Research Scientist, Superconducting electronics

VTT is one of the leading research and technology organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2000 brilliant minds is focused on creating impact through science-based innovation. Get to know us further by exploring VTT’s research infra at  VTT World . Photonics and superconducting electronics team is part of VTT’s Microelectronics and Quantum Technology research area. We have a selection of competences from device simulation and design to nanofabrication in our world-class Micronova cleanrooms and state of the art characterization in our cryogenic laboratories (SQUIDs and other Superconducting devices). We do research in close collaboration with other VTT teams, research partners and customers both in Finland and abroad. We are members of the leading European quantum technology research projects as well as ESA projects. Your will be participating in tasks related with SQUID amplifiers in the detection chain of the X-IFU instrument: see arXiv:2502.10866. You will participate in a wider range of topics in the field of cryoelectronics in a longer term.We are looking for Research Scientist to the two or more of the following technologies and knowledge base: SQUID, Superconductivity, tunnel junctions, and metal-semiconductor interferences Design, modelling, and analysis of Josephson junction devices Micro and nano fabrication (e.g., thin film deposition, lithography, etching, electroplating, etc.) Low temperature measurements Low noise electronics design and construction  As a Research Scientist, you will also: network with national and international ESA and quantum technology stakeholders, Conceive new research topics together with the team and the network, prepare projects around the new topics for national and international public funding sources, as well as customer projects document project progress material and communicate with project stakeholdersAdditionally, you have:M.Sc. or D.Sc. in physics, engineering physics, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, or related fields,know-how in the fields of quantum technologies,fluent in spoken and written English,as an asset, ability to coordinate projects involving experts from materials physics, device design, manufacturing processes and characterization,for senior scientist positions: extensive experience of leading international projects.As a person, we hope that you are:good at communicating and collaborating with people proactive and creativeclear documenting and reporting to stakeholdersable to identify and solve problems independently and understand the big picture to provide input at all stages of project workflexible and adaptive to handle uncertainty of dynamic research topicsexcellent communications skills in English are requiredWith VTT, you’ll enjoy: / What we offer you:Visionary work in technology. We offer positions at the cutting-edge of technology and engineering from next generation microelectronics and quantum technology to automation and robotics, energy systems and more. Our research agenda is dedicated to creating sustainable growth by solving systemic and technological challenges, so your work will go towards creating real, positive impact. Read more about our strategy – the path of exponential hope .Fascinating projects, excellent research environment. Our researchers get to work on a combination of cutting-edge academic research and applied customer projects, both locally and internationally. At VTT, you’ll have state-of-the-art research facilities at your disposal, such as Micronova, the Finnish research infrastructure for micro-, nano- and quantum technologies.Great career opportunities, superb colleagues. At VTT, excellence in research is a strategic priority. We offer long-term positions and stable career paths in top-level research. People tend to stay with us over 10 years since there are always new roles and responsibilities to grow into. Collaborating in a cross-disciplinary community with superb colleagues is a source of learning, inspiration, and fun. Read more about our organisational culture as the builder of the world's most meaningful place to work.Support for your well-being. Our people are our main asset, so we take good care of them. We aim to nurture great team spirit and leadership and offer versatile well-being services to enable a good work–life balance. On top of annual 6 weeks of paid holidays (after one year), we offer exercise and culture benefits, hobby clubs, and voluntary well-being services such as meditation programmes and trainings on cognitive ergonomics.Apply now and join our community of brilliant minds!Please send your CV and application with your salary request via our recruitment system as soon as possible but at the latest by 16th November 2025. We will process applications as they come in and fill in the position as soon as we find the right candidate.Interested and want to hear more?For further information, please contact Research Team Leader Sara Pourjamal by email: sara.pourjamal@vtt.fi , or by phone +358 40 150 8330.We look forward to hearing from you!VTTVTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological innovations. We have 80 years of experience in cutting-edge research and science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together.VTT – beyond the obvious.Location: Tietotie 3