(s) as well as participating in the supervision of doctoral researchers. In addition, according to the practices of the Physics Unit, Postdoctoral Research Fellows should dedicate approx. 5% of their working time for teaching.

Requirements

You should have a doctoral degree in photonics, physics or a related field. Excellent written and spoken English skills are essential. Knowledge in programming languages, e.g., Matlab, Python, Labview, or similar are highly appreciated. You are expected to be able to work independently, guide the experimental work of the students, assist in scientific writing, and participate in teaching. International experience and networks are appreciated. Expertise and experimental background in nonlinear photonics, optical fibers, ultrafast optics and/or machine learning is required.

We offer

The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of two years with a possibility of extension. The starting date is negotiable, but should preferably be in August/September 2025. A trial period of six months applies to all our new employees. The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee's personal performance in accordance with the Salary system of Finnish universities. The position of a Postdoctoral Researcher is placed on the job demands levels 5–6 (teaching and research staff). A typical starting salary of Postdoctoral Researcher is around 3600–4200 EUR/month, depending on the previous work experience.

The Ultrafast Photonics group is part of a photonics research hub at Tampere University, Finland, which hosts broad research activities ranging from nanofabrication, metamaterials, theoretical optics, and laser development. Tampere University also leads the Photonics Flagship initiative PREIN of the Academy of Finland.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities on campus and several restaurants and cafés on campus with staff discounts. Please read more about working at Tampere University.

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How To Apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system (link below). The closing date for applications is June 10, 2025 at 23.59 (EEST / UTC+3). We will start handling the applications already during the application period.

Please Write Your Application And All Accompanying Documents In English And Attach Them In PDF Format. Applications Should Include The Following Documents

  • A letter of application in which you set out the reasons why you are applying for the position and why you are particularly suited to it. Please also describe your previous research work, as well as future goals.
  • Curriculum Vitae according to TENK guidelines
  • List of publications. Please indicate your ten most important publications.
  • The names, positions and contact details of two referees who can support your application

Candidates will be interviewed, either on-site or remotely.

For More Information, Please Contact

Prof. Goëry Genty, goery.genty (at) tuni.fi

Tehtävänkuvaus

Tampereen yliopisto ja Tampereen ammattikorkeakoulu muodostavat yhdessä Suomen toiseksi suurimman monitieteisen, innostavan ja vaikuttavan tutkimus- ja oppimisyhteisön. Korkeakouluyhteisömme osaamiskärjet ovat tekniikka, terveys ja yhteiskunta. Lue lisää: www.tuni.fi

Etsimme Tutkijatohtoria, Jonka Tutkimusala On Fotoniikka. Henkilö Tulee Työskentelemään Yhteistyössä Kolmen Tutkimusryhmän Kanssa. Seuraavassa On Listattu Esimerkkejä Mahdollisista Tutkimusaiheista

  • Integroitu fotoniikka, nanorakenteet ja fotoniikan kokoonpano
  • Strukturoitu valo ja kvantti-ilmiöt
  • Epälineaariset optiset ilmiöt ja metapinnat

Rohkaisemme hakijoita toteuttaman myös omia tutkimusajatuksiaan. Mainitse hakemuksessasi, jos olet erityisesti kiinnostunut tietystä tai tietyistä yllämainituista teemoista. Tutkijatohtorina teet korkeatasoista tutkimusta aiheeseesi liittyen, sekä osallistut tohtorikoulutuspilotissa työskentelevien väitöskirjatutkijoiden ohjaamiseen. Fysiikan yksikön käytännön mukaisesti tutkijatohtoreiden odotetaan lisäksi käyttävän n. 5% työajastaan opetukseen.

Tampereen yliopisto on ainutlaatuinen, monialainen ja rohkeasti tulevaisuuteen katsova, kehittyvä yhteisö. Meille tärkeitä arvoja ovat avoimuus, kriittisyys, moninaisuus, oppijalähtöisyys, rohkeus, sivistys ja vastuullisuus. Toivommekin, että voit osaltasi sitoutua näihin arvoihin ja edistät niiden mukaista toimintaa omassa tehtävässäsi.

Edellytykset

Sinulla tulee olla tohtorin tutkinto fotoniikasta, fysiikasta tai joltakin läheiseltä tieteenalalta, sekä näyttöjä korkeatasoisesta tieteellisestä tutkimuksesta omalla alallasi. Sinun odotetaan kykenevän itsenäiseen työskentelyyn, opiskelijoiden päivittäisen työskentelyn ohjaamiseen, sekä opetustyöhön osallistumiseen. Edellytämme sujuvaa puhutun ja kirjoitetun englanninkielen taitoa. Arvostamme myös kansainvälistä kokemusta ja verkostoja, sekä kokemusta ohjelmointikielistä (esim. Matlab, Python ja Labview). Aiempi kokemus kvantti- optiikasta, epälineaarisesta optiikasta ja/tai nanofotoniikasta katsotaan eduksi.

Hakuohjeet

Lue tarkemmat tiedot tehtävästä ja hakuohjeet yllä olevasta englanninkielisestä ilmoituksesta.

Hakuaika päättyy 10.6.2025 klo 23.59.

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