Apply for VTT's Postdoc opportunities - around 10 positions open!

Are you interested in applied research and looking for Postdoctoral opportunities? Do you want to help solve global challenges by advancing AI, bioprocess modelling, quantum error correction, or innovative gasification technology integration? Would you like to collaborate with leading industry partners and join a community of 2 300 multidisciplinary experts? We are now seeking several Postdoctoral Researchers to join us at VTT and take part in shaping the future of innovation! VTT is one of the leading applied research 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 2300 brilliant minds from almost 60 different nationalities is focused on creating impact through science-based innovation. Get to know us further by exploring VTT's tech & infra . We are seeking several Postdoctoral Researchers to work on cutting-edge research in fields like quantum technologies, gasification and electrolysis integration, and AI-enhanced extended reality. We also have opportunities in areas such as advanced semiconductors, CO2 storage by mineralisation, and bioprocess control to tackle some of the most pressing scientific challenges.

VTT launched a Postdoc Programme in 2023 to develop new ways to support scientific excellence and to strengthen career paths from universities to VTT. We want to provide development opportunities for recent university PhDs in applied research and industry collaboration. As a Postdoctoral Researcher at VTT, you will have the opportunity to focus on scientific work (e. g. publishing, and mentoring junior researchers), and you are able to make an impact on our customers and society. Our researchers work closely together with industry, often in interdisciplinary research groups.

VTT has excellent research infrastructure and internal services to support your research work. Open positionsWe have several open positions in different research areas. If you are interested in joining us, here you can find information about our current job openings, and apply for the positions from the links below. We warmly encourage you to apply if you spot a position that might be suitable for your background and interests!Nuclear energy research area: Postdoctoral Researcher, MOFs for Critical Element Detection and Separation - Apply by 31 August Postdoctoral Researcher, Isotope Separation for Fusion Energy - Apply by 31 AugustEnergy research area:

Postdoctoral Researcher, CO2 storage by mineralisation - Apply by 31 AugustIndustrial chemistry research area: Postdoctoral Researcher, Gasification - Apply by 31 AugustIndustrial biotechnology and food research area: Postdoctoral Researcher, Bioprocess modelling - Apply by 31 August Postdoctoral Researcher, Automated fungal strain development - Apply by 31 AugustCognitive production industry research area: Postdoctoral Researcher, XR & AI - Apply by 31 August Microelectronics and quantum technology research area: Postdoctoral Researcher, Quantum Error Correction - Apply by 31 August Postdoctoral Researcher, RFIC - Apply by 31 August Postdoctoral Researcher, Nanoelectronics - Apply by 31 AugustSafe and connected society research area:

Postdoctoral Researcher, Optical Communications - Apply by 31 AugustWhat we offer you: Science with an impact.  At VTT, we seek to solve large societal challenges and drive a sustainable future through applied research and innovation. With us, you’ll get to work on research projects that make a concrete, positive impact in the world. Read more about our strategy, the path of exponential hope , and our organisational culture as the builder of the world's most meaningful place to work. Support for your postdoc research. During your postdoctoral term, we offer training in project management, scientific writing, communication, and commercialisation.

You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with industry on projects, access our research infrastructure and internal support services, explore interdisciplinary research, and secure funding for your postdoc term. At VTT, you’ll enjoy flexibility and independence in your work, with a blend of academic research and engaging customer projects for an exciting career path. Open culture of innovation.  We have 80 years of experience in science-based innovation, a strong international reputation and global networks. We work truly across disciplines, and house all the cutting-edge sciences from quantum computing to synthetic biology under one roof.

At VTT, you’ll join a community of over 2300 multidisciplinary experts who foster a culture of trust, openness and sharing knowledge. Collaborating with amazing colleagues is a source of learning, inspiration, and fun. Nordic work-life balance.  Working in Finland, the happiest country in the world, enables a great quality of life. At VTT, we make our people’s well-being a strategic priority. We offer 6 weeks of paid vacation a year (after one year of work), and our benefits include extended occupational healthcare, and a range of well-being services, such as exercise and culture benefits and hobby clubs.

Read more about the benefits of living in Finland and VTT’s support for relocation . Apply now and join our community of brilliant minds!Read more about our Postdoc Programme:

VTT’s Postdoctoral Programme – a unique opportunity for a postdoc in applied researchWorking at VTT Want to know more about what it is like to work at VTT? Check from the video what is the purpose of Rakesh's work with energy system modelling, Mika's work with wireless, 5G and 6G technologies and Emma's work with sustainable supply chains, and what kind of impact their work has!Didn't find a suitable role? You can leave us an open application below, but we highly recommend applying via the positions listed above.

We review open applications, and if we spot a potential opportunity for you, we will reach out to you to continue the discussion. These postdoc positions are part of Postdoctoral Programme for Research Institutes. The Programme has been granted 40 million euros in funding based on the Finnish government's multi-annual research and development (R&D) funding plan. This funding enables recruitment of 85 PhD-level experts to 12 Finnish government research institutes between 2025 and 2028. The aim of the Programme is to strengthen RDI competence in areas important to society and business .

Postdoctoral researcher will conduct goal-oriented high-level research at the interface between the academic community, industry and administration. The Programme supports postdoctoral researcher’s networking and mobility between sectors. 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 of top-level research and science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together. VTT – beyond the obvious.